Immune System: Actions of Immunoglobulins Flashcards
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Immunoglobulins
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Plasma proteins, primary mechanism for protection against disease (also antibodies?)
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Different forms of immunoglobulins
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- Lie on surface of B cells enabling the to bind with antigens
- Antigen specific antibodies
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Antigen specific antibodies
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Bind with and destroy specific antigens
4
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Types of immunoglobulins
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IgG IgA IgM IgD IgE
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IgG
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Most common
Produces immunity in infants before birth
Major antibody for antitoxins, bacteria and viruses
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IgA
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Prevents bacteria from invading body
Mucosa of GI, respiratory and GU tracts
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IgM
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First antibody produced in response to antigen
Controls blood group antibody responses
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IgD
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On surface of B lymphocytes
Acts as an antigen receptor
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IgE
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Uncommon and specialized
Role in allergic reactions and parasitic infections
