Immunology Flashcards
1
Q
antigen
A
on surface of cell
usually a protein or carb but can be a lipid
recognized as a foreign body by immune system
name comes from antibody generating
2
Q
antibody
A
is a glycoprotein
produced by lymphocytes in response to an antigen
antibodies recognize the antigen
3
Q
parts of an antibody (also see a pic)
A
2 heavy chains (main part; constant)
2 light chains (light + heavy chains = variable site (specificity))
constant region: helps Ab attach to cells of immune system
variable region: where Ab binds to antigen
4
Q
if an antibody test is performed
A
will separate formed elements from plasma
will just test serum (plasma w/o clotting factors)
5
Q
serological testing
A
see image
6
Q
imumunodetection
A
see image
