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LP2 Flashcards

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IgG

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*75% (highest) % of total immunoglobulin
*plays a role in bloodborne and tissue infections
*activates complement system
*crosses PLACENTA

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IgA

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*protects against GI, GU, and respiratory infections
*passes to neonate in BREAST MILK for protection

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IgM

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*the 1st immunoglobulin in response to bacterial & viral infections
*activates complement system

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IgD

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*takes part in allergic and some hypersensitivity reactions
*combats parasitic infections

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agglutination

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1 antibody can crosslink two antigens, causing them to bind/clump together

this clumping effect helps clear the body of the invading organism

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opsonization

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in this process, the antigen-antibody molecule is coated with a sticky substance that also facilitates phagocytosis

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