Types of antibodies Flashcards
What are the most abundant antibodies
IgG, IgA , IgM
What are the 5 antibodies
Immunoglobulin G (IgG IgA IgM IgD IgE
Where are igG found and its function?
): found in tissue fluid and plasma, and defends against bacterial cells, viruses, and toxins; also activates complement
Where are igA found and its function?
found in exocrine gland secretions (breast milk, saliva, tears, nasal fluid, gastric and intestinal juices, bile, urine)
Where are igM found and its function?
found in plasma when food antigens or bacteria are present, activates complement, and contains Anti-A and Anti-B, which react with certain red blood cells during transfusions of mismatched blood
Where are igD found and its function?
is found on the surface of most B lymphocytes, and functions in B cell activation
Where are igE found and its function?
is found on surfaces of basophils and mast cells; associated with allergic reactions
