variable/constant and antibodies

Question 1

what binds to the variable region

Answer 1

antibodies

Question 2

variable region forms antigen

Answer 2

epitope binding site

Question 3

variable region can be produced

Answer 3

to bind to every possible isotope

Question 4

the constant region determines

Answer 4

destination of antibody and its type

Question 5

5 types of antibodies

Answer 5

IGM, IGG, IGA, IGE, IGD

Question 6

Antibody Primary Response

Answer 6

IGM produced first, quickly after exposure and IGM is higher concentration and lasts longer

Question 7

Antibody Secondary Response

Answer 7

Igg goes wild lots more Igg but takes mjore time and lasts longer

Question 8

IGm

Answer 8

first to appear in circulation
indicates recent infection
5 chains

Question 9

IGG

Answer 9

gamma globulin
major circulating antibody
provides immunity to fetus and newborn

Question 10

IGA

Answer 10

resistance in respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts
secrete antibody
found mucus, tears, saliva breast milk

Question 11

IGE

Answer 11

allergic reactions

Question 12

IGD

Answer 12

is the b cell receptor