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strangeaffliction

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Compare and contrast the five isotypes of immunoglobulins. Include structure, function, and leukocyte interaction in your answer.
 
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The identity of immunoglobulins is determined by:
 
  a. The number of B cells containing the antibody
  b. The complexity of the antibody
  c. The isotype of the heavy chain
  d. The specificity of the variable region


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: IgG: monomer with two heavy and two light chains; main antibody produced in many illnesses.
IgM: pentamer with five monomeric proteins. First antibody produced in immature B cell.
IgD: Second antibody produced in maturing B cell; similar in structure to IgG. IgA: Third antibody produced in maturing B cell; similar in structure to IgG.
IgE: Found exclusively in tissue and mucosal secretions; interacts with basophils. Involved in hypersensitivity reactions; similar in structure to IgG
Each immunoglobulin has a unique set of heavy chains: , , ,

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Correct Answer: C


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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