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The term "antigen" is derived from a combination of "antibody" and "generator." It was coined in the early 20th century to describe substances that can provoke an immune response by generating specific antibodies. Essentially, antigens are molecules or molecular structures that are recognized by the immune system, leading to the production of antibodies that target them.

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