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Any of a group of large glycoproteins that are secreted by plasma cells and that function as antibodies in the immune response by binding with specific antigens. There are five classes of immunoglobulins: IgA, IgD, IgE, IgG, and IgM. (Dictionary) For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated at the bottom of this answer box.

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What is a synthetic immunoglobulin?

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What substances found in breast milk provide benefits for infants?

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Can you get immunoblobulin?

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Are immunoglobulins present in saliva?

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What family of proteins do antibodies belong in?

immunoglobulins


What immunoglobulins are associated with immediate allergic respones?

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Are antibodies and immunoglobulins the same thing?

yes they are interchangeable


How to use immunoglobulins in a sentence?

"There are five classes of immunoglobulins IgA, IgD, IgE, IgG, and IgM." OR "This antibody, also called an immunoglobulin, may damage the nerve fibers"


Which class of immunoglobulins will increase in case of chronic infection?

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Blood test to identify antigen-antibody reactions?

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