antibodies Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
describe the stucture of an antibody
A
4 polypeptide chains linked together by disulphate bridges
2
Q
what is the constant and variable region
A
constant - this area is the same in all antibodies and is where receptors bind to
variable - this changes in antibodies and is where antigens bind to
3
Q
what do antibodies do
A
- agglutination of pathogens making is easier for phagocytosis
- neutralisation of toxins
- prevent pathogens from binding together
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