NATS 1670 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Immunoglobulin M, Immunoglobulin G, Tetanus
21 Apr 2016
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Immunology memory: is the ability immune system to respond more quickly and effectively to pathogens that have been encountered previously. The primary immune system is at 1 degrees. The secondary immune system is at 2 degrees. Igg make more memory cells and is the best antibody compared to the igm. Antigen: are the substances that induce a specific immune response and subsequently react with the products of a specific immune response. Antigens are used in vaccination and antibodies are giving to patients who need immediate attention and are giving passive immunization. Antibodies are protein molecules that are produced by plasma cells in response to an antigen and can bind specifically to that antigen. Cells and plasma are separated by serum. Bloblood can be --- using plasma e. g antibodies( passive immunity) Or o or could be activiting cells with antigen ( active immunization)
