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antigen(Ag) |
any molecule that can bind specificallyto an Ab. Their name arises from theirability to generate antibodies. |
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Antibody(Ab) |
Molecule has a unique Ag binding pocketthatenables it to bind specifically to itscorresponding antigen. Ab are produced by B cells and plasmacells in response to infection orimmunization, bind to and neutralize pathogens or prepare them foruptake and destruction by phagocytes. |
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activeimmunization |
Immunizationwith Ag |
