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Chapter 21 - Lymphatic and Immune Systems

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Antibodies (Ab)<br />

AKA immunoglobulins (Ig)<br />

Proteins produced by plasma cells in<br />

response to a specific antigen (Ag)<br />

– Plasma cells are derived from Blymphocytes<br />

Antibodies [Ab] frequently measured<br />

as a diagnostic tool<br />

– Serology<br />

IgG

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