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How to pronounce antibodies
IPA transcription: ['æntɪ,bɑdiz]
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Noun
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any of a large variety of proteins normally present in the body or produced in response to an antigen which it neutralizes, thus producing an immune response
Usage examples
- The antibodies are free to float around the protein mixture and bind their targets.
- If antibodies are present, the antigen-antibody reaction occurs.
- These antibodies are usually picked up in young women with recurrent spontaneous abortions.
- Recently, antibodies have been used to stain particular proteins, lipids and carbohydrates.
- Antibodies exert additive or synergistic effects with mechanisms of innate immunity.
- For example, polyclonal and monoclonal antibodies can be generated for use as reagents.
- Colostrum contains antibodies to protect the newborn against disease.
- These cells kill viruses, make antibodies, and help regulate the entire immune system.
- Antigens are also injected into chickens for generation of polyclonal antibodies in egg yolk.
- Currently, antibodies can be used for passive immunization.