Do you want to know about antibodies and antigen difference? Well, antigens are substances that stimulate an immune response and have distinct epitopes or surface features, leading to specific responses. Your immune system’s B cells produce antibodies in response to antigen exposure.
Comparison Chart on Differences Between Antigen and Antibody
Let’s examine the difference between an antigen and an antibody.
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Antibody
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Antigen
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By immobilisation, antibodies protect your body
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Antigen cause allergic reactions or diseases
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They are proteins
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They can be lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, or carbohydrates
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There are five types of antibodies. (Immunoglobulins E, D, M, G, and A)
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There are three types of antigens(Autoantigens, Endogenous and Exogenous)
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Conclusion
You can now easily differentiate between antigens and antibodies. Antigens trigger your immune system, leading to the release of an antibody response. Specific antibodies can be helpful in detecting specific antigens. Remember to get health insurance to cover medical expenses.
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