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Antibody StructureAntibodies consist of constant and variable regions.
Disulphide bridges and hinge regions contribute to the structure.
Heavy chains are part of the antibody structure.
Tertiary Structure of Proteins
The tertiary structure involves the folding of the amino acid chain into a
3D shape.
Refer to page 34 for more details on protein structure.
Cellular and Humoral Responses in Immune System
Cellular Response
Involves cells like phagocytes interacting with other immune system cells.
Part of the immune response to remove pathogens from the body.
Humoral Response
Antibodies play a key role in the humoral response.
Both cellular and humoral responses are necessary to eliminate
pathogens.
Interactions between T cells and B cells enhance the immune response.
Primary and Secondary Immune Responses
Primary Response
Occurs when an antigen enters the body for the first time.
Initial response is slow due to limited B-cells producing the required
antibody.
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