Asked by
Cristian Samano
on Dec 11, 2024Verified
What happens when antibodies encounter a foreign blood protein?
A) Nothing in particular happens.
B) Antibodies attach to the blood protein and cause clumping of the blood.
C) Foreign blood protein lyses the antibody.
D) Antibodies phagocytize the foreign antigen.
Antibodies
Immune system proteins that specifically recognize and bind to foreign antigens, marking them for destruction.
Blood Protein
Proteins present in blood plasma, including antibodies, albumin, and clotting factors, playing various roles in bodily functions.
Clumping
The process by which cells or particles adhere to each other to form clusters, often seen in blood antigens in response to specific antibodies.
- Comprehend the immune response involving antibodies and antigens.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the immune response involving antibodies and antigens.