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An antibody is a label that the immune system produces, which attaches itself to an antigen (which ideally is an invading micro-organism) and which then signals the macrophages to eat that antigen, thereby destroying it.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoUm. what do you think. Yes they do. They attach themselves to the infection and signal macrophages to eat the infection to destroy it.:)
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∙ 13y agoYes.
They bind to bacteria and viruses and attract other elements of the immune system.
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∙ 14y agoThey are overwhelmingly responsible for humanity's survival for millions of years. Suffice to say, yes, they are effective.
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∙ 15y agov
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What type is super effective against normal Pokemon?
normal type Pokemon are not super effective against any type.
What is the most effective lyme disease treatment?
According to the NHS Choices website the best treatment for Lymes disease at all stages is antibiotics. Usually these are taken orally but may need to be taken intravenously if the disease is advanced.
How is the immune status of a newborn different from the immune status of a child?
Yes. A newborn has not developed his own antibodies yet. He carries his mothers. He starts produces his own antibodies as soon as he meets pathogens. However, they are usually killed by his mother's antibodies. He will continue to receive antibodies from his mother's breast milk as long as he nurses. However, he will also start producing his own. Children are fighting all diseases on their own or with the help of vaccines.
Why do you get sick the first time when you are infected with a pathogen?
Because specialized B cells make antibodies that are effective against that particular invader. Therefore, the first time you are infected, you usually get sick.
What Pokemon is good against steel types?
Usually fire, ground, and fighting. Although if you are fighting some Pokemon mixed with steel (ex. Skarmory), ground is not effective because he his half Flying type.
Does it mean you have an auto immune disease if you have had a positive ana test?
A positive ANA test does not necessarily mean the patient has an autoimmune disease. An ANA test is not specific for autoimmunity, but is a sign of inflammation that is often specific to autoimmunity. Specific antibodies are usually tested for to determine if a patient has an autoimmune disease.
What is effective against dark type in Pokemon?
Usually Fighting and Bug type pokemon is effective. However, dont even think about using Psychic or another Dark type against a Dark type. It wont be much effective.
Do lupus antibodies come and go?
Yes, lupus antibodies can *come and go*. Usually antibodies remain present in the patient, but they may be more difficult to find in a blood test. It is possible to have lupus and have negative antibodies.
What are the uses of the rubella vaccine?
Rubella virus vaccine is used to prevent rubella infection (German measles). It works by stimulating the body to produce antibodies to rubella. Rubella is a highly contagious disease that is caused by a virus. In children, the disease is usually mild with fever and a rash.
What is the condition in which the immume system mistakenly attacks the thyroid?
When the immune system mistakenly attacks a normal part of the body, this is known as autoimmunity. Autoimmunity that causes hypOthyroidism (low thyroid) is called Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. This condition can also cause hypERthyroidism as well. There are specific antibodies in patients with Hashimoto's. Autoimmunity that causes hypERthyroidism is usually a condition known as Graves' Disease. There are specific antibodies in patients with Graves' Disease.
What are atypical antibodies?
these are the allo antibodies produced against the foreign cells in a transfused patient usually foun in patients with multiple transfusions
How are antigens associated with antibodies?
Antibodies are produced in response to antigens. If you get infected with one of the 200 viruses that cause colds, these viruses are antigens and your body will respond by making antibodies. The antibodies will inactivate the virus. It usually takes 7-10 for the process to be complete.
