Exam 2: Antigens and Antibodies

Match the following terms with the corresponding description.(Use each answer only once. ) -Variable region

Red blood cells can be antigenic.

Match the term for the four phases in an antibody response with the correct description.(Use each answer only once. ) -Log phase

In the process of agglutination:

Match the following physical characteristics of antigens with the appropriate description.(Use each answer only once. ) -Molecular weight

Match the following terms with the corresponding description.(Use each answer only once. ) -Antigen-binding fragments

Match the antibody-antigen terms and the appropriate definition.(Use each answer only once. ) -Cross-reactivity

Another name for the major histocompatibility complex (MHC)in humans is:

Which immunoglobulin (Ig)class is produced in the highest concentration in a secondary (anamnestic)response?

Match the following physical characteristics of antigens with the appropriate description.(Use each answer only once. ) -Complexity

Match the following physical characteristics of antigens with the appropriate description.(Use each answer only once. ) -Degradability

Match the following terms with the corresponding description.(Use each answer only once. ) -Domain

Match the types of bonding with the correct definition. -Hydrophobic bonds

Match the term for the four phases in an antibody response with the correct description.(Use each answer only once. ) -Lag phase

Match the types of bonding with the correct definition. -Van der Waals forces

Match the following terms for immunoglobulin variants with the appropriate description.(Use each answer only once. ) -Isotype determinants

Which of the following is a characteristic of IgD?

Match the following terms for immunoglobulin variants with the appropriate description.(Use each answer only once. ) -Allotype determinants

Match the antibody-antigen terms and the appropriate definition.(Use each answer only once. ) -Immune complex

A secondary function of an antibody is to: