? The class of immunoglobulin that provides passive immunity to the newborn is IgG. IgG is the only immunoglobulin that can cross the placenta from mother to baby, providing passive immunity to the newborn. Passive immunity Passive immunity is the transfer of active humoral immunity of ready-made antibodies. Passive immunity can occur naturally, when maternal […]
? T-lymphocytes are a type of white blood cell that helps to protect the body from infection and disease. They are referred to as cell-mediated immunity because they are able to directly attack and destroy invading cells, such as viruses and bacteria, without relying on antibodies. This type of immunity is important for protection against […]
Yes, antibodies bind with specific antigens in the antigen-antibody response. Antibodies are proteins produced by the body’s immune system when it detects a foreign substance, known as an antigen. The antigen-antibody response is a process by which the body’s immune system recognizes and responds to antigens, often resulting in the production of antibodies that bind […]
