immunoglobulin

noun

im·mu·no·glob·u·lin ˌi-myə-nō-ˈglä-byə-lən

i-ˌmyü-nō-

: antibody

The glycoproteins produced by B-cells, called antibodies or immunoglobulins, recognize and bind free antigens and are responsible for humoral immunity …—

Haruo Saito et al.

—abbreviation Ig

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In an allergy, immunoglobulin E (IgE) specific to allergens (normally harmless substances that trigger an immune response in some people) may be detected in the blood. —

Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 31 Jan. 2025 Quantitative immunoglobulins: This test measures the levels of antibodies in the blood. —

Carrie Madormo, Rn, Health, 24 Jan. 2025 An allergy blood test involves taking a blood sample for immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies. —

Daniel More, Verywell Health, 17 Jan. 2025 This fluid is rich in proteins such as prostaglandins (hormone-like compounds) and immunoglobulins (antibodies that protect against fungi, bacteria, and viruses). —

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