Immunoglobulin Definition

ĭmyə-nō-glŏbyə-lĭn, ĭ-myo͝o-
immunoglobulins
noun
immunoglobulins
Any of a group of large glycoproteins that are secreted by plasma cells and that function as antibodies in the immune response by binding with specific antigens. There are five classes of immunoglobulins: IgA, IgD, IgE, IgG, and IgM.
American Heritage
A globulin protein that participates in the immune reaction as the antibody for a specific antigen.
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Other Word Forms of Immunoglobulin

Noun

Singular:
immunoglobulin
Plural:
immunoglobulins

Origin of Immunoglobulin

  • From immuno- +‎ globulin.

    From Wiktionary

Immunoglobulin Sentence Examples

  • Immunoglobulin A (IgA) is activated early in response to invasion by bacteria and viruses.

  • This antibody, also called an immunoglobulin, may damage the nerve fibers.

  • All received intravenous immunoglobulin, and four received platelet concentrate.

  • However, there may be some protection even if you are given immunoglobulin up to 10 days after contact with the virus.

  • The use of Anti-D immunoglobulin has been one of the success stories of the last 20 years.

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