Multiple Choice
The study of antigen-antibody reactions is referred to as _____.
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21. The Immune System
Outcomes of Antibody Binding to Antigen
Multiple Choice
Which term describes antibodies binding to a virus preventing it from attaching to host cells?
A
Opsonization.
B
Agglutination.
C
Neutralization.
D
Activation.
E
Coagulation.
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Understand the function of antibodies: Antibodies are proteins produced by the immune system to identify and neutralize foreign objects like viruses and bacteria.
Define neutralization: Neutralization is the process by which antibodies bind to a virus, blocking its ability to attach to and enter host cells, thereby preventing infection.
Differentiate between the terms: Opsonization involves marking pathogens for destruction by phagocytes, agglutination refers to clumping of particles, activation is the initiation of immune responses, and coagulation is the process of blood clotting.
Identify the correct term: Neutralization specifically refers to the prevention of viral attachment to host cells by antibodies.
Review the options: Confirm that neutralization is the correct term describing the action of antibodies preventing a virus from attaching to host cells.
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