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The number of classes of immunoglobulins (antibodies) in humans is:

Answer: Five.

  • A Five
  • B Two
  • C Ten
  • D Twenty

Correct answer: A. Five

Explanation: There are five antibody classes: IgG, IgA, IgM, IgE and IgD.

Antibody (Y-shaped) Binding an Antigenconstant region (Fc)variable regionvariable regionantigenantigen2 identical heavy chains+ 2 identical light chains

An antibody is Y-shaped, with two identical antigen-binding sites at the tips of the variable regions - each shaped to recognise one specific antigen - while the constant (Fc) region at the base is recognised by immune cells to trigger further responses.

Concept context

Innate and adaptive immunity, B cells, T cells, antibodies, vaccines, and immune disorders. Critical for NEET.

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