GENERAL HISTOLOGY

LYMPHATIC

LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following antibodies is found in sweat, tears, saliva, and breast milk (levels decreased during stress)?
A
IgM
B
IgA
C
IgD
D
IgG
E
IgE
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -IgA antibodies were found in the tears of all 15 subjects, although S. mutans is a nonocular bacterium. The IgA antibody levels in tears and saliva were not significantly different.

Detailed explanation-2: -Immunoglobulin A (IgA) is an antibody that’s part of your immune system. IgA is found in mucous membranes, especially in the respiratory and digetive tracts. It is also found in saliva, tears, and breastmilk.

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