IMMUNOLOGY

OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

IMMUNITY INNATE AND ADAPTIVE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The antibody found in saliva, tears and mucus are
A
IgA
B
IgG
C
IgD
D
IgM
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The presence and level of immunoglobulin A (IgA) antibodies to the oral microorganism Streptococcus mutans were determined in human tears, parotid saliva, and serum by a modified, indirect enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. IgA antibodies were found in the tears of all 15 subjects, although S.

Detailed explanation-2: -IgA antibodies were found in the tears of all 15 subjects, although S. mutans is a nonocular bacterium.

Detailed explanation-3: -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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