Immune complex

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005635",
  "term": "Immune complex",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A molecular complex formed by the non-covalent binding of an antibody to a soluble antigen. These complexes can vary in size and composition depending on the antigen-antibody ratio. Small, soluble immune complexes can circulate in the bloodstream and, if not cleared efficiently, may deposit in tissues, leading to inflammatory responses and tissue damage.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "complement system"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1182 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/immune-complex/"
}