Immunoglobulin class

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005674",
  "term": "Immunoglobulin class",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A classification of antibodies based on the structural differences in their heavy chains, which determine their effector functions and distribution in the body. In mammals, there are five main classes: IgG, IgM, IgA, IgD, and IgE, each with distinct biological roles. For example, IgG is the most abundant class in serum and crosses the placenta, providing passive immunity to the fetus.",
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2018, 90, 1121. 'Terminology of bioanalytical methods (IUPAC Recommendations 2018)' on page 1140 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2016-1120)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/immunoglobulin-class/"
}