Immunoglobulin

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005672",
  "term": "Immunoglobulin",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A type of glycoprotein molecule produced by plasma cells that functions as an antibody. Immunoglobulins recognize and bind to specific antigens, initiating an immune response to neutralize pathogens or toxins. There are five main classes of immunoglobulins in mammals: IgA, IgD, IgE, IgG, and IgM, each with distinct biological roles.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and the Environment",
  "see_also": [
    "antibody",
    "serum"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1992, 64, 143. 'Glossary for chemists of terms used in biotechnology (IUPAC Recommendations 1992)' on page 157 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199264010143)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/immunoglobulin/"
}