Paratope

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008462",
  "term": "Paratope",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The specific region on an antibody molecule that recognizes and binds to an antigen. This site is formed by the variable domains of both the heavy and light chains of the antibody, creating a unique three-dimensional structure complementary to the epitope of the antigen. The paratope's affinity and specificity for its target antigen determine the effectiveness of the immune response.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "T-cell receptor"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1224 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/paratope/"
}