Precipitating antibody

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009346",
  "term": "Precipitating antibody",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An antibody that forms an insoluble complex with its specific antigen, leading to the formation of a visible precipitate. This reaction occurs when the antibody and antigen are present in optimal proportions, allowing for cross-linking and lattice formation. The precipitin reaction is a fundamental technique in immunodiffusion assays for detecting and quantifying antigens or antibodies.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "precipitin"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1233 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/precipitating-antibody/"
}