What is Antibody E?

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Linica Uday
Jan 13, 2017

Immunoglobulin E ( Ig E ) is a kind of antibody that has only been found in mammals.

Explanation:

IgE 's main function is immunity to parasites such as helminths. It is also utilised during immune defense against certain protozoan parasites such as P. falciparum .

IgE plays a pivotal role in response to allergens , such as anaphylactic drugs , bee stings and antigen preparations used in desensitisation immunotherapy.

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