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what are antigens?
specific
proteins
on the
surface
of
cells
that generate an
immune response
what are antigens used to identify?
pathogens
,
non self material
,
toxins
, and
abnormal body cells
what is antigen variability?
the
antigens change frequently
due to
genetic mutations
how do cells of the immune system recognise pathogens ?
antigens are used to detect pathogens and generate immune response
lymphocytes bind to molecules called antigens which are specific to pathogen
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