Practice mode Immunity

The antigen-binding site of an antibody is formed by which regions?

Correct answer A. Variable regions of both heavy and light chains

Explanation

Each arm of the Y-shaped antibody ends in variable regions of one heavy and one light chain. Their unique amino acid sequence gives a shape complementary to a specific antigen.

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