Ig: meaning, definitions and examples
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Ig
[ หaษชหdสi ]
abbreviation, chemistry
IG stands for 'immunoglobulin', which are glycoprotein molecules produced by plasma cells (white blood cells). They play a crucial role in the immune response by identifying and neutralizing pathogens such as bacteria and viruses. Immunoglobulins can be classified into different classes, including IgA, IgD, IgE, IgG, and IgM, each serving distinct functions in the body. The presence and levels of specific immunoglobulins can indicate the bodyโs immune status, especially during infections or immune deficiencies.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The blood tests showed elevated levels of IgG.
- Doctors monitor IgE levels for allergic reactions.
- IgM is often the first antibody produced in response to an infection.
Translations
Translations of the word "Ig" in other languages:
๐ต๐น Ig
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเค
๐ฉ๐ช Ig
๐ฎ๐ฉ Ig
๐บ๐ฆ Ig
๐ต๐ฑ Ig
๐ฏ๐ต Ig
๐ซ๐ท Ig
๐ช๐ธ Ig
๐น๐ท Ig
๐ฐ๐ท Ig
๐ธ๐ฆ Ig
๐จ๐ฟ Ig
๐ธ๐ฐ Ig
๐จ๐ณ Ig
๐ธ๐ฎ Ig
๐ฎ๐ธ Ig
๐ฐ๐ฟ Ig
๐ฌ๐ช Ig
๐ฆ๐ฟ Ig
๐ฒ๐ฝ Ig
Etymology
The term 'immunoglobulin' comes from the root words 'immuno-' which relates to the immune system, and 'globulin,' which refers to the group of proteins that are soluble in salt solutions. The prefix 'immuno-' is derived from 'immune,' which itself originates from the Latin word 'immunis,' meaning exempt or free from burden. 'Globulin' traces back to the Latin 'globulus,' meaning small globe or sphere, indicative of the spherical shape of these proteins. The classification into different types, such as IgA, IgG, and others, began in the mid-20th century as scientists conducted various experiments to understand the structure and function of these molecules in human health and disease.