Ig: meaning, definitions and examples

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Ig

 

[ หŒaษชหˆdส’i ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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 bodyโ€™s immune status, especially during infections or immune deficiencies.

Synonyms

antibody, immunoglobulin

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น Ig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‡เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ Ig

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ig

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Ig

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Ig

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Ig

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Ig

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท Ig

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Ig

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ig

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Ig

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Ig

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ Ig

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Ig

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Ig

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช Ig

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Ig

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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.