Antigen-Antibody Complex
| Definition: |
The complex formed by the binding of antigen and antibody molecules. The deposition of large antigen-antibody complexes leading to tissue damage causes IMMUNE COMPLEX DISEASES. |
| Previously Indexed: |
Antibodies (1966-1969),Antigens (1966-1969) |
Antigen-Antibody Complex Categories.
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Immunosorbents - An insoluble support for an antigen or antibody used to adsorb the homologous antibody or antigen from a mixture; the adsorbed entity may then be eluted in pure form for assay or analysis; many different substances are used, among them sepharose, glutaraldehyde, copolymers of anhydrides, polyacrylamides, etc. |
Antigen-Antibody Complex Definitions and Terms
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