Computer graphics of immunoglobin (IgG)
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Computer graphics of immunoglobin (IgG)
Computer graphics image of antibodies moving along an artery. Antibodies, special blood proteins, are synthesised in lymphoid tissue in response to the presence of a particular antigen (foreign sub- stance) and circulated in the blood plasma to the troubled site. A huge range of antibodies is produced, each with some slight structural difference enabling it to bind to the surface of a different antigen. The antibodies thus act as flexible adaptor molecules, so that a wide range of infectious agents may be recognised. Here, the arms of the Y shape form the antigen binding portion (Fab), the rest is the Fc portion; this binds to Fc receptors on host tissue cells
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Antibodies Antibody Immune System Immunoglobulin
EDITORS COMMENTS
This computer graphic print showcases the intricate world of immunoglobins (IgG) and their vital role in our immune system. The image depicts a mesmerizing scene where antibodies, represented by vibrant colors, gracefully move along an artery within the human body. Antibodies are remarkable blood proteins that are synthesized in lymphoid tissue as a response to the presence of foreign substances known as antigens. Once produced, they circulate through the bloodstream, seeking out troubled sites where their assistance is needed. What makes antibodies truly extraordinary is their ability to adapt and bind to different antigens due to slight structural differences. This flexibility allows them to act as adaptable adaptor molecules capable of recognizing a wide range of infectious agents. In this artwork, we can observe the Y-shaped arms forming what is known as the antigen binding portion (Fab), while the remaining structure represents the Fc portion responsible for binding with Fc receptors on host tissue cells. Together, these components work harmoniously to combat harmful invaders and protect our bodies from potential threats. Science Photo Library has beautifully captured this complex yet fascinating aspect of our immune system through stunning visual representation. This illustration serves as a reminder of how intricately designed our bodies are and highlights just one small part of its incredible defense mechanisms against diseases and infections.
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