Immunoglobulins and Their Roles – Free Medical Terminology Flash Cards

These free medical terminology flash cards highlight five naturally occurring immunoglobulins and their roles in the body within the immune system. You'll see a brief description on a slide followed by the immunoglobulin that best matches that description. You may also reverse the direction if you wish to test your knowledge by stating each immunoglobulin's definition.

Directions:

• Click on the first image below to enlarge.
• Click on the slide or the next thumbnail at the bottom of the screen to advance to the next slide.

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Immunoglobulins and Their Roles Flash Cards

Free Medical Terminology Flash Cards About the Immune System

Antibodies appearing upon an initial exposure to an antigen

IgM

Most common antibodies

IgG

Antibodies found on B cell surfaces

IgD

Antibodies found in body secretions

IgA

Antibodies important in allergic reactions

IgE

Med Term Flash Cards on Immunoglobulins in the Immune System