Section 5
Antigens
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Boundless Anatomy and Physiology
Physiology
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Antigens and Antigen Receptors
Antigens are molecules that initiate the immune response and can be bound by antibodies.
Complete Antigens and Haptens
Haptens are molecules that create an immune response when attached to proteins.
Antigenic Determinants and Processing Pathways
Antigen epitopes make it possible for the immune system to recognize pathogens.