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