Multiple choice

The number of epitope(s) present on the antigen is _____.

In an antigen antibody interaction, in the zone of equivalence, the isolated antigen IgG complex was found to be in the molar ratio of Antigen : IgG = 2 : 1

  1. 1

  2. 2

  3. 4

  4. 10

  5. 12

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C Correct answer
Explanation

4Ag/IgG = 2 : 1Ag = 2 IgG. Since, one IgG binds two epitopes.Ag = 2 (2 epitopes)Ag = 4 Epitopes.