Multiple choice

Which antibodies could be detected on day 7 in both the strains of mice?

Directions: In an experiment on immune response of mice to allergens, dust mice allergen was exposed to two strains of mice – BALB/c mice (B) and Nude mice (N). The allergen was administered on day 0 and day 8 to both the strains of mice and allergen specific antibody produced was monitored and studied.

  1. Ig G (B) and Ig M (N)

  2. Ig M (B) and Ig M (N)

  3. Ig E (B) and Ig M (N)

  4. Ig A (B) and Ig G (N)

  5. both 3 and 4
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Ig E is the antibodies first produced to an allergic reaction. Therefore BALB/c mice will produce Ig E. Since,  nude mice lacks thymus  Ig M will be produced from their B cells.

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