Multiple choice

The immunoglobulin superfamily is a large group of cell surface and soluble proteins in humans. Which of the following molecules do not belong to the Ig gene superfamily?

  1. Immunoglobulin

  2. T-cell receptor

  3. LFA-1

  4. Beta2-microglobulin

  5. Thy-1

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C Correct answer
Explanation

LFA-1 is a member of the integrin family, molecules concerned with leukocyte binding to endothelial cells and to extracellular matrix proteins. The VLA molecules are also members of the integrin superfamily.