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/ˌaɪ dʒiː ˈem/

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noun

C1formalcommonmedical/ˌaɪ dʒiː ˈem/

uncountable · proper noun

One of the five major classes of immunoglobulins, involved in fighting blood infections and in triggering the production of immunoglobulin G.

  • 🇷🇺Один из пяти основных классов иммуноглобулинов, участвующий в борьбе с инфекциями крови и в запуске выработки иммуноглобулина G.
  1. Immunoglobulin M C1 formal medical

    A large antibody produced by B cells, which is the first antibody to appear in response to an initial exposure to an antigen; it is effective in fighting blood infections and helps activate the production of immunoglobulin G.

    • IgM levels are often elevated during the early stages of an infection.
    • The presence of IgM in the blood indicates a recent exposure to the pathogen.
    • Doctors measure IgM to help diagnose acute viral infections.

    🇷🇺Иммуноглобулин М

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