Immunoglobulin Structure - 1
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Structural Characteristics
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U
immunoglobulins account for 20% of serum
proteins
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immunoglobulins vary depending on:
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-size
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-charge
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-carbohydrate content
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-amino acid composition
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immunoglobulins are located primarily within the
gamma fraction of serum proteins when seperated
by electrophoresis