Microbiology
Immunology Pa 1 (Immune Response, Antigen-Antibody Reactions, Hypersensitivity, Structure of Immune System, Immunodeficiency Disorders)
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Which of the following statements concerning immunoglobulins is wrong:
High-Yield Explanation
Only IgG can cross placenta, other classes cannot cross placenta. Hence fetal infection cannot be diagnosed by IgG, IgM is the predominant antibody present in primary immune response. Levels of IgE are markedly raised in parasitic infections.