Microbiology
Immunology Pa 1 (Immune Response, Antigen-Antibody Reactions, Hypersensitivity, Structure of Immune System, Immunodeficiency Disorders)
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IgE is secreted by
High-Yield Explanation
All the antibodies are secreted by plasma cells.IgE is also secreted by plasma cells Mast cellsexpress a high-affinity receptor (FceRI) for the Fc region ofIgE. hence mostly mast cellsare found coated with IgE . It is mostly extravascular in distribution*Normal serum contains only traces (a few nanogramsper ml) but greatly elevated levels are seen in atopic(type 1 allergic) conditions such as, hay fever and eczema.