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Main functions of the antibodies

Describe briefly the three main functions of the antibodies?

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The main functions of antibodies are as follows:

a) Agglutination of the particulate matter comprising the bacteria and viruses.

b) Opsonisatrion or coating over the bacteria.

c) Neutralization of toxins liberated by bacteria.

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