immunoglobulins
nounUK /ˌɪmjʊnəʊˈɡlɒbjʊlɪnz/
US /ˌɪmjənoʊˈɡlɑːbjəlɪnz/
Tiny proteins in your blood that help your body fight off germs and keep you healthy.
The doctor said her immunoglobulins were working hard to protect her from the cold.
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2. A class of proteins produced by plasma cells that bind to specific antigens.
Researchers measured immunoglobulin levels to assess the patient's immune response.
3. Medical preparations containing antibodies given to prevent or treat disease.
The patient received immunoglobulins intravenously to boost immunity.
4. The fraction of blood plasma proteins that includes antibodies.
Electrophoresis separated the immunoglobulins from albumin in the sample.