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QWhat immunoglobulin is also called secretory immunoglobulin?

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  • A IgG ✔ ✖
  • B IgA ✔ ✖
  • C Neomycin ✔ ✖
  • D Streptokinase ✔ ✖
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IgA immunoglobulins are also called secretory immunoglobulin because it is present in all the body secretions including colostrum and mother’s milk. It functions as the first line of defence against ingested and inhaled pathogens by activating alternative pathways of the complement system.

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