Uses
Anti-Horse IgG (whole molecule) FITC antibody produced in rabbit has been used in indirect fluorescent antibody test. It has also been used as a secondary antibody to confirm equine arteritis virus (EAV).
General Description
Horse IgG is a plasma B cell derived antibody isotype defined by its heavy chain. IgG is the most abundant antibody isotype found in horse serum. IgG crosses the placental barrier, is a complement activator and binds to the Fc-receptors on phagocytic cells. The level of IgG may vary with the status of disease or infection.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Immunoglobulin G (IgG) participates in hypersensitivity type II and type III. It mainly helps in immune defense.
