The diagnostic test for HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, involves testing the blood for antibodies with this pathogen. Antibodie

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The diagnostic test for HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, involves testing the blood for antibodies with this pathogen. Antibodie

s are produced when the body…
Stimulates enzyme production

detects foreign antigens

secretes specific hormones

synthesizes microbes

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Elden [556K] · Answer 1 · 2022-01-06T10:42:15+03:00

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Detects foreign antigens

Explanation:

Antibodies are the defense cells of the body. They are produced by the white blood cells and help in fighting and killing foreign bodies which are known as antigens. The antibodies attacks the antigens by binding onto it and releasing chemicals to kill it or by engulfing the foreign body( antigen).Examples of antibodies are IgA and IgG.