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Small molecules that bind with self-proteins to produce antigenic substances are called ________. Small molecules that bind with self-proteins to produce antigenic substances are called ________. antibodies ions reagins haptens Request Answer Provide Feedback

Answer 1

Answer:

Haptens.

Explanation:

Haptens are known as small molecules that help to stimulate the production of antibody molecules when attached with a large molecule known as a carrier molecule such as proteins.

Haptens are used to study the mechanism of inflammatory bowel disease to help induce the autoimmune type of responses and allergic contact dermatitis.