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Meaning of IGE

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  one of the five major classes of immunoglobulins; present primarily in the skin and mucous membranes
 
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 Synonyms: immunoglobulin E
 
 See Also: Ig, immune gamma globulin, immune globulin, immune serum globulin, immunoglobulin, reagin

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: A class of immunoglobulin proteins which are produced in response to the presence of allergens and which bind to mast cells (causing the mast cells to produce histamines). One of five classes of immunoglobulin.
 

 

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