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Term
MHC Class I
Definition
Single glycopeptide, A,B,C- codominant, inherit one of each subclass from each parent so there are 6 possibilities,all nucleated cells, endogenous antigen receptors, contain beta 2 microglobulins
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Exogenous
Definition
Antigens that originate outside the cell
Term
Class II
Definition
Two glycopeptide, DP,DQ,DR, more than 6 possible combinations, receptors for exogenous antigens, has alpha and beta chains
Term
Endogenous
Definition
Normal cell constituents or viral proteins generated during viral infection and replication within the cells
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Antigen Presentation
Definition
Fragments of antigens are displayed on the cell surface as class I or Class II HLA molecules
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