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Chapter 35, Problem 20P
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
A protein having an immunoglobulin domain will have a function in the immune system, if this statement is correct or not should be determined.
Concept introduction:
The immunoglobulin superfamily is a protein superfamily having cell surface and soluble proteins. They all have the structure that resembles the structure of the immunoglobulins or the antibodies.
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