Antibody responses

Antibody responses are part of the immune system's way of fighting infections. When the body detects a virus or bacteria, it produces specialized proteins called antibodies. These antibodies recognize and attach to specific parts of the invader, marking it for destruction or neutralization. This process helps prevent illness and prepares the immune system to respond more swiftly if the same pathogen is encountered again in the future. Antibody responses can be measured to assess immunity, such as after vaccination or infection. Overall, they play a critical role in protecting the body from disease-causing microbes.