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Antibody

/ˈæn.tiˌbɑ.di/noun
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An antibody is a specialized protein produced by the immune system to recognize and neutralize harmful invaders like viruses and bacteria, acting as a key defender in our body's natural defense mechanisms. In modern medicine, antibodies are harnessed for treatments such as monoclonal therapies, highlighting their role in personalized healthcare and vaccine development.

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A single B cell in your immune system can produce up to 10 million antibodies per second, enabling your body to generate an astonishing 10^11 different antibody variations to tackle diverse threats—making it one of the most versatile defense systems in nature.

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