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An antibody is a protein made by body's immune system.


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The correct option is A True

Antibody:

  1. An antibody is a protein produced by the body's immune system when it detects foreign substances, called antigens such as harmful microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses) and chemicals.
  2. Antibody circulates in the blood, recognizes foreign substances like bacteria and viruses, and fight against them.

Immune system:

  1. The immune system defends the body against harmful elements such as viruses, bacteria, and foreign bodies.

Final answer: The given statement is true.


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