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It is one of the most important antibodies and an isotype of immunoglobulins constituting 75% of antibodies in serum. Plasma B cells produce it.
It has an important function in protecting the body against infections, protecting the fetus against infection in utero, regulating allergic reactions and preventing certain IgE-mediated anaphylactic reactions.
There are four types of IgG as follows:
It measures the level of IgG antibodies in the blood serum which in turn helps to determine the presence of any infection in the body and the immunity of the body.
The normal range of IgG immunoglobulin in blood in normal adults is 6.0-16.0g/L.
It is also known by various names like the following:
Higher levels are indicative of the following:
Lower levels are indicative of the following:
The treatment of lower levels depends on the cause of it and thus treating the underlying health condition is important. Also, in some cases, immunoglobulin therapy is given to boost the immune system.
Also, preventive measures are to be taken to prevent further infection.
For more information, you can visit MedlinePlus.gov and Testing.com.
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