Friday, July 23, 2010

Can antibodies fight both viruses and bacteria?

Yes. -


"Antibodies (also known as immunoglobulins) are Y-shaped proteins that are found in blood or other bodily fluids of vertebrates, and are used by the immune system to identify and neutralize foreign objects, such as bacteria and viruses. "


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antibodies

Can antibodies fight both viruses and bacteria?
yes antibodies produced by the body can, but antibiotics prescribed by a doctor are only useful against bacteria.
Reply:An antibody is formed when any foreign substance is introduced to your body. Therefore, and antibody can fight off both viruses and bacteria.


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