Which of the following is TRUE regarding immunoglobins produced by plasma cells during adaptive immunity?
a. IgG is found in body secretions and is secreted during acute infections
b. IgE has the most protective activity against allergies and parasitic infections
c. IgA has a powerful phagocytic action against bacteria
d. IgM is the confers long immunity against pathogens
Answer: b. IgE has the most protective activity against allergies and parasitic infections
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