Definition of Igd

1. Noun. One of the five major classes of immunoglobulins; present in blood serum in small amounts.

Exact synonyms: Immunoglobulin D
Generic synonyms: Ig, Immune Gamma Globulin, Immune Globulin, Immune Serum Globulin, Immunoglobulin

Medical Definition of Igd

1. This immunoglobulin (184 kD) is present at a low level (3-400 mcg/ml) but is a major immunoglobulin on the surface of B lymphocytes where it may play a role in antigen recognition. Its structure resembles that of immunoglobulin G but the heavy chains are of the delta type. (30 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of IgD

Ig
IgA
IgA
IgA-specific serine endopeptidase
igad
igapo
igapos
igarape
igarapes
igasuric
igasurine
IgA deficiency
IgA nephropathy
Igbo
IgD
IgD
IgE
IgE
IGF
IGFBP-2 protease
IgG
IgG
IGG-horseradish peroxidase
igged
igging
iggs
IgG deficiency
Igigi
Iglesias
igloo

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