Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 41 - Immunology: Animal defense Systems - 41.5 - The Cellular Adaptive Response Involves T Cells and Receptors - 41.5 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 885: 1

Answer

A T cell receptor is a glycoprotein made of two polypeptide chains, each encoded by a distinct gene. The variable regions on the glycoprotein provide the site for specific binding to antigens displayed by an MHC protein.

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A T cell receptor is a glycoprotein made of two polypeptide chains, each encoded by a distinct gene. The variable regions on the glycoprotein provide the site for specific binding to antigens displayed by an MHC protein.
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