Microbiology: Principles and Explorations 9th Edition

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Chapter 17 - Basic Principles of Adaptive Immunity and Immunization - Self Quiz - Page 358: 14

Answer

(b) Usually does not require any T helper cell participation

Work Step by Step

Antibody production against large, repetitive carbohydrates usually does not require any T helper cell participation, but it requires antigen and T helper cytokines. It also requires a carrier protein linked to the carbohydrate that results in tolerance to the antigen.
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