Preferred Term:
antibody binding sites
Definition:
Local surface sites on antibodies which react with antigen determinant sites on antigens (epitopes). They are formed from parts of the variable regions of Fab fragments.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- antibody-binding regions
- antibody-combining sites
- paratopes
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/261105
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