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The Best Definition of an Antigen Is

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Question 12

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The best definition of an antigen is


A) Something foreign in the body.
B) A chemical that combines with antibodies.
C) A chemical that elicits an antibody response and can combine with these antibodies.
D) A protein that combines with antibodies.
E) A pathogen.

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