Superantigens (SAgs) – Definition, Types, Structure, Examples
Superantigens (SAgs) are a special type of powerful toxins. These are produced by some bacterial and viral pathogens. It causes very strong and uncontrolled activation of immune system. The superantigens are different from normal antigens. Normal antigens are taken inside the antigen-presenting cells and broken into small pieces. But SAgs act as intact protein and … Read more