A molecule is isolated from the human body and studied. It is found to react with antibodies on B cells. Further testing reveals that the molecule is large and chemically diverse. Which of the following would best describe the molecule?
A) Antigen
B) Immunogen
C) Epitope
D) Paratope

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An antigen is a molecule that can be recognized by antibodies, often large and chemically diverse, and can react with antibodies on B cells.

A Molecule Is Isolated from the Human Body and Studied