How does the B-cell receptor (BCR) complex function?
A)Communicating information about the antigen to the helper T cell
B)Secreting chemical signals to communicate between cells
C)Releasing histamine and other vasoactive substances
D)Communicating information about the antigen to the cell nucleus

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The role of the BCR is to recognize the antigen; however, unlike circulating antibodies, the receptor must communicate that information to the cell's nucleus. The BCR does not communicate information about the antigen to the helper T cell or secrete chemical signals to communicate between cells. The release of histamine and other vasoactive substances is part of inflammation, not adaptive immunity.

How Does the B-Cell Receptor (BCR) Complex Function