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Antibodies facilitate the immune response against bacteria by coating them to enhance neutrophil ingestion [1], [2], activating the complement system to kill them [3], and serving as a bridge for their antigenic clearance [4].

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The immune system and primary immunodeficiency primaryimmune.org Immune Deficiency Foundation 2 facts
claimAntibodies attached to the surface of microorganisms can activate the complement system, a group of proteins capable of directly killing some bacteria.
claimNeutrophils ingest and kill antibody-coated bacteria more easily than bacteria that are not coated with antibodies.
How the Immune System Works with Primary Immunodeficiency igcares.com IGCares 1 fact
claimInfecting bacteria that enter body tissues are coated with complement proteins and antibodies (immunoglobulin), which enables neutrophils to recognize the bacteria as foreign.
3. The Innate Immune System - Immunopaedia immunopaedia.org.za Immunopaedia 1 fact
claimAntibodies produced by B-1 cells participate as a bridge between innate and adaptive immunity by producing the first wave of antibodies required for the antigenic clearance of viruses, bacteria, and certain parasites.