Chapter 30, Problem 16P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Differentiate between the functions of class I and class II MHC molecules.

Concept Introduction:

MHC molecules are transmembrane proteins that belong to immunoglobulin superfamily. There are two classes of MHC molecules that exist, both have peptide-binding variable domains. The difference between MHC I and MHC II becomes important when functions of t cells are looked at.