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Name the molecule that is too small to be antigenic alone but becomes antigenic when conjugated to a larger protein molecule
Microbiology Pharmacist Competitive Exams
Q. Name the molecule that is too small to be antigenic alone but becomes antigenic when conjugated to a larger protein molecule
Ans → hapten
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