Are There Limitations to Humoral Immunity in Combating Toxins?
While humoral immunity is effective in neutralizing many toxins, it has limitations. For example, some toxins can evade antibody detection through rapid mutation or by hiding within host cells, where antibodies cannot easily access them. Additionally, the production of antibodies can be slow, taking days to weeks, which may not be sufficient in acute toxic exposures. This highlights the importance of a coordinated immune response involving both humoral and cell-mediated immunity for comprehensive protection.
