The MHC complex is a set of genes that
A) encodes cell recognition molecules.
B) is located on chromosome 6.
C) produces molecules to which antigens must attach in order to activate cell-mediated immunity.
D) prevents the immune system from attacking the body's own tissues.
E) has all of these traits.

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The MHC (major histocompatibility complex) complex is a set of genes located on chromosome 6 in humans that encodes cell recognition molecules. These molecules are crucial for the body's immune system to recognize and respond to foreign antigens. The MHC complex produces molecules (such as MHC class I and II) to which antigens must attach in order to activate cell-mediated immunity. The complex also plays an important role in preventing the immune system from attacking the body's own tissues. Therefore, all of the given traits (A-E) are applicable to the MHC complex.

The MHC Complex Is a Set of Genes That