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sIgA is an antibody secreted by plasma cells into the gut lumen. It forms a protective barrier against harmful pathogens that enter the gut through the mouth or skin. sIgA is present in bodily secretions such as saliva, tears, and breast milk (Mantis et al., 2011),.
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Ephi Lu. (2024). Secretory Immunoglobulin A (sIgA). In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.
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