MHC(major histocompatibility complex)
• Definition: MHC is an extended genetic
locus, containing closely-linked genes,
encoding major histocompatibility antigen
whose physiologic function is the
presentation of peptide antigens to T cells
and plays a central role in the generation of
adaptive immune response.
• In humans the MHC is referred to as the
HLA(human leukocyte antigen) complex.
