The mnemonic
GAMDE
What each word stands for
- GIgG, the most abundant
- AIgA
- MIgM
- DIgD
- EIgE, the least abundant
Why it matters clinically
Helps with questions asking which immunoglobulin is lowest or highest in normal serum.
Where it stops being reliable
Gives rank only, not function, structure or half-life.
Teaching aid, still awaiting independent review. Confirm facts in a standard source.