This figure illustrates two possible mechanisms for the neutralization of a pathogen by human
antibody isotypes; complement mediated lysis and antibody dependent cellular cytotoxicity (ADCC).
CD16 is a receptor on natural killer cells, granulocytes (neutrophils, basophils, and eosinophils), and
macrophages for the constant region of IgG, i.e., an Fc receptor for this isotype.