Developing B cells first rearrange and express the μ heavy chain. An immature B cell consequently displays IgM as its initial complete antigen receptor. IgD is coexpressed later during maturation, while IgG, IgA and IgE require class-switch processes in activated mature cells. Select IgM, D.
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