What does the cryptic crossword clue "As defence against infection, do any bit ordered (8)" mean?

The definition is "As defence against infection". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of DOANYBIT ("do any bit") [anagram: "ordered"] = ANTIBODY; definition: "As defence against infection," The answer is ANTIBODY.

As defence against infection, do any bit ordered (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29160 | 16 Down | 2023-08-28 flower

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