EBK BROCK BIOLOGY OF MICROORGANISMS
EBK BROCK BIOLOGY OF MICROORGANISMS
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ISBN: 8220103633352
Author: Stahl
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 26, Problem 4AQ
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The reason that why complement system is a critical component of antibody-mediated defense. Also, explain possible outcomes in a person if complement component C3, C5, and factor B of the alternative pathway and mannose-binding lectin pathway is absent in that particular individual.

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The complement system comprises many soluble proteins which help in catalyzing the process of cell lysis and bacterial opsonization. The complement system is triggered by various types of interactions with antibodies and nonspecific activators such as mannose-binding lectin.

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