Answered: What is complement activation in the…

Phlebotomy Essentials

6th Edition

ISBN:9781451194524

Author:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)

Publisher:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)

Chapter1: Phlebotomy: Past And Present And The Healthcare Setting

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1SRQ

See similar textbooks

Related questions

Question

What is complement activation in the biological sense

Expert Solution

Introduction

Immune system is a defense system in a human body that protects the body against invading pathogens such as bacteria, virus and other harmful substances. Immune system is classified into two types such as innate immune system and adaptive immune system.

Complement system is a complex system of the innate immunity that consists of around 30 plasma proteins playing a vital role in demolishing invaded infectious pathogens. Complement system functions by lysing the infected cells and pathogens, phagocytosis of the pathogens and cell debris, and inflammation of the neighboring cells.

Step by step

Solved in 2 steps

SEE SOLUTION Check out a sample Q&A here

Knowledge Booster

Learn more about

Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, nursing and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.

Similar questions