Complement system

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Complement system-Classical and Alternative pathway

The functions of the complement system are diverse and extend beyond its role in host defence; complement activation is now known to contribute to numerous immunological, inflammatory and age-related conditions, including kidney disorders. Here, John Lambris and colleagues discuss the key activating, regulatory, and effector mechanisms of the complement system. They highlight important crosstalk connections with other regulatory systems, and, with a focus on kidney disease and…

An illustrated guide to the cells of the immune system and the components of the normal immune response, complete with a super helpful summary diagram

1. Complement system Complement system a) consists of 20 serum proteins b) serum proteins acts as biological cascade c) both...

The early events of all three pathways of complement activation involve a series of cleavage reactions that culminate in the formation of an enzymatic activity called a C3 convertase, which cleaves complement component C3 into C3b and C3a. The production of the C3 convertase is the point at which the three pathways converge and the main effector functions of complement are generated. C3b binds covalently to the bacterial cell membrane and opsonizes the bacteria, enabling phagocytes to…

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The complement pathways is a part of the innate immune system and consists of a series of proteins that interact with one another.

Individuals with a complement deficiency can have clinical problems that are a result of the role that the specific complement protein plays in the normal function of the human body.