MODULE 7 PART 2: CLASSICAL PATHWAY - COMPLEMENT SYSTEM Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
Classical pathway is activated by ?
A
Antibodies bound to antigen (part of acquired immunity)
2
Q
_____ molecule is activated and induces proteolytic cascade involving multiple other complement proteins.
A
C1
3
Q
Classical pathway generates?
A
- Inflammatory mediators
- Opsonin for phagocytosis of antigen
- Lytic complexes that destroy cells