Figure B: complement cascade

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Classification

Classical Pathway:

Alternative Pathway:

Mannan-binding lectin pathway:

  • third early pathway of host defense also important before the appearance of antibody during the course of an infection

References

  1. Henry's Clinical Diagnosis & Management by Laboratory Methods, 21st edition, McPherson RA & Pincus MR (es), W.B. Saunders Co., Philadelphia, PA. 2007
  2. Medical Knowledge Self Assessment Program (MKSAP) 15, American College of Physicians, Philadelphia 2009