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Sunday, December 7, 2014

Complement: function of C3a versus C3b Mnemonic

C3aActivates Acute [inflammation].
C3bBonds Bacteria [to macrophages--easier digestion].
· If wish to know more than just C3:
C3a, C4a, C5a activate acute.
C3b, C4b bind bacteria.

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