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Review of the Complement System

19. Innate Immunity / Review of the Complement System / Problem 2

What is the primary outcome of the formation of the membrane attack complex (MAC) in the complement system?

A

Enhanced phagocytosis of pathogens

B

Recruitment of additional immune cells to the site of infection

C

Opsonization of pathogens for easier identification

D

Lysis of pathogen cell membranes leading to cell death

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