What Happens When the Complement System Gets Activated

question 41

Multiple Choice

What happens when the complement system gets activated?

• A) Inflammation begins
• B) You sense pain
• C) Specific plasma proteins assemble
• D) Macrophages assemble

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Definitions:

Dorsiflexion

The action of lifting the foot upwards towards the shin, decreasing the angle between the dorsum of the foot and the leg.

Periodontal Ligament

A group of specialized connective tissue fibers that attach a tooth to the alveolar bone, aiding in tooth stabilization.

Gomphosis

A type of fibrous joint that anchors a tooth into its socket in the jawbone.

Syndesmosis

A type of fibrous joint in which bones are joined together by connective tissue, allowing for slight movement.