What Is the Function of Decay-Accelerating Factor (DAF) as a Complement

question 3

Multiple Choice

What is the function of decay-accelerating factor (DAF) as a complement protein?

• A) Accelerates the spontaneous decay of C5-convertase
• B) Accelerates the spontaneous decay of C3-convertase
• C) Slows the spontaneous decay of C5-convertase
• D) Slows the spontaneous decay of C3-convertase
• E) None of the above

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