Opsonization takes place through –
Correct Answer: C3b
Description: The process of phagocytosis is fuher enhanced when microorganisms are coated with specific proteins, opsonins from the serum. Opsonins establish a bond between bacteria and bacteria and the membrane of the phagocytic cell. C3b is opsonin generated by activation of the implement pathway. RefReference: rush Mohan textbook of pathology, 7th edition, pg no:121 <p>
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