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What is the composition of the complement system and how much of the total serum proteins does it constitute?
What is the composition of the complement system and how much of the total serum proteins does it constitute?
The complement system is composed of 16 plasma proteins, constituting nearly 10% of the total serum proteins.
When was the complement system discovered and what was its initial identification?
When was the complement system discovered and what was its initial identification?
The complement system was discovered at the end of the 19th century and initially identified as a heat-labile component of serum.
What role does the complement system play in the body?
What role does the complement system play in the body?
The complement system is one of the major immune defense systems of the body.
