After activation of C3 of the complement system, which of these is a role of its component part, C3b? 

A. It acts as an enzyme to convert nitric oxide into hydrogen peroxide.
B. It causes vasodilation of local blood vessels.
C. It acts as an opsonin that is recognized by phagocytes targeting the microbe for destruction.
D. It acts as a chemotaxin for macrophages.
E. It stimulates the conversion of monocytes to neutrophils.


Answer: C

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