Neil accidentally ingests a substance that activates the complement cascade in the absence of bound antibodies. This substance would _________.

A) increase circulation of lymph.
B) cause extensive cellular damage.
C) produce a fever.
D) activate blood clotting.
E) prevent inflammation.


B) cause extensive cellular damage.

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