Explain the similarities between membrane cofactor protein, factor H, and complement receptor 1 in terms of their complement control properties
What will be an ideal response?
MCP, factor H, and CR1 all bind to C3b and render it susceptible to proteolytic cleavage by factor I. All three contain complement control protein (CCP) modules and are therefore considered regulators of complement activation (RCA).
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Describe the signs and symptoms of cancer of the colon and rectum
What will be an ideal response?
A decrease of about 5 mm Hg in resting diastolic blood pressure has been associated with a
a. 15% decrease in overall mortality. b. 15% decrease in the risk for stroke. c. 40% decrease in the risk for stroke. d. 40% decrease in the risk for CHD.
A common symptom of phlebitis is a dark blue pooling of blood near the ankle
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following is most likely to occur from exposure to sulfur dioxide?
a. Inflammation. c. Reduced oxygen saturation of hemoglogin. b. Bronchoconstriction. d. They are all equally likely to occur.