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[Immunology in the medical practice. XXVII. Mannose-binding lectin, an important link for nonspecific or hereditary immune reaction].
Nederlands tijdschrift voor geneeskunde - 17 Jun 2000
van Deuren M
Abstract excerpt
In the course of the past two decennia, a 3rd route of complement activation (next to the classical and the alternative routes) has been identified: the lectin route in which mannose-binding lectin (MBL) plays an essential role. MBL is produced in the liver. From the phylogenetic and functional points of view, complement activation via MBL falls in between the alternative and the classical routes and combines the...
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