C3
Alternative names
Complement component 3
Definition
This is a blood test that measures one component of the complement cascade. Complement is a group of blood proteins that cause immune responses and
inflammation. The complement cascade is a series of reactions that take place in the blood. There are 9 major complement components, labeled C1 through C9. This test measures C3.
Last revised: December 7, 2012
by Sharon M. Smith, M.D.
by Sharon M. Smith, M.D.
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