Influence of serum concentration on opsonization by the classical and alternative complement pathways.
AUTOR(ES)
Tofte, R W
RESUMO
In this investigation of bacterial opsonization by the serum complement system, the importance of using various serum concentrations and of performing kinetic studies is demonstrated.
ACESSO AO ARTIGO
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