C5b6789

C5b6789
the complete membrane attack complex (cytolytic agent) of the complement system, generated by addition of multiple molecules of C9 to C5b,6,7,8; this complex has a hydrophilic center that allows the rapid passage of water and ions through the cell membrane, causing osmotic lysis of the cell. Sometimes abbreviated C5b–9 or C5b–9n.

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  • lytic complex — The large (2000 kD) cytolytic complex formed from complement C5b6789. See complement …   Dictionary of molecular biology

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