Which pathophysiological process applies to acute post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis?
A) Streptococcal infection affects both the glomerular and tubule functions
B) Ischemic damage occurs in the tubules, causing obstruction and decreased glomerular filtration rate (GFR)
C) Immune complexes deposit in glomerular tissue, causing inflammation
D) Increased glomerular permeability for unknown reasons

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Acute post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis is caused by the deposition of immune complexes in the glomeruli following a streptococcal infection, leading to inflammation and damage.

Which Pathophysiological Process Applies to Acute Post-Streptococcal Glomerulonephritis