In the human immune system, the consequences of the activation of the complement cascade include
A) resistance to viral infection.
B) autoimmunity.
C) local inflammation, phagocytosis and bacterial lysis.
D) production of antigenic peptides.
E) establishment of acquired resistance.

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The activation of the complement cascade in the human immune system leads to local inflammation, enhancement of phagocytosis, and the lysis of bacteria. This is a part of the innate immune response that helps in clearing pathogens.

In the Human Immune System, the Consequences of the Activation