An individual is born with a mutation such that they cannot form MAC proteins that associate with one another in a plasma membrane. This is an example of:

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MAC (Membrane Attack Complex) proteins are a crucial component of the complement system, which is part of the innate immune response. They form a pore in the plasma membrane of invading pathogens, leading to their destruction. A mutation that prevents the formation of MAC proteins would impair the ability of the innate immune system to fight infections, resulting in immunodeficiency. The other answer choices are not relevant to the given scenario.

An Individual Is Born with a Mutation Such That They