What are common opsonins used in opsonization? Common opsonins include antibodies, complement proteins, and certain plasma proteins. 5 Can opsonization enhance vaccine efficacy? Yes, vaccines can be designed to induce opsonin production, thereby enhancing the immune system's ability to recognize and...
For example, the complement C3 is cleaved into C3b and C3a. C3b remains bound to the complex at the surface of the trigger. C3b is a good opsonin. The small peptide, C3a diffuses away and acts as a chemotactic factor and an inflammatory paracrine. The generation of complement ...