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Question
Why is opsonisation efficient in phagocytosis?
Solution
Opsonization, or enhanced attachment, refers to the antibody molecules IgG and IgE, the complement proteins C3b and C4b, and other opsonins attaching antigens to phagocytes. This results in a much more efficient phagocytosis.
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