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alternative pathway
alternative pathwayn. Immunology The activation of complement by direct contact with polysaccharides located on the surface of bacteria or other pathogens. In contrast to the classical pathway, the alternative pathway is a nonspecific immune response that does not rely on the presence of antibodies.alternative pathway
alternative pathwayn. Immunology The activation of complement by direct contact with polysaccharides located on yeast cells, bacteria, or protozoans. In contrast to the classical pathway, it is a nonspecific immune response that does not rely on antibodies or T cells. |