The Lectin Complement Cascade and the Role of MASP-2 When mannose-binding lectin recognizes an invading pathogen, it initiates the lectin complement cascade by activating MASP-2 and its ...

The mannose-binding lectin pathway can be activated by C3 hydrolysis or antigens without the presence of antibodies (non-specific immune response). In all three pathways, C3-convertase cleaves and ...

Lectins are a type of protein found in all plants and animals. Different lectins can have different effects on your health. Learn which 8 foods to eat to avoid dangerous lectins.

Thrombotic microangiopathy Inhibition of the lectin complement pathway reduces renal injury in mice with STEC–HUS Ellen Carney Nature Reviews Nephrology 12, 510 (2016) Cite this article ...

Immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy is the most prevalent glomerulonephritis worldwide that does not have a specific treatment. Its pathogenesis is complex and not well understood, but there is ...

Fortunately, it’s easy to avoid adverse effects from lectins, says Pratima Dibba, M.D., a board-certified gastroenterologist at Medical Offices of Manhattan in New York City. For example ...