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Complement Receptors

Complement receptors are molecules found on the surface of cells of the body's immune system which are responsible for binding to proteins in the bloodstream known as the complement system. These receptors allow the body to identify and attack foreign substances such as bacteria and viruses, and play a critical role…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 1 peer-reviewed article cited Cited 4× across the literature 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Complement receptors are molecules found on the surface of cells of the body's immune system which are responsible for binding to proteins in the bloodstream known as the complement system. These receptors allow the body to identify and attack foreign substances such as bacteria and viruses, and play a critical role in the body's process of immunity. Complement receptors are found on a variety of immune cells, including macrophages, neutrophils, and mast cells, and their presence is essential for a healthy functioning immune system. By recognizing and responding to the presence of harmful substances, these receptors also allow for the regulation of inflammation, helping to protect the body from disease. As such, understanding the structure and role of complement receptors can aid in the development of new therapeutic treatments for a range of diseases.

Research published in this journal

1 peer-reviewed article, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

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The 1 article above has been cited 4 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Oct 2025.

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Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Inflammation Research.

Journal editorial board
Thomas Boldicke · Germany Graziella Curtale · Italy Frederic Velard · France

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