Answer to Question #240750 in Cell Biology for Morr

Question

What will happen to the human body system when a microorganism invading the body lacks the inherent ability to activate complement or bind to phagocytes?(12)

Answer 1

If a microorganism invading the body lacks the inherent ability to activate complement or bind to phagocytes, then the body will not recognize it and no immune response will be generated. The microorganism will be able to multiply and survive in the body and cause disease.