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the third component of complement; a β protein. Split into two fragments, C3a and C3b, by C3 convertase which is triggered via the classical or alternative pathway of complement activation. An inherited deficiency occurs in Brittany spaniels and very low serum levels occur in some Finnish-Landrace lambs. See also complement.

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