Human Health and Diseases — BIOLOGY STD 12 Science — Question
Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 ScienceBIOLOGYHuman Health and Diseases4 Marks
Question
Acute phase proteins (APPs).
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Answer
Acute phase proteins are involved in innate immune mechanism.
When there is an infection or injury, it leads to a sudden increase in concentration of certain plasma proteins, which are called acute phase proteins or APPs.
These include C Reactive Protein (CRP), Mannose binding protein, Alpha-1-acid glycoprotein, Serum Amyloid P etc.
APPs enhance host resistance, prevent tissue injury and promote repair of inflammatory lesions.
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