C3 Complement

Understanding C3 Complement

Complement Component 3 (C3) plays a crucial role in the body’s immune defense. It helps fight off infections and remove damaged cells. C3 is central to inflammation, pathogen recognition, and the activation of the immune response. Produced by the liver, it circulates in the bloodstream and becomes activated during immune responses.

In various autoimmune diseases and inflammatory conditions, the body may experience an imbalance in C3 levels, either through deficiency or excessive activation. Low C3 levels can...

What does C3 Complement measure?

The C3 Complement is a blood test that measures the levels of C3, a protein that plays a critical role in the immune system's complement cascade (a series of reactions in the blood which help the body's immune system clear pathogens and damaged cells). It helps diagnose autoimmune diseases,  infections and also assess immune system health.