Description
C8G is one of three polypeptides (along with C8 alpha and C8 beta) that constitutes C8, a component of the complement system. C8 participates in the formation of Membrane Attack Complex. Patients with deficiency in C8 are vulnerable to certain bacteria infection. C8gamma is a secreted protein that is able to bind retinol and belongs to the lipocalin family and calycin superfamily