Noordin, S Investigation of the activation of a human serum complement protein, C3, by orthopedic prosthetic particulates. [electronic resource] - Biomaterials Oct 2004 - 5347-52 p. digital Publication Type: Evaluation Study; Journal Article ISSN: 0142-9612 Standard No.: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2003.11.057 doi Subjects--Topical Terms: Biocompatible MaterialsComplement Activation--immunologyComplement Hemolytic Activity AssayComplement System Proteins--immunologyEquipment Failure AnalysisForeign Bodies--immunologyHumansJoint ProsthesisMaterials Testing--methodsParticle SizePolyethylenesPolymethyl MethacrylateProsthesis FailureTitanium