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What are the components of a classical Nalp3 'inflammasome'?

A) NLRP3, ASC, and caspase-1
B) TLR, IRAK, and MyD88
C) JAK, STAT, and IFN
D) TNF, CD40, and TRAF

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Final answer:

The components of a classical Nalp3 inflammasome are NLRP3, ASC, and caspase-1, which are responsible for the activation of pro-inflammatory cytokines.

Step-by-step explanation:

The components of a classical Nalp3 inflammasome include NLRP3, ASC, and caspase-1. The NLRP3 (NACHT, LRR, and PYD domains-containing protein 3) serves as a sensor to detect a wide range of microbial motifs, endogenous danger signals, and environmental irritants. The ASC (apoptosis-associated speck-like protein containing a CARD) acts as an adaptor protein that facilitates the interaction between NLRP3 and caspase-1. Caspase-1, also known as an inflammatory caspase, is responsible for the processing and activation of pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-1β and IL-18.

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