In vitro complement activation via nucleocapsid and spike proteins of SARS-CoV-2 in COVID-19 patientsThe N protein may play a larger role than spike in severe immune overreactions.#complement hyperactivation#nucleocapside#spike protein#Immune system#immune dysregulation#Inflammation#cytokines#N protein·nature.com·Oct 23, 2025In vitro complement activation via nucleocapsid and spike proteins of SARS-CoV-2 in COVID-19 patients