What are Some Catalytic Processes in the Innate Immune Response?
One key catalytic process is the [generation of reactive oxygen species](#) (ROS) by enzymes like NADPH oxidase. ROS are highly reactive molecules that can destroy pathogens. Another example is the action of [lysozyme](#), an enzyme that catalyzes the breakdown of bacterial cell walls. The [complement system](#), a series of protein interactions that help to clear pathogens, also involves multiple catalytic steps.