The Gauss summation formula for complex parameters \(a\), \(b\), and \(c\) is valid only when the real part of \(c-a-b\) is greater than zero, specifically stated as \text{Re}(c-a-b) > 0, and \(c\) cannot be zero or a negative integer. This condition ensures that the Gamma function \(\Gamma(c-a-b)\) remains defined and avoids singularities that would invalidate the formula. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of these constraints for the proper application of the summation formula in complex analysis.
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