How does a capsule contribute the the ability of Neisseria meningitides to cause
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Question
How does a capsule contribute the the ability of Neisseria meningitides to cause meningitis?
it triggers widespread inflammation that leads to endotoxic shock
it has proteins that trigger cytotoxic T cells to kill meningeal cells
it allows N. meningitides to produce exotoxins that kill meningeal cells
it protects N. meningitides from phagocytosis as it moves through the body
a.it triggers widespread inflammation that leads to endotoxic shock
b.it has proteins that trigger cytotoxic T cells to kill meningeal cells
c.it allows N. meningitides to produce exotoxins that kill meningeal cells
d.it protects N. meningitides from phagocytosis as it moves through the body
Explanation / Answer
The capsule contribute the ability of Neisseria meningitides to cause meningitis because-
D- it protects N. meningitides from phagocytosis as it moves through the body.
As. The capsule is essential for the survival of the organism in the blood as it provides resistance to antibody and inhibits phagocytosis.
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