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 has proteins that trigger cytotoxic T cells to kill meningeal cells
it protects N. meningitides from phagocytosis as it moves through the body
it allows N. meningitides to produce exotoxins that kill meningeal cells
it triggers widespread inflammation that leads to endotoxic shock
a.it has proteins that trigger cytotoxic T cells to kill meningeal cells
b.it protects N. meningitides from phagocytosis as it moves through the body
c.it allows N. meningitides to produce exotoxins that kill meningeal cells
d.it triggers widespread inflammation that leads to endotoxic shock
Explanation / Answer
A capsule contribute the ability of Neisseria meningitidis to cause meningitis :
b. It protects N.meningitidis from phagocytosis as it moves through the body.
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