How Do Group a Streptococci Camouflage Themselves from White Blood

question 21

Multiple Choice

How do group A streptococci camouflage themselves from white blood cells?

• A) They produce coagulase, allowing the bacteria to hide within blood clots.
• B) They have protein M in their capsule, which destabilizes complement and interferes with opsonization.
• C) They grow in chains or pairs.
• D) They have hyaluronic acid capsules.
• E) They produce streptokinase, which breaks down blood clots.

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