Which of the Following Statements Does Not Pertain to Streptococcus

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements does not pertain to Streptococcus pyogenes?

• A) It secretes streptokinase.
• B) It coats itself with host proteins.
• C) It causes impetigo.
• D) It is often spread from an endogenous source.
• E) It causes gas gangrene.

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Negatively Charged Particle

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