Which S Aureus Virulence Factor Is Not Correctly Matched with Its

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which S. aureus virulence factor is not correctly matched with its function?

• A) Capsule-avoiding phagocytosis.
• B) Hyaluronidase-facilitates spread in tissues.
• C) Protein A-interferes with opsonization.
• D) α-Toxin-makes holes in host cell membranes.
• E) Leukocidin-kills erythrocytes.

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