Which of the Following Is an Iron-Binding Protein Produced by Pathogens

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an iron-binding protein produced by pathogens to access the body's store of iron?

• A) gastroferritin
• B) lactoferrin
• C) ferritin
• D) transferrin
• E) siderophores

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