How Do Group a Streptococci Camouflage Themselves from White Blood

question 41

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 grow in chains or pairs.
• C) they produce streptokinase, which breaks down blood clots.
• D) they have hyaluronic acid capsules.
• E) they have a coating of protein M.

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