Which of These Virulence Factors Is NOT Possessed by the Pathogen

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of these virulence factors is NOT possessed by the pathogen Neisseria gonorrhoeae?

• A)Fimbriae for attachment.
• B)Secretory IgA protease.
• C)Production of urease.
• D)Endotoxin.
• E)The ability to change surface pilin antigens.

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Definitions:

Pancreas

A gland behind the stomach that secretes digestive enzymes into the duodenum and insulin and glucagon into the bloodstream.

Liver

A large, vital organ that performs numerous functions including detoxification, protein synthesis, and the production of biochemicals necessary for digestion.

Stomach

A hollow organ in the gastrointestinal tract that plays a key role in digestion of food by churning it and mixing it with digestive acids.

Duodenum

The first section of the small intestine immediately beyond the stomach, where most chemical digestion occurs.