Siderophores Are a Virulence Factor Because They Allow the Pathogen

question 13

Multiple Choice

Siderophores are a virulence factor because they allow the pathogen to perform what action?

• A) Lyse lymphocytes.
• B) Bind the Fc region of the antibody molecule.
• C) Scavenge for free iron.
• D) Compete with the host cells for glucose.
• E) Invade host cells.

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