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What is the primary target of Alpha Toxin in relation to Gas Gangrene?
What is the primary target of Alpha Toxin in relation to Gas Gangrene?
- Gastrointestinal epithelial cells
- Immune cells
- Nerve cells
- Muscle cells (correct)
Which of the following is a symptom of Beta Toxin infection?
Which of the following is a symptom of Beta Toxin infection?
- Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
- Diarrhea and cramps
- Vomiting and nausea (correct)
- Suppurative myositis
What is the primary mechanism of action of Entero-SAg?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Entero-SAg?
- Production of hydrogen peroxide
- Inhibition of gut motility
- Stimulation of intestinal secretion (correct)
- Binding to stomach acid
Which of the following media is used for the growth of Corynebacterium?
Which of the following media is used for the growth of Corynebacterium?
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What is the characteristic appearance of Corynebacterium colonies on agar?
What is the characteristic appearance of Corynebacterium colonies on agar?
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Which toxin is primarily associated with the development of Suppurative Myositis?
Which toxin is primarily associated with the development of Suppurative Myositis?
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Which of these symptoms is least likely to be associated with Entero-SAg infection?
Which of these symptoms is least likely to be associated with Entero-SAg infection?
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Which of these bacteria is characterized by a Black Halo on Tellurite Coryne agar?
Which of these bacteria is characterized by a Black Halo on Tellurite Coryne agar?
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Which of these toxins is not associated with hemolysis in blood agar?
Which of these toxins is not associated with hemolysis in blood agar?
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Which of these organisms is most likely to cause a foodborne illness from contaminated beaten eggs?
Which of these organisms is most likely to cause a foodborne illness from contaminated beaten eggs?
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