Bacterial Toxins and Diseases Quiz

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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?

  • Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
  • Diarrhea and cramps
  • Vomiting and nausea (correct)
  • Suppurative myositis

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?

<p>BCYE (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic appearance of Corynebacterium colonies on agar?

<p>Black halo (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which toxin is primarily associated with the development of Suppurative Myositis?

<p>Alpha Toxin PLC CpA (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these symptoms is least likely to be associated with Entero-SAg infection?

<p>Cough (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these bacteria is characterized by a Black Halo on Tellurite Coryne agar?

<p>C.perfringes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these toxins is not associated with hemolysis in blood agar?

<p>B.anthracis Toxin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these organisms is most likely to cause a foodborne illness from contaminated beaten eggs?

<p>C.perfringes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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