5 Questions
What is the main reason Mycoplasma pneumoniae is resistant to beta-lactam antibiotics?
It lacks a cell wall
How does Mycoplasma pneumoniae primarily spread among humans?
Through respiratory secretions
Which characteristic of Mycoplasma pneumoniae contributes to its ability to cause persistent infections in closed communities?
Slow spread over weeks
Which clinical manifestation distinguishes atypical pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae from pneumococcal pneumonia?
Slower onset and milder symptoms
Which mechanism is responsible for Mycoplasma pneumoniae's damage to the respiratory epithelium?
CARDS toxin/Cytotoxin
Test your knowledge about Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma with this microbiology quiz. Learn about the characteristics, species, and infections caused by these organisms.
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