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At what temperature do Neisseria species grow on chocolate agar?
At what temperature do Neisseria species grow on chocolate agar?
- 42°C
- 25°C
- 37°C (correct)
- 30°C
Which Neisseria species is associated with causing gonorrhea?
Which Neisseria species is associated with causing gonorrhea?
- Neisseria meningitidis
- Neisseria gonorrhoeae (correct)
- Neisseria pharyngeus
- Neisseria catarrhalis
Which Neisseria species is associated with being a commensal in the mouth and throat?
Which Neisseria species is associated with being a commensal in the mouth and throat?
- Neisseria meningitidis
- Neisseria gonorrhoeae
- Neisseria catarrhalis (correct)
- Neisseria pharyngeus
Which virulence factor of Neisseria gonorrhoeae mediates adherence to surface mucosal epithelia?
Which virulence factor of Neisseria gonorrhoeae mediates adherence to surface mucosal epithelia?
Which type of strains producing Por proteins are commonly associated with disseminated disease?
Which type of strains producing Por proteins are commonly associated with disseminated disease?
Name one virulence factor of Neisseria gonorrhoeae and describe its function.
Name one virulence factor of Neisseria gonorrhoeae and describe its function.
What is the function of Opa proteins in Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
What is the function of Opa proteins in Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
What are Por proteins and how do they contribute to the pathogenicity of Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
What are Por proteins and how do they contribute to the pathogenicity of Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
How is gonococcal ophthalmia neonatorum acquired, and what is its source?
How is gonococcal ophthalmia neonatorum acquired, and what is its source?
What is the mode of transmission for gonorrhea, and what is its association with adults and neonates?
What is the mode of transmission for gonorrhea, and what is its association with adults and neonates?
