Practice: What part of lipopolysaccharide (LPS) is the dangerous portion of the endotoxin during bacterial infections?
Concept #1: Endotoxin
Concept #2: Lipid A Causes Septic Shock
Practice: What part of lipopolysaccharide (LPS) is the dangerous portion of the endotoxin during bacterial infections?
Practice: What type of bacteria create endotoxins?
Practice: Lipid A is the toxic component of LPS. When pathogenic bacteria release Lipid A into the bloodstream the infected individual may experience septic shock. Lipid A represents _______.
Practice: An endotoxin:
