E. coli (Exam 3) Flashcards
1
Q
An acute inflammatory response is a normal systemic response to infection and endotoxin. What would be indicated on a CBC in this situation?
A
leukocytosis
2
Q
(T/F) Most strains are pathogenic and have many virulence factors.
A
False - most are non-pathogenic with no virulence factors
3
Q
What are 4 possible virulence factors of E. coli depending on the strain?
A
- endotoxin
- exotoxins (enterotoxins + shiga)
- fimbriae
- hemolysin
4
Q
What is the function of fimbriae as a virulence factor in the strains of E. coli which have them?
A
adhesion and specificity
