A family of pore-forming beta barrel toxins first found in this species includes Panton-Valentine leukocidin and various hemolysins.
A family of pore-forming beta barrel toxins first found in this species includes Panton-Valentine leukocidin and various hemolysins. It's not pyogenes, but this organism secretes pyrogenic superantigens like TSST-1, which activate a large number of T cells. This species is most dangerous when it has acquired the SCCmec cassette. A sunburn-like rash covering the whole body can develop in one illness caused by this organism, which has been linked to the use of super-absorbent tampons. This organism is responsible for impetigo and toxic shock syndrome. Methicillin-resistant strains of this bacterium are responsible for MRSA infections in hospitals. For 10 points, name this species that is the main cause of staph infections.
A family of pore-forming beta barrel toxins first found in this species includes Panton-Valentine leukocidin and various hemolysins.
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