Question

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The cell wall of gram-positive bacteria may contribute to the development of septic shock. Identify the component which is most associated with the induction of septic shock.
A. Capsular protein
B. B endotoxin
C. Peptidoglycan
D. Phospholipid
E. Teichoic acid

Answer 1

Bacterial endotoxin (or lipopolysaccharide [LPS]) is widely considered to be the principal component responsible for the induction of septic shock that often accompanies severe infection with gram-negative bacteria.