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Lipopolysaccharide - define and cite (3) components

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Endotoxin located in the outer membrane of gram-negative bacteria. Composed of a core polysaccharide, O antigen (immunogenic component), and lipid A (toxic component). Triggers macrophage, complement, and tissue factor activations. Associated with septic shock.

Front	Lipopolysaccharide - define and cite (3) components
Back	Endotoxin located in the outer membrane of gram-negative bacteria. Composed of a core polysaccharide, O antigen (immunogenic component), and lipid A (toxic component). Triggers macrophage, complement, and tissue factor activations. Associated with septic shock.

Lipopolysaccharide Define Cite Components Endotoxin Located Outer Membrane