Fever, leukopenia, DIC, and hypotension caused by members of the Enterobacteriaceae family are most strongly associated with which of the following structures?
Correct Answer: Lipid A
Description: The lipopolysaccharide (LPS) of gram-negative cell walls consists of a complex lipid, lipid A, to which is attached a polysaccharide made up of a core and a terminal series of repeat units.
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