An inhibitor was designed to block a biologic function in H. influenzae. If the goal of the experiment were to reduce the virulence of H. influenzae, the most likely target would be
Correct Answer: Capsule formation
Description: The major determinant of virulence in H. influenzae is the presence of a capsule. There is no demonstrable exotoxin and the role of endotoxin is unclear. While one would expect that IgA protease would inhibit local immunity, the role of this enzyme in pathogenesis is yet unclear.
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