In Corynebacterium diphtheria
Correct Answer: Toxigenicity is mediated by chromosomal change
Description: • Diphtheria acts by its toxin and invasion is not seen.
• Elekc gel precipitation test is done for determination of pathogenicity of diphtheria.
• Metachromatic granules are seen also called as Babes earnest granules. Bacteriophages (extra-chromosomal) are responsible for toxigenicity by phage conversion.
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