exotoxin Definition
exo·toxin (eks′ō täk′sin)
exotoxin Usage Examples
Converse of object
produce: Gas gangrene is caused by Clostridia and the most common causative organism is Clostridium perfringens, which produces exotoxins that cause local tissue damage.
Adjective modifier
- bacterial: Bacterial exotoxins [ IRP ] Classification of bacterial exotoxins based on their mode of action at the cellular level.
- powerful: Clostridium tetani produces its clinical effects via a powerful exotoxin.
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