Which one of the following is considered a virulence factor for Staphylococcus aureus?
a. Protein $A$ that binds to the $\mathrm{Fc}$ portion of $\lg G$
b. A heat stable exotoxin.
c. A heat - labile toxin that inhibits glycine release in neuron synapsis.
d. All the options are correct.

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***D*** ∻Key Concept∻ ⚹Virulence factors of Staphylococcus aureus⚹ ∻Explanation∻ ⚹Staphylococcus aureus has multiple virulence factors, including protein A that binds to the Fc portion of IgG, heat-stable exotoxins, and other toxins. Therefore, all the options provided are correct.⚹◊What role does protein $A$ play as a virulence factor for Staphylococcus aureus?⍭ Generate me a similar question◊

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