In this chapter, we have studied a number of toxins that are responsible for many of the disease symptoms associated with potent pathogens. For each of the following toxins, describe the mechanism of...

In this chapter, we have studied a number of toxins that are responsible for many of the disease symptoms associated with potent pathogens. For each of the following toxins, describe the mechanism of action on host cells in terms of the structure of the toxin, how it gains access to its target, what it does to its target, and the outcome.

A. DT

B. Shiga toxin

C. E. coli heat-stable toxin

D. Cholera toxin

E. Superantigen

F. YopE

G. Listeriolysin O