About The Medical Condition Escherichia coli Adhesin

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Escherichia coli Adhesin

Escherichia coli Adhesin Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Escherichia coli Adhesin Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Escherichia coli Adhesin?

Thin, filamentous protein structures, including proteinaceous capsular antigens (fimbrial antigens), that mediate adhesion of E. coli to surfaces and play a role in pathogenesis. They have a high affinity for various epithelial cells.

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