C-Terminal Lysine Residue of Pneumococcal Triosephosphate Isomerase Contributes to Its Binding to Host Plasminogen
The main causative agent of pneumonia, <i>Streptococcus pneumoniae</i>, is also responsible for invasive diseases. <i>S. pneumoniae</i> recruits human plasminogen for the invasion and colonization of host tissues. We previously discovered that <i>S. pneumoniae</i>...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-05-01
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Series: | Microorganisms |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/11/5/1198 |