Zinc Exposure Promotes Commensal-to-Pathogen Transition in <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> Leading to Mucosal Inflammation and Illness in Mice
The opportunistic pathogen <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> (<i>P. aeruginosa</i>) is associated gastrointestinal (GI) inflammation and illness; however, factors motivating commensal-to-pathogen transition are unclear. Excessive zinc intake from supplements is common in humans....
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-12-01
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Series: | International Journal of Molecular Sciences |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/22/24/13321 |