Extracellular matrix as a microbial virulence factor in the development of human diseases
Extracellular polymers which build a biofilm matrix possess a complicated structure, where the polysaccharide fraction, composed of homo- or heteropolysaccharides, is the largest. Other important components are proteins, eDNA, glycoproteins and lipids. The matrix has a protective function against th...
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| Language: | English |
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Index Copernicus International S.A.
2015-12-01
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| Series: | Postępy Higieny i Medycyny Doświadczalnej |
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| Online Access: | http://phmd.pl/gicid/01.3001.0009.6618 |