Anthrax protective antigen molecule. Computer model showing the structure of a molecule of protective antigen (PA) produced by anthrax (Bacillus anthracis) bacteria. Anthrax employs a suite of three proteins,collectively termed anthrax toxin,that attack target organisms. Protective antigen is the first of these and works by providing a ready-made pore (hole,centre) in its victim's cell membrane,through which the other two proteins,edema factor and lethal factor (not shown),can be delivered into the cell's interior | |
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