Question

Does E. Coli have capsules?

Answer 1

Capsule:

1. Capsules are virulence determinants.
2. The capsule is made of long polysaccharides.
3. It is a source of antibiotic resistance.
4. It enables pathogenic bacteria to invade unspecific host defenses.
5. They interfere with phagocytes and the action of complements.
6. Generally, E.coli are encapsulated.