Microbiology – MCQ 14 – With reference to bacteriodes fragilis, the following statements are true except?

With reference to bacteriodes fragilis, the following statements are true except:
A. Bacteriodes fragilis is a frequent anaerobe isolated from clinical samples
B. Bacteriodes fragilis is not uniformly sensitive to metronidazole
C. The LPS formed by Bacteriodes fragilis is structurally and functionally different from the conventional endotoxins
D. Shock and DIC are common in bacteroides bacteremia

Correct answer : D. Shock and DIC are common in bacteroides bacteremia

Shock and DIC are not common in bacteroides bacteremia.

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