Microbiology – MCQ 66 – Toxins which acts by inhibiting protein synthesis

Which of the following toxins acts by inhibiting protein synthesis
A. Cholera toxin
B. Shiga toxin
C. Pertussis toxin
D. LT of enterotoxigenic E.coli

Correct answer : B. Shiga toxin

Other toxins which inhibit protein synthesis:
-Diphtheria toxin
-Pseudomonas toxin

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