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BBS2001 Threats and Defence Mechanisms

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How do the beta-lactams work?

Author: Mirte Schattorie



Answer:

They target the cell wall synthesis by binding to the penicillin-binding proteins, which inhibits the assembly of peptidoglycan. this causes lysis and cell death


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