Bacterial Capsule
Some bacterial cells are surrounded by viscous substance forming envelope around cell wall.
Development of capsule depend upon presence of blood, sugar high concentration, serum or growth in living host.
Function of Capsule
Protect bacteria from body's immune defense mechanism. (Antibiotic therapy)
Capsulated bacteria cause dental carries (Cavity) and UTI ( E. Coli).
It protect against lytic enzyme.
Inhibiting phagocytosis and contributes virulence of pathogenic bacteria.
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