C5a peptidase
A) is a virulence factor.
B) synthesizes C5a.
C) is produced by the host cell in response to infection.
D) is a molecule promoting chemotaxis.
E) is a virulence factor AND is a molecule promoting chemotaxis.

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C5a peptidase is a virulence factor produced by certain bacteria that can cleave and inactivate C5a, a protein involved in inflammation and immune response. By preventing the host from mounting an adequate defense, the bacteria can more easily establish infection.

C5a Peptidase