How do antibodies protect the host from bacterial toxins?
A)Lysing the cell membrane of the toxins
B)Binding to the toxins to neutralize their biologic effects
C)Inhibiting the synthesis of DNA proteins needed for growth
D)Interfering with the DNA enzyme needed for replication

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To cause disease, most toxins must bind to surface molecules on the individual's cells. Protective antibodies can bind to the toxins, prevent their interaction with cells, and neutralize their biologic effects. Antibodies do not lyse the toxin cell membrane, inhibit the synthesis of DNA, or interfere with DNA replication.

How Do Antibodies Protect the Host from Bacterial Toxins