An immunologist is discussing endotoxin production. Which information should the immunologist include?
A) Endotoxins are produced by Gram-negative bacteria.
B) Endotoxins are produced by Gram-positive bacteria.
C) Endotoxins are produced by Gram-negative fungi.
D) Endotoxins are produced by Gram-positive fungi.

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Endotoxins are components of the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria, specifically lipopolysaccharides (LPS).

An Immunologist Is Discussing Endotoxin Production