Which step(s) of phagocytosis are avoided by Streptococcus pyogenes?

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Streptococcus pyogenes has various proteins on its surface that prevent recruitment of phagocytes and obstruct recognition and attachment of phagocytes to the bacterial surface. However, phagolysosome formation and lysis are natural parts of phagocytosis, and S. pyogenes cannot avoid these steps. Therefore, choice C is the correct answer, as it lists the two steps that S. pyogenes avoids (recruitment of phagocytes and recognition and attachment).

Which Step(s) of Phagocytosis Are Avoided by Streptococcus Pyogenes