The major damage caused by Neisseria meningitidis is a result of
A) its invasion into the central nervous system.
B) its presence in the respiratory tract of 40% of healthy individuals.
C) its ability to be transmitted by droplets among people who live in close contact.
D) the release of lipid A into the tissues, triggering severe inflammation and DIC.
E) the fact that it can survive in cells after phagocytosis.

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Neisseria meningitidis causes major damage through the release of lipid A, a component of its endotoxin, which triggers severe inflammation and disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC).

The Major Damage Caused by Neisseria Meningitidis Is a Result