Exotoxins:
A)are soluble substances secreted into the host bloodstream
B)buildup after antibiotic treatment
C)require the bacteria to die or divide
D)consist of lipopolysaccharide (LPS)

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Exotoxins are soluble substances secreted by bacterial cells into the host bloodstream during bacterial infections. They can be extremely potent and can cause a range of symptoms and diseases, including fever, shock, and tissue destruction. Examples of exotoxins include botulinum toxin, cholera toxin, tetanus toxin, and diphtheria toxin.