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Encapsulated Bacteria — List, Mechanism, and Clinical Relevance
Learn about encapsulated bacteria and how their polysaccharide capsules enable immune evasion and increased virulence. Review key examples like S. pneumoniae, H. influenzae type b, N. meningitidis, Klebsiella, and Group B Streptococcus, essential for microbiology and immunology exams.