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False regarding streptococcus pyogenes

A
Causes necrotizing fascitis
B
Beta hemolytic
C
M Protein is virulence factor
D
Resistant to bacitracin
High-Yield Explanation
A convenient method for the identification of Streptococcus pyogenes is based on Maxted's observation that they are more sensitive to bacitracin than other streptococci. Bacitracin sensitivity test: A filter paper disc of 0.04U is applied on the surface of an inoculated blood agar. After incubation, a wide zone of inhibition is seen with Streptococcus pyogenes and not with other streptococci. Reference: Textbook of Microbiology; Anathanarayan and paniker's; 10th edition; Page no: 216.

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