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A large molecule consisting of lipids and sugars joined by chemical bonds. It is a major component of the cell wall of gram\u2010negative bacteria, a type of endotoxin, and an important group\u2010specific antigen.<\/p>\n

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Substance consisting of polysaccaride and lipid.<\/p>\n

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Bacterial derived antigenic material that promotes an immune response in animals and humans.<\/p>\n

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A complex molecule containing both a lipid and a polysaccharide component. Lipopolysaccharides are constituents of the cell walls of Gram-negative bacteria and are important in determining the antigenic properties of these bacteria.<\/p>\n

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