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Function, prevalence and phylogenetic grouping of the additional ETEC virulence factors
| Gene | Protein/operon function | % Prevalence in ETEC isolates | Phylogenetic groups |
|---|---|---|---|
| clyA | Hemolysin | 93 | A, B1, B2, D/E |
| eatA | Serine protease autotransporter | 26 | A, B1, D/E |
| leoA | LT secretion | 3 | A, B1, D/E |
| tia | Outer membrane adhesin/invasin | 5 | A, B1, D/E |
| tib | Adhesin autotransporter | 16 | A, B1, B2, D/E |
