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Virulence factors involved in acid tolerance
| Virulence factors | Role of virulence factors | References |
|---|---|---|
| cagA |
cagA-negative strains were more resistant to low pH than cagA-positive strains. Strains with 2 or less EPIYA-C repeats were more acid resistant |
135 136, 138 |
| dupA | dupA-positive strains possess more acid resistant capability than dupA-negative strains | 139–141 |
