How Does Tsst-1 Work?

Characteristics. Toxic shock syndrome toxin 1 (TSST-1), a prototype superantigen secreted by a Staphylococcus aureus bacterium strain in susceptible hosts, acts on the vascular system by causing inflammation, fever, and shock.

How does Tsst 1 affect the body?

Characteristics. Toxic shock syndrome toxin 1 (TSST-1), a prototype superantigen secreted by a Staphylococcus aureus bacterium strain in susceptible hosts, acts on the vascular system by causing inflammation, fever, and shock.

Is Tsst 1 an enterotoxin?

Toxic shock syndrome toxin-1 (TSST-1) and staphylococcal enterotoxins (SEs) are the paradigm of a large family of pyrogenic exotoxins called superantigens (SAgs).