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PorA (Class 1 Outer Membrane Protein) (PorA)

Target
PorA
Molecular classification
Outer Membrane Protein, Pore-forming protein, Porin
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Overview

PorA is a major porin protein expressed by most Neisseria meningitidis isolates. It is encoded by the porA gene and contains eight surface-exposed loops with variable regions recognized by subtype-specific antibodies. PorA induces protective bactericidal antibodies and is a major component of outer membrane vesicle (OMV)-based vaccines.

Other names
Class 1 Outer Membrane ProteinPorin A
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Mechanism of action

Antibody binding to variable regions, leading to complement activation and bacterial lysis.

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Biological functions

Nutrient uptakeSelective diffusionInduction of bactericidal antibodiesImmune response
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Disease associations

InfectionMeningitisSepticemia
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Safety considerations

Antigenic variability impacting vaccine effectivenessStrain-specific immunity

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