Which of the following statements about Neisseria gonorrhoeae is FALSE?

A. It causes disease in humans only.
B. The gonococci stick to epithelial cells via fimbriae and capsules.
C. The gonococci secrete a protease that destroys secretory IgA.
D. The gonococci induce lasting immunity.
E. Infected women are often asymptomatic.


Answer: D

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