Question: 105. Streptokinase produced by bacterium Streptococcus is used for
(1) Curd production
(2) Ethanol production
(3) Liver disease treatment
(4) Removing clots from blood vessels
Answer: Option (4)
Explanation:
Streptokinase is an enzyme produced by the bacterium Streptococcus.
It acts as a thrombolytic agent and is used to dissolve blood clots.
Streptokinase converts plasminogen into plasmin, which breaks down fibrin clots.
This property makes it useful in treating conditions such as myocardial infarction.
Curd production is carried out by Lactobacillus.
Ethanol production is carried out by yeast.
Hence, streptokinase is used for removing clots from blood vessels.