Shiga-like toxin
（重定向自Shigella toxin）
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Shiga-like toxin, also known as verotoxin, is a toxin generated by some strains of Escherichia coli (but see below). It is named for its similarity to the AB5-type Shiga toxin produced by the bacteria Shigella dysenteriae (see Vero cell).
There are two types, known as SLT1 and SLT2.