OspA (Outer surface protein A)

OspA (Outer Surface Protein A) is a protein found on the surface of the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, which causes Lyme disease. It helps the bacterium survive and infect hosts by allowing it to attach to and interact with the tissues of ticks and mammals. OspA also plays a role in the immune response and has been used in vaccine development against Lyme disease. Understanding OspA helps researchers develop methods to prevent or treat infections caused by this bacterium.