Toxin production

Toxin production refers to the process by which certain microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungi, generate harmful substances called toxins. These toxins can interfere with normal biological functions, causing illness or disease when introduced into the body. Microbes produce toxins as part of their survival or growth strategies, sometimes to inhibit other organisms or defend their environment. Understanding toxin production is important in health, food safety, and medicine, as it helps in preventing and managing infections caused by toxin-producing microbes.