Oyster blood proteins show potential in killing bacteria and enhancing antibiotics, researchers report.

Researchers found that proteins in oyster blood can kill certain bacteria and boost the effectiveness of common antibiotics. This discovery, published in PLOS ONE, shows promise for developing new antimicrobial therapies, especially against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. However, more research, including human trials, is needed before the proteins can be used in medicine.

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