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[AERA_AERHY] Aerolysin is a cytolytic toxin exported by the Gram negative Aeromonas bacteria. The mature toxin binds to eukaryotic cells and aggregates to form holes approximately 3 nm in diameter, leading to destruction of the membrane permeability barrier and osmotic lysis.