what do lipoteichoic acids do
Lipoteichoic Acid Synthesis and Function in Gram-Positive Bacteria. Abstract. Lipoteichoic acid (LTA) is an important cell wall polymer found in gram-positive bacteria. Although the exact role of LTA is unknown, mutants display significant growth and physiological defects. Additionally, modification of the LTA backbone structure can provide protection against cationic antimicrobial peptides.