A genomic fragment that encompasses the PGRP-SC1a, CG14743 and PGRP-SC1b genes has been replaced by a loxP cassette containing a w+mW.hs marker.
Df(2R)PGRP-SC1 homozygous adults infected with Pseudomonas entomophila either by ingestion or by septic injury or infected with Enterococcus faecalis by injury show survival rates that are comparable to those of wild-type controls.