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Serratia

Medical Definition: A genus of gram-negative, facultatively anaerobic, rod-shaped bacteria that occurs in the natural environment (soil, water, and plant surfaces) or as an opportunistic human pathogen.
Guide Notes: in water, soil, food; infection = SERRATIA INFECTIONS
Serratia Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Serratia liquefaciens - A species of gram-negative bacteria in the genus SERRATIA found in plants and the DIGESTIVE TRACT of rodents. It is the most prevalent Serratia species in the natural environment.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Serratia marcescens - A species of gram-negative, facultatively anaerobic, rod-shaped bacteria found in soil, water, food, and clinical specimens. It is a prominent opportunistic pathogen for hospitalized patients.

Serratia Medical Definitions and Terms

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