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Enterococcus

Medical Definition: A genus of gram-positive, coccoid bacteria consisting of organisms causing variable hemolysis that are normal flora of the intestinal tract. Previously thought to be a member of the genus STREPTOCOCCUS, it is now recognized as a separate genus.
Guide Notes: "normal flora of the intestinal tract"; usually non-pathogenic
Previously Indexed: Streptococcus (1966-1991)
Enterococcus Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Enterococcus faecalis - A species of gram-positive, coccoid bacteria commonly isolated from clinical specimens and the human intestinal tract. Most strains are nonhemolytic.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Enterococcus faecium - A species of gram-positive, coccoid bacteria whose organisms are normal flora of the intestinal tract. Unlike ENTEROCOCCUS FAECALIS, this species may produce an alpha-hemolytic reaction on blood agar and is unable to utilize pyruvic acid as an energy source.

Enterococcus Medical Definitions and Terms

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