Blautia obeum A2-162

Blautia obeum A2-162 is a microbe that thrives in a temperature range of 37°C to 42°C, classified as thermophilic. It is a chemoheterotroph that derives its energy from the breakdown of organic compounds, specifically amino acids and sugars. This microbe produces energy through anaerobic respiration, utilizing alternate electron acceptors in the absence of oxygen. Gram-staining reveals that Blautia obeum A2-162 has a Gram-positive cell wall, indicating a thick peptidoglycan layer. The microbe's shape is irregular, with a long, curved, or branched cell morphology. It is found in all body sites, including the gut, skin, and respiratory tract, across all possible species. Oxygen preference is characterized as a facultative anaerobe, meaning that while it can survive in the presence of oxygen, it can also thrive in its absence. Further investigation reveals that Blautia obeum A2-162 is a crucial member of the human gut microbiome, playing a role in the breakdown of dietary polysaccharides and amino acids. It has been isolated from human faeces and shown to dominate in the gut of patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Notably, Blautia obeum A2-162 has been proposed as a potential probiotic, due to its ability to modulate the gut microbiome and alleviate symptoms of IBS. Its unique metabolic properties make it an attractive target for further research into the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders.