Helicobacter pylori UM065

Gram-negativeSpirillaNon-motileMicroaerophilic

Kingdom

Pseudomonadati

Phylum

Campylobacterota

Class

Epsilonproteobacteria

Order

Campylobacterales

Family

Helicobacteraceae

Genus

Helicobacter

Description

Helicobacter pylori UM065 is a Gram-negative bacterium characterized by its microaerophilic nature and distinctive spirilla shape. This organism is typically found in host-associated habitats, specifically within the gastrointestinal tract of mammals, where it plays a role in various ecological interactions. H. pylori UM065 is non-motile and possesses flagella, which may contribute to its ability to navigate through the viscous environment of the stomach. This bacterium is mesophilic, with an optimal growth temperature of 37°C, aligning closely with the body temperature of its hosts. H. pylori UM065 has a unique cellular structure, featuring two membranes and a single replicon, which is typical of Gram-negative bacteria. Its biotic relationship is categorized as free-living, suggesting that it can survive independently but often resides in association with a host. The presence of H. pylori in the gastrointestinal tract has significant implications for human health, as it is associated with conditions such as gastritis and peptic ulcers. The ecological insight into H. pylori UM065 emphasizes its adaptability to a microaerophilic environment and its reliance on host interactions for survival and replication. The accession number for this strain is AUSM00000000.1, providing a reference for further research and exploration of its specific traits and behaviors.

Taxonomy

KingdomPseudomonadati
PhylumCampylobacterota
ClassEpsilonproteobacteria
OrderCampylobacterales
FamilyHelicobacteraceae
GenusHelicobacter
SpeciesHelicobacter pylori
StrainUM065

Profile

Physiology
Gram staining propertiesNegative
ShapeSpirilla
MobilityNo
Flagellar presenceYes
Number of membranes2
Image of Helicobacter pylori UM065
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Ecology, Host, and Life Cycle
Oxygen requirementsMicroaerophilic
Optimal temperature37
Temperature rangeMesophilic
HabitatHostAssociated
Biotic relationshipFree living
Host(s)Not Available
Cell arrangementSingles
SporulationNot Available
Energy sourceNot Available
PathogenicityNot Available

Genome Summary

Helicobacter pylori UM065 contig9, whole genome shotgun sequence.

Gene Summary

Adenine Count

487402 bp

Thymine Count

482063 bp

Guanine Count

310191 bp

Cytosine Count

306997 bp

Genome Length

1586653 bp

Protein-coding Genes

1524 genes

Non-Coding Genes

47 genes

# of Chromosomes/Plasmids

1

Genes

NameLocus TagUniProt IDStrand OrientationGene Start/EndProtein Molecular Weight
short-chain fatty acid transporterN200_05310Not AvailableNegative579415 - 58077948990.3
succinyl-coa:3-ketoacid-coa transferaseN200_05315Not AvailableNegative580798 - 58142122201.2
succinyl-coa:3-ketoacid-coa transferaseN200_05320Not AvailableNegative581418 - 58211625310.8
acetyl-coa acetyltransferaseN200_05325Not AvailableNegative582127 - 58330241206.0
polysaccharide biosynthesis proteinN200_05330Not AvailableNegative583582 - 58439431438.5
iron transporterN200_05335Not AvailablePositive584525 - 58645971570.8
ligand-gated channelN200_05340Not AvailablePositive586707 - 58901087531.7
flagellar biosynthesis protein flipN200_05345Not AvailableNegative589049 - 58979527841.6
hypothetical proteinN200_05350Not AvailableNegative589774 - 5898904706.99
n-acetylglucosamine-1-phosphate uridyltransferaseN200_05355Not AvailablePositive589877 - 59117847852.9

Displaying genes 581 – 590 of 1571 in total

Pathways

0 pathways

No pathways found

No metabolic pathways have been associated with this bacterium yet.

Metabolites

0 records
Metabolite IDMetabolite nameStructureCAS number
No metabolites foundTry different search terms or mass values.

Displaying 0 metabolites

Health Effects

No health effects information available for this bacterium.