Klebsiella variicola strain 5012STDY7312721

Klebsiella variicola strain 5012STDY7312721 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a facultative anaerobic metabolism. It is characterized by its ability to form chains, pairs, and singles, and possesses flagella, indicating motility. This strain is mesophilic, thriving optimally at 37°C, and it has a single replicon and two membranes. K. variicola is known to have various biotic relationships, primarily exhibiting symbiotic interactions with a range of hosts including Homo sapiens, Metazoa, Ovis aries, Aporrectodea sp., and Metaphire sieboldi. This versatility in host association underscores its adaptability and potential ecological significance in diverse environments. Clinically, K. variicola strain 5012STDY7312721 is notable for its association with health issues, particularly bloodstream and urinary tract infections in humans. Its presence in multiple hosts suggests a possible role in both health and disease, indicating that while it may contribute to symbiotic relationships in some contexts, it can also be opportunistic in others, especially in immunocompromised individuals. The dual nature of K. variicola as both a symbiont and a pathogen highlights the complexity of microbial interactions within host organisms and emphasizes the importance of understanding such relationships for managing health outcomes effectively.