Escherichia coli strain E2863

Escherichia coli strain E2863 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a facultative anaerobic metabolism, allowing it to thrive in both oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor environments. This strain is characterized by its mobility, attributed to the presence of flagella, and it typically forms pairs or exists as single cells. E2863 has an optimal growth temperature of 37°C, placing it within the mesophilic temperature range. This strain is host-associated and demonstrates a diverse biotic relationship, being free-living and capable of infecting a wide array of hosts, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, Bos taurus, and various other mammals and organisms. The extensive list of potential hosts underscores the strain's adaptability and ecological versatility. E. coli strain E2863 is notably pathogenic to humans, associated with numerous health effects, including urinary tract infections (UTIs), gastrointestinal infections, and more severe conditions such as neonatal meningitis and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). The strain's ability to cause a range of diseases highlights its significance in public health and clinical microbiology. From a biological and ecological perspective, the wide host range and pathogenic potential of E. coli strain E2863 suggest that it plays a critical role in both human health and disease dynamics. Its association with various hosts also indicates possible ecological interactions, including transmission pathways and environmental reservoirs that can influence the strain's epidemiology and the emergence of antibiotic resistance.