Streptococcus anginosus strain NCTC10713

Streptococcus anginosus strain NCTC10713 is a Gram-positive, non-motile coccus that thrives in the gut of Homo sapiens, where it acts as a chemoheterotroph, deriving energy from organic compounds. This strain is categorized as a facultative anaerobe, allowing it to survive in both aerobic and anaerobic environments, which is advantageous in the diverse habitats within the human body. The optimal growth temperature for S. anginosus NCTC10713 is 37°C, placing it within the mesophilic temperature range. Notably, this strain does not form spores and possesses a single replicon, which is typical for many bacteria in its class. S. anginosus NCTC10713 is associated with a variety of serious health effects, including pneumonia, endocarditis, and severe systemic infections, among others. It can lead to conditions such as bacteraemia, lung abscesses, pleural empyema, and infections of the genitourinary tract. This strain's pathogenicity highlights its role in invasive infections, underscoring its significance in clinical microbiology. Understanding the habitat and pathogenic potential of S. anginosus NCTC10713 can provide insights into its ecological role within the human gut and its implications for human health. Given its association with severe infections, further research into its interactions within the host may aid in developing targeted therapies for the infections it causes.