Campylobacter jejuni strain SO-37 113

Campylobacter jejuni strain SO-37 113 is a Gram-negative, microaerophilic bacterium characterized by its spirilla shape and the presence of flagella, which facilitates its motility in a free-living state. This strain is heterotrophic, relying on organic compounds for energy, and is mesophilic, thriving at optimal temperatures of 0°C within a broader temperature range. It possesses a single replicon and features a double-membrane structure typical of many Gram-negative bacteria. The strain is known to inhabit multiple environments and exhibits a unique biotic relationship with various hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (domestic chickens), Bos taurus (cattle), Bos (bovines in general), Ovis aries (sheep), Phasianidae (pheasants), Canis lupus familiaris (domestic dogs), and Felis catus (domestic cats). This wide host range underscores its ecological adaptability and potential for cross-species transmission. In terms of health effects, C. jejuni strain SO-37 113 is associated with several serious illnesses, including bacteremia, bloodstream infections, urinary tract infections, gastroenteritis, and various diarrheal diseases. Notably, it can lead to Campylobacteriosis, a significant foodborne infection, and has been linked to Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS), an autoimmune condition that can arise following infection. The ecological insight from this strain's diverse host interactions highlights its role in the transmission of enteric diseases, emphasizing the importance of monitoring and managing Campylobacter infections in both human and animal populations to reduce the incidence of foodborne gastroenteritis and related health complications.