Acinetobacter pittii strain TG41230

Acinetobacter pittii strain TG41230 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium characterized as a chemoheterotrophic aerobe. This organism is free-living and typically exists in single-cell arrangements. Its optimal growth temperature is 37°C, positioning it within the mesophilic temperature range. Acinetobacter pittii strain TG41230 has a notable structure, consisting of two membranes and a single replicon, and it possesses flagella, indicating potential motility, although it is reported to be non-motile. This strain is significant in clinical settings, being associated with various health effects, including pneumonia, peritonitis, bloodstream infections, and other nosocomial infections primarily occurring in healthcare facilities. It has been identified in multiple hosts, including humans (Homo sapiens), domestic cats (Felis catus), and the opium poppy (Papaver somniferum), suggesting its adaptability and potential environmental resilience. The presence of Acinetobacter pittii strain TG41230 in diverse habitats and its ability to cause serious infections in healthcare contexts underscores its role as an opportunistic pathogen. Its association with both animal and plant hosts also highlights its ecological versatility, indicating that understanding its ecology may be essential for managing its impact on human health, particularly in hospital environments where infections are prevalent.