Escherichia coli strain FWSEC0132

Escherichia coli strain FWSEC0132 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that displays mobility due to the presence of flagella. As a facultative anaerobe, it can thrive in both aerobic and anaerobic environments, with an optimal growth temperature of 37°C, classifying it as mesophilic. This strain is host-associated and exhibits a free-living biotic relationship, indicating its capacity to exist independently of a host while also engaging with various host organisms. FWSEC0132 has been identified in a wide range of hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (chickens), Bos taurus (cattle), and various other vertebrates and invertebrates, such as Solanum lycopersicum (tomato), Apis mellifera (honeybee), and Cervus elaphus (elk). This diverse host range highlights the strain's ecological versatility and potential for interactions across different biological communities. Health-wise, FWSEC0132 is associated with numerous clinical conditions, particularly urinary tract infections (UTIs), gastrointestinal infections, and other serious health issues like neonatal meningitis and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). The strain's pathogenicity in humans underscores its significance in public health, as it can lead to severe outcomes including renal failure and even neonatal death. Understanding the traits of E. coli strain FWSEC0132 provides insights into its potential impacts on both human health and animal husbandry, as well as its ecological role in diverse environments where it may influence health outcomes in various species.