Escherichia coli strain FWSEC0379

Escherichia coli strain FWSEC0379 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that is classified as a facultative anaerobe. It exhibits mobility due to the presence of flagella and typically arranges itself in pairs or singles. This strain thrives optimally at a temperature of 37°C, fitting within the mesophilic temperature range. It possesses a single replicon and is characterized by a double membrane structure. FWSEC0379 is notably associated with various hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (chickens), Bos taurus (cattle), and several other vertebrates and invertebrates, such as Apis mellifera (honeybees) and Solanum lycopersicum (tomatoes). This diverse host range indicates the strain's ecological flexibility and its potential to interact with multiple biological systems. Health effects attributed to FWSEC0379 are significant, with implications for both human and animal health. The strain is associated with a variety of infections, including urinary tract infections (UTIs), gastrointestinal infections, and neonatal meningitis. Its pathogenicity in humans is of particular concern, linked to conditions such as hemorrhagic colitis and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), which are serious health threats. The strain's free-living biotic relationship suggests that it can adapt to various environments, which may contribute to its ability to persist and spread among different hosts. This adaptability, combined with its pathogenic potential, highlights the importance of monitoring E. coli strains like FWSEC0379 in both clinical and ecological contexts to understand their role in health and disease dynamics.