Escherichia coli strain FWSEC0614

Escherichia coli strain FWSEC0614 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium with a facultative anaerobic oxygen requirement, capable of growth in the presence or absence of oxygen. This strain is motile and possesses flagella, allowing for movement. It thrives optimally at a temperature of 37°C and falls within the mesophilic temperature range. FWSEC0614 is primarily host-associated, exhibiting a free-living biotic relationship. It has a wide range of potential hosts, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, Bos taurus, various Metazoa, and numerous other vertebrates and invertebrates, indicating its ecological versatility. This strain is associated with a variety of health effects, particularly in humans, where it is implicated in conditions such as urinary tract infections (UTIs), gastrointestinal infections, and neonatal meningitis, among others. The extensive list of health effects includes serious complications such as hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) and septicemia, highlighting its potential pathogenicity. The ability of FWSEC0614 to inhabit diverse hosts and its association with significant health issues underscore its ecological role as both a commensal organism and a pathogen. This duality emphasizes the importance of monitoring such strains within both clinical and environmental contexts to better understand their impact on human health and the broader ecosystem.