Neisseria gonorrhoeae strain GC-192

Neisseria gonorrhoeae strain GC-192 is a Gram-negative bacterium characterized by its cocci shape and arrangement in singles and pairs. This strain is an aerobic organism, meaning it requires oxygen for growth. It is mesophilic, with an optimal growth temperature of 35°C, and it possesses two membranes, indicative of its cellular structure. N. gonorrhoeae strain GC-192 does not exhibit mobility, as it lacks flagella. It has one replicon, suggesting a relatively simple genomic organization. This strain is free-living but primarily associated with hosts, particularly Homo sapiens and other mammals. The health effects linked to N. gonorrhoeae strain GC-192 are significant, as it is responsible for various infections, including gonorrhea, septicemia, eye infections, conjunctivitis, male urethritis, and disseminated gonococcal infections. These infections underscore the bacterium's pathogenic potential and its impact on human health. The ecological insight derived from the traits of N. gonorrhoeae strain GC-192 highlights its dual role as both a free-living organism and a pathogen. Its association with human hosts and ability to cause a range of infections emphasize the importance of understanding its biology for public health, especially in the context of antibiotic resistance and the management of sexually transmitted infections. The strain's capacity to thrive in human hosts while also being free-living illustrates the complex interactions between pathogenic bacteria and their environments.