Escherichia coli strain KCJK8124

Escherichia coli strain KCJK8124 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium classified as a facultative anaerobe, which allows it to thrive in various oxygen conditions. Its habitat is primarily host-associated, indicating a close relationship with a range of hosts, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, and various other vertebrates, invertebrates, and plants. The strain is motile, possessing flagella, and is mesophilic, with an optimal growth temperature of 37°C. It features a typical double-membrane structure and contains a single replicon, which is characteristic of many E. coli strains. KCJK8124 is known for its pathogenicity in humans, associated with a variety of health effects. These include urinary tract infections (UTIs), gastrointestinal infections, and severe conditions such as neonatal meningitis and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). The strain has also been implicated in foodborne infections, gastrointestinal diseases, and complications such as renal failure and septicemia. The wide array of hosts and the significant health effects linked to KCJK8124 highlight its ecological role as a free-living organism that can impact a variety of biological systems. Its presence in both human and animal populations suggests that understanding this strain is crucial for public health, particularly in the context of preventing and managing infections caused by this versatile pathogen.