Escherichia coli strain KCJK8397

Escherichia coli strain KCJK8397 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium characterized as a facultative anaerobe. It typically exists in pairs or singles and possesses flagella, allowing for mobility. This strain thrives optimally at 37 degrees Celsius and falls within the mesophilic temperature range. E. coli KCJK8397 has a single replicon and is characterized by a double membrane structure. This bacterium is host-associated and demonstrates a free-living biotic relationship. It shows a wide range of potential hosts, including Homo sapiens, various species of livestock such as Bos taurus and Sus scrofa, birds like Gallus gallus and Meleagris gallopavo, as well as several species of mammals, reptiles, plants, and even invertebrates such as Apis mellifera and Acanthamoeba castellanii. E. coli strain KCJK8397 is known to be pathogenic to humans, causing a variety of health issues. These include urinary tract infections (UTIs), gastrointestinal infections, neonatal meningitis, and severe conditions such as hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) and septicemia. The strain is also linked to foodborne infections and other diseases affecting both humans and animals. Given its ability to infect a diverse array of hosts and its association with numerous health complications, E. coli strain KCJK8397 serves as an important organism for understanding microbial pathogenicity and host interactions. Its presence in various environments emphasizes the ecological significance of E. coli in both health and disease dynamics.