Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_IT151

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_IT151 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits facultative anaerobic metabolism. It is classified as a chemoheterotroph, utilizing organic compounds for energy. This strain is capable of mobility, possessing flagella, and typically arranges itself in chains, pairs, or as singles. Its optimal growth temperature is 37°C, which aligns with its classification as mesophilic. EuSCAPE_IT151 is known to be associated with various hosts, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, and several other metazoans, indicating its ability to inhabit diverse biological environments. Its pathogenic potential in humans is significant, as it is associated with a range of serious health conditions, including bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and sepsis, among others. The bacterium is nonsporulating and has a single replicon with two membranes. The presence of Klebsiella pneumoniae in various hosts suggests an ecological versatility that may contribute to its survival and transmission. Its ability to cause infections across different species underscores its role as a significant opportunistic pathogen. In a broader biological context, the pathogenicity of EuSCAPE_IT151 exemplifies the complexities of host-pathogen interactions and the potential for zoonotic transmission, highlighting the importance of monitoring and understanding such microbial strains in both clinical and environmental settings.