Acinetobacter baumannii strain AB135

Acinetobacter baumannii strain AB135 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that displays a single-cell arrangement and is classified as a chemoheterotroph, deriving its energy from organic compounds. This bacterium is strictly aerobic, requiring oxygen for growth, and exhibits mesophilic characteristics, with an optimal growth temperature of 37°C. AB135 is non-motile and possesses flagella, although it does not utilize them for movement. This strain is free-living and can inhabit multiple environments, including those associated with humans and various animals such as Gallus gallus (chickens) and Bos taurus (cattle). It possesses one replicon and is characterized by a double membrane structure typical of Gram-negative bacteria. Acinetobacter baumannii strain AB135 is recognized for its pathogenicity, particularly in humans, where it is associated with a range of severe health effects. These include bacteremia, necrotizing fasciitis, bloodstream infections, urinary tract infections, nosocomial infections, hospital-acquired pneumonia, and respiratory tract infections. It can also contaminate wounds and has been implicated in healthcare-associated infections as well as community-acquired infections. The ecological and biological implications of AB135's pathogenicity underscore its adaptability to multiple hosts and environments, which contributes to its persistence in healthcare settings and poses challenges for infection control. Understanding its traits and pathogenic potential is crucial for developing effective strategies to manage infections caused by this opportunistic pathogen.