Staphylococcus aureus strain YNSA382

Staphylococcus aureus strain YNSA382 is a Gram-positive bacterium characterized by its cocci shape and arrangement in clusters or singles. It is a facultative anaerobe, allowing it to thrive in both aerobic and anaerobic environments, and it exhibits no mobility due to the absence of flagella. This strain is primarily host-associated, with a wide range of potential hosts including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, Bos taurus, and various other mammals and birds. The optimal temperature for S. aureus YNSA382 is 3°C, categorizing it as mesophilic, and it possesses a single membrane and one replicon. This strain is noted for its significant pathogenic potential, causing a variety of serious health effects in both humans and animals. Reported health issues include vertebral osteomyelitis, bacteremia, pneumonia, and skin and soft tissue infections, among others. It has been implicated in nosocomial infections and can lead to complications such as septicemia and toxic shock syndrome. Ecologically, S. aureus YNSA382's free-living nature suggests it can exist independently of a specific host, potentially contributing to its spread and incidence of infections across diverse animal populations and humans. This adaptability highlights the importance of monitoring this strain in both clinical and agricultural settings to mitigate its impact on health and food safety.