Campylobacter jejuni strain 18-164

Campylobacter jejuni strain 18-164 is a Gram-negative bacterium characterized by its spirilla shape and microaerophilic oxygen requirement. This strain is heterotrophic and exhibits a cellular arrangement primarily in singles and chains. It possesses flagella, which aids in its motility, although specific mobility traits are not detailed. The strain thrives in mesophilic temperature ranges, with an optimal temperature of 0 °C, although the exact implications of this optimal temperature require further context. Campylobacter jejuni strain 18-164 is known to have a single replicon and is double-membraned, consistent with its classification within the Proteobacteria phylum. This bacterium is free-living and has a diverse range of hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (chickens), Bos taurus (cattle), Ovis aries (sheep), members of the Phasianidae family (game birds), Canis lupus familiaris (domestic dogs), and Felis catus (domestic cats). The ability to infect multiple hosts suggests a significant ecological versatility and potential for zoonotic transmission. Clinically, Campylobacter jejuni strain 18-164 is associated with various health effects, including gastroenteritis, bacteremia, urinary tract infections, and even severe conditions like Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS). This highlights its role as a significant pathogen in foodborne infections and enteric diseases. The ecological relationships this strain maintains with both domestic and wild animals underscore its importance in the transmission of Campylobacteriosis, contributing to public health concerns regarding food safety and zoonotic diseases.