Streptococcus bovis
Streptococcus bovis
Streptococcus bovis (/strɛptəˈkɒkəs ˈboʊvɪs/), often abbreviated as S. bovis, is a species of Gram-positive bacteria that is part of the Streptococcus genus.
Etymology
The name Streptococcus bovis is derived from the Greek words streptos, meaning "twisted", and kokkos, meaning "berry". The term bovis is derived from the Latin word for "cow", as the bacteria was first isolated from cows.
Description
S. bovis is a non-motile, non-spore-forming, coccus that is often found in pairs or chains. It is a facultative anaerobe, meaning it can grow with or without oxygen. S. bovis is also a lactic acid bacteria, as it produces lactic acid as a byproduct of carbohydrate fermentation.
Clinical significance
S. bovis is a common inhabitant of the gastrointestinal tract in humans and animals. However, it can cause disease if it enters the bloodstream, leading to conditions such as bacteremia, endocarditis, and other infections. There is also a known association between S. bovis bacteremia and colorectal cancer.
Related terms
- Streptococcus
- Gram-positive bacteria
- Facultative anaerobe
- Lactic acid bacteria
- Gastrointestinal tract
- Bacteremia
- Endocarditis
- Colorectal cancer
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Streptococcus bovis
- Wikipedia's article - Streptococcus bovis
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