Ureaplasma loridis
Ureaplasma loridis
Ureaplasma loridis (/jʊəriəˈplæzmə lɔːrɪdɪs/) is a species of bacteria in the genus Ureaplasma, which is part of the family Mycoplasmataceae. This bacterium is typically found in the urogenital tract of humans and can be associated with various diseases.
Etymology
The name Ureaplasma is derived from the Greek words ouron meaning urine and plasma meaning something formed or molded. The species name loridis is not well-documented in terms of its etymology.
Characteristics
Ureaplasma loridis is a small, wall-less bacterium that is capable of hydrolyzing urea. It is typically found in the urogenital tract of humans and can be associated with various diseases such as urethritis, prostatitis, and pyelonephritis.
Related Terms
- Ureaplasma: A genus of bacteria in the family Mycoplasmataceae.
- Mycoplasmataceae: A family of bacteria that lack a cell wall around their cell membrane.
- Urethritis: Inflammation of the urethra.
- Prostatitis: Inflammation of the prostate gland.
- Pyelonephritis: Inflammation of the kidney due to a bacterial infection.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ureaplasma loridis
- Wikipedia's article - Ureaplasma loridis
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