Coriobacteriaceae: Difference between revisions

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Family of bacteria

Overview[edit]

The Coriobacteriaceae are a family of Gram-positive bacteria within the phylum Actinomycetota. This family is part of the class Coriobacteriia and the order Coriobacteriales. Members of this family are known for their role in the human microbiome, particularly in the gastrointestinal tract.

Characteristics[edit]

Coriobacteriaceae are typically non-motile and non-spore-forming. They are anaerobic or microaerophilic, meaning they thrive in environments with little to no oxygen. These bacteria are known for their ability to metabolize complex carbohydrates and contribute to the fermentation processes in the gut.

Genera[edit]

The family Coriobacteriaceae includes several genera, such as:

Each genus has unique characteristics and plays specific roles in the microbiome. For example, Coriobacterium glomerans is known for its presence in the gut and its potential impact on host metabolism.

Role in the Human Microbiome[edit]

Coriobacteriaceae are significant members of the gut microbiota. They are involved in the breakdown of dietary fibers and the production of short-chain fatty acids, which are important for colon health and metabolic regulation. These bacteria also interact with the host's immune system, influencing immune response and inflammation.

Clinical Significance[edit]

Alterations in the abundance of Coriobacteriaceae have been associated with various health conditions, including obesity, inflammatory bowel disease, and cardiovascular disease. Understanding the role of these bacteria in health and disease is an active area of research.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Coriobacteriaceae''' is a family of [[bacteria]] within the order of [[Actinomycetales]]. This family of bacteria is known for its diverse metabolic capabilities and its association with the human gut microbiota.
+{{Short description|Family of bacteria}}
+{{Taxobox
+| name = Coriobacteriaceae
+| image = Coriobacterium_glomerans.jpg
+| image_caption = ''Coriobacterium glomerans''
+| domain = [[Bacteria]]
+| phylum = [[Actinomycetota]]
+| classis = [[Coriobacteriia]]
+| ordo = [[Coriobacteriales]]
+| familia = '''Coriobacteriaceae'''
+}}
-== Taxonomy ==
+==Overview==
+The '''Coriobacteriaceae''' are a family of [[Gram-positive bacteria]] within the phylum [[Actinomycetota]]. This family is part of the class [[Coriobacteriia]] and the order [[Coriobacteriales]]. Members of this family are known for their role in the [[human microbiome]], particularly in the [[gastrointestinal tract]].
-The family Coriobacteriaceae is part of the phylum [[Actinobacteria]], class [[Actinobacteria (class)|Actinobacteria]], and order [[Actinomycetales]]. It consists of several genera, including ''[[Atopobium]]'', ''[[Collinsella]]'', ''[[Coriobacterium]]'', ''[[Eggerthella]]'', ''[[Enterorhabdus]]'', ''[[Gordonibacter]]'', ''[[Olsenella]]'', ''[[Paraeggerthella]]'', ''[[Slackia]]'', and ''[[Senegalimassilia]]''.
+==Characteristics==
+Coriobacteriaceae are typically non-motile and non-spore-forming. They are [[anaerobic]] or [[microaerophilic]], meaning they thrive in environments with little to no oxygen. These bacteria are known for their ability to metabolize complex carbohydrates and contribute to the fermentation processes in the gut.
-== Characteristics ==
+==Genera==
+The family Coriobacteriaceae includes several genera, such as:
-Coriobacteriaceae are [[Gram-positive bacteria|Gram-positive]], non-spore-forming, and anaerobic. They are typically rod-shaped and can be found in various environments, including the human gut, where they play a significant role in the metabolism of dietary compounds and drugs.
+* ''[[Coriobacterium]]''
+* ''[[Atopobium]]''
+* ''[[Collinsella]]''
-== Role in Human Health ==
+Each genus has unique characteristics and plays specific roles in the microbiome. For example, ''[[Coriobacterium glomerans]]'' is known for its presence in the gut and its potential impact on host metabolism.
-Coriobacteriaceae are part of the normal [[gut flora]] in humans. They are involved in the metabolism of bile acids, steroids, and other complex molecules. Some species have been associated with health conditions such as obesity and inflammatory bowel disease, although their exact role in these conditions is not fully understood.
+==Role in the Human Microbiome==
+Coriobacteriaceae are significant members of the [[gut microbiota]]. They are involved in the breakdown of dietary fibers and the production of short-chain fatty acids, which are important for [[colon health]] and [[metabolic regulation]]. These bacteria also interact with the host's immune system, influencing [[immune response]] and [[inflammation]].
-== Research and Clinical Significance ==
+==Clinical Significance==
+Alterations in the abundance of Coriobacteriaceae have been associated with various health conditions, including [[obesity]], [[inflammatory bowel disease]], and [[cardiovascular disease]]. Understanding the role of these bacteria in health and disease is an active area of research.
-Research into Coriobacteriaceae has increased in recent years due to their potential role in human health and disease. For example, some species have been found to be more prevalent in individuals with certain diseases, suggesting a possible role in disease pathogenesis. Additionally, their diverse metabolic capabilities make them a potential target for therapeutic interventions.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Gut microbiota]]
+* [[Actinomycetota]]
+* [[Anaerobic bacteria]]
-[[Category:Bacteria families]]
+[[Category:Coriobacteriaceae]]
-[[Category:Actinobacteria]]
+[[Category:Actinomycetota]]
-{{Bacteria-stub}}
+[[Category:Gram-positive bacteria]]