Pseudomonas
Pseudomonas
Pseudomonas (pronunciation: soo-duh-moh-nuhs) is a genus of bacteria, which is widely distributed in the environment.
Etymology
The term "Pseudomonas" is derived from the Greek words "pseudo," meaning false, and "monas," meaning a single unit. It was first described by Walter Migula in 1894.
Description
Pseudomonas is a type of Gram-negative bacteria that is rod-shaped and can exist as free-living organisms in various types of environments, including soil, water, and plant and animal tissues. Some species of Pseudomonas are pathogenic to plants and animals, including humans. The most well-known species is Pseudomonas aeruginosa, which can cause infections in humans, particularly in those with weakened immune systems.
Related Terms
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa: A species of Pseudomonas that is an opportunistic human pathogen.
- Gram-negative bacteria: A group of bacteria that do not retain the crystal violet stain used in the Gram staining method of bacterial differentiation.
- Pathogen: An organism that causes disease.
- Opportunistic infection: An infection caused by pathogens that take advantage of an opportunity not normally available, such as a host with a weakened immune system.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pseudomonas
- Wikipedia's article - Pseudomonas
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