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| Growth
Temperature: |
| 37oC (5% CO2) |
| Gram
Stain: |
| Abiotrophia defectiva is Gram stain positive |
| Respiration: |
| Abiotrophia defectiva is anaerobic |
| Motility: |
| Abiotrophia defectiva is non-motile |
| Taxonomic lineage: |
| Bacteria; Firmicutes; Bacilli; Lactobacillales; Aerococcaceae; Abiotrophia |
| Industrial uses or economic implications: |
| None known |
| Miscellaneous: |
| Synonym: Streptococcus defectivus |
| Human health and disease: |
| In rare occasions Abiotrophia defectiva can cause infective endocarditis. |
Disclaimer: This information is presented as is. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information, please check current reference material prior to growth or handling of microorganisms.
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