5.5.1.1 Eikenella corrodens Flashcards

1
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What are the disease causes by Eikenella corrodens?

A

Infections from FIGHTS or HUMAN BITES

Oral infections
SBE

Meningitis
pneumonia
osteomyelitis
arthritis
postoperative tissue infections
cellulitis

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2
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What is the odor for Eikenella corrodens?

A

Bleach like odor

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3
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What is the colonial characteristics?

A

Yellow colonies pitting the agar

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4
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What is the requirement for colonial appearance of Eikenella corrodens

A

Hemin or X factor

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