Bacterial Infections Flashcards
1
Q
State the type of infection caused by Campylobacter
A
Food and water borne infections from undercooked poultry (affects 0-4)
2
Q
State the type of infection caused by Salmonella
A
Food and water borne infections from undercooked poultry (affects kids)
3
Q
Which cells do Listeria monocytogenes affect?
A
Non-phagocytic cells
4
Q
What is special about Listeria monocytogenes that makes it a good target for research?
A
It can cross tight barriers, such as the placenta, BBB and intestinal barrier
