Campylobacter Flashcards
1
Q
Gram Rxn
A
-
2
Q
Foods associated
A
raw milk, poultry
3
Q
Optimal growth
A
42-43C
4
Q
Motility
A
Motile; single polar flagellum, darting
5
Q
Survives 2 -4 months at what temp?
A
-20C
6
Q
aw
A
0.98
7
Q
SALT:
A
- no growth greater than or equal to 2% NaCl
- may persist in refrigerated foods w/ 6.5% NaCl
8
Q
pH
A
4.9 - 9.5 (Optimum 6.5-7.5)
9
Q
Foods
A
raw milk, shellfish, watermelon, cucumbers, mushrooms
