Lecture 9 - Bacteria to Counter Disease Flashcards
1
Q
Where is bacteria found in the body?
A
Everywhere, even in the brain?
2
Q
What are some methods to detect bacteria?
A
Used to use agar plates, now we use PCR or NMR, etc.
3
Q
What method do we use to detect bacteria diversity
A
mRNA sequencing allows us to see how diverse the bacteria strains are from one another
4
Q
What do heat maps infer?
A
Tell us where bacteria production is the greatest
5
Q
Where do probiotics come from?
A
Foods, drugs, medical foods, medical devices, supplements, cosmetics (only external sources)
6
Q
Why do probiotics matter?
A
They increase overall health, decrease GI infections and save babies in the NICU
7
Q
What are probiotics good at preventing?
A
NEC
8
Q
Where can be babies find probiotics?
A
In breast milk
