Proteus Flashcards
1
Q
what is the biology of Proteus?
A
- Lactose Non-Fermenter
- Urease (+)
- Swarming Motility
2
Q
where is proteus normally found in the body?
A
colon
3
Q
when does proteus cause disease?
A
when it gains access to the urethra
4
Q
what is the pathogenesis of proteus?
A
- Fimbriae attaches to uro-epithelial cells
- Motility promotes migration to kidneys
- Urease will reduce urea
5
Q
how is an infection with proteus confirmed?
A
Urinalysis
6
Q
what is the clinical presentation of proteus?
A
- UTI
- Struvite Kidney stones
7
Q
how will proteus cause kidney stones?
A
by using Urease with reduces amount of urea which leads to precipitation of magnesium ammonium phosphate (struvite) and calcium
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