Staphylococci saprophyticus Flashcards
1
Q
General properties
A
Gram + Cocci in clusters
Catalase positive
alpha hemolytic
Does not ferment mannitol
Coagulase -
urease +
Novobiocin resisitant
2
Q
Where does it live?
A
GIT colonizer
3
Q
Transmission
A
fecal- genitourinary
4
Q
Diseases
A
Honeymoon cystitis
Acute bacterial prostatitis
UTI (2nd most common cause in sexually active women 13-40 y/o)
5
Q
Virulence Factors
A
None
