Enterobacteriaceae characteristics Flashcards

What are the general characteristics of the Enterobacteriaceae?

1
Q

Gram stain appearance?

A

Gram-negative bacilli (rods)

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2
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What do enterobacteriaceae do with nitrates (NO3)?

A

Reduce to nitrite (NO2)

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3
Q

Test for oxidase?

A

Negative

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4
Q

Metabolism?

A

Facultative anaerobes

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5
Q

Growth on MacConkey?

A

All show growth on MacConkey

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6
Q

Fermentation of glucose?

A

Positive

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