UTI Bugs Flashcards
1
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Escherichia coli
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LEADING cause of UTI. colonies show metallic sheen on EMB agar.
2
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Staphylococcus saprophyticus
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2nd leading cause of community acquired UTI in sexually active women. (Nitrite NEGATIVE)
3
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Klebsiella pneumoniae
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3rd leading cause of UTI. Large mucoid capsule and viscous colonies.
4
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Serratia marcescens
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Some strains produce a red pigment, often nosocomial and drug resistant.
5
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Enterobacter cloacae
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Usuall nosocomial and drug resistant.
6
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Proteus mirabilis
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Motility causes “swarming” on agar. Produces urease. Associated with struvite stones.
7
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Pseudomonas aeruginosa
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Blue-green pigment and fruity odor. Usually nosocomial and drug resistant.
