4 Questions
Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of Staphylococci compared to Streptococci?
Oxidase negative & catalase positive
Where are Staphylococci commonly found as part of the normal flora in humans?
Skin, nose, respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts
Which species is a major staphylococcal pathogenic species for humans?
S. aureus
How is Staphylococcus primarily transmitted from human to human?
Inhalation of respiratory secretions or consumption of contaminated food
Study Notes
Staphylococci vs Streptococci
- A distinguishing feature of Staphylococci compared to Streptococci is their ability to form clusters.
Normal Flora in Humans
- Staphylococci are commonly found as part of the normal flora in humans on the skin and in the nose.
Pathogenic Species
- Staphylococcus aureus is a major staphylococcal pathogenic species for humans.
Transmission
- Staphylococcus is primarily transmitted from human to human through direct contact with infected skin lesions or contaminated fomites.
Test your knowledge about the general features and medical importance of Staphylococci and Streptococci, two important types of Gram-positive cocci with medical significance to humans.
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