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Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of Staphylococci compared to Streptococci?
Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of Staphylococci compared to Streptococci?
- Oxidase positive & catalase negative
- Spore forming
- Motile and capsulated
- Oxidase negative & catalase positive (correct)
Where are Staphylococci commonly found as part of the normal flora in humans?
Where are Staphylococci commonly found as part of the normal flora in humans?
- Hair, mouth, urinary and reproductive tracts
- Eyes, ears, circulatory and lymphatic systems
- Skin, nose, respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts (correct)
- Muscles, bones, endocrine and exocrine glands
Which species is a major staphylococcal pathogenic species for humans?
Which species is a major staphylococcal pathogenic species for humans?
- S. albus
- S. epidermidis
- S. saprophyticus
- S. aureus (correct)
How is Staphylococcus primarily transmitted from human to human?
How is Staphylococcus primarily transmitted from human to human?
Flashcards
Staphylococci vs Streptococci: Key Difference?
Staphylococci vs Streptococci: Key Difference?
Staphylococci are catalase positive, while Streptococci are oxidase negative.
Where do Staphylococci live?
Where do Staphylococci live?
Staphylococci are commonly found on the skin, in the nose, and in the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts as part of the normal human flora.
Most Dangerous Staphylococcus?
Most Dangerous Staphylococcus?
S. aureus is the major staphylococcal pathogenic species for humans.
How is Staphylococcus spread?
How is Staphylococcus spread?
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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.
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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.
