Chlamydia trachomatis: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Chlamydia trachomatis is a gram-negative bacterium and is an important human pathogen known for causing several diseases. It is an obligate intracellular bacterium, meaning it can only survive and reproduce inside host cells. C. trachomatis primarily infects epithelial cells of the mucous membranes in …

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Streptococcus agalactiae: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Streptococcus agalactiae, also known as Group B Streptococcus (GBS), is a Gram-positive bacterium that belongs to the Streptococcaceae family. It is a significant human pathogen and is commonly found in the gastrointestinal and genitourinary tracts of healthy adults. While it may not cause any …

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