| Description | Proteus penneri is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped microbe that thrives in mesophilic temperatures, classified as a Chemoheterotroph, which obtains its energy through the consumption of organic compounds, and can be found in various body sites of humans, including the gut, urinary tract, and skin, and is a Facultative Anaerobe, capable of surviving in both aerobic and anaerobic environments. As a Gram-negative bacterium, Proteus penneri has a unique outer membrane composition that contributes to its pathogenicity. Its rod-shaped morphology allows for efficient movement and colonization of new environments. The mesophilic temperature preference of Proteus penneri enables it to thrive in a wide range of temperatures, making it a common inhabitant of human hosts. As a Chemoheterotroph, Proteus penneri relies on the breakdown of complex organic molecules to produce energy, which is typically generated through cellular respiration. This microbe can be found in various body sites, including the gut, where it plays a role in the breakdown of complex nutrients, and the urinary tract, where it can cause infections. Proteus penneri's ability to survive in both aerobic and anaerobic environments makes it a highly adaptable microbe. Proteus penneri has been implicated in a range of infections, including urinary tract infections and sepsis, and its ability to form biofilms makes it resistant to antibiotic treatment. The bacterium's swarming behavior on agar plates is a notable characteristic, where it migrates in a coordinated manner, creating a striking pattern. |
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