Mesh term Enterococcus
Browse to parent terms:Enterococcaceae
Description
A genus of gram-positive, coccoid bacteria consisting of organisms causing variable hemolysis that are normal flora of the intestinal tract. Previously thought to be a member of the genus STREPTOCOCCUS, it is now recognized as a separate genus.Browse to child terms:
Enterococcus faecalis
Enterococcus faecium
Enterococcus hirae
Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci
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