Streptococcus

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Streptococcus

Microbiology

  • Catalase negative Gram-positive coccus in pairs or chains
  • Two orthogonal classifications
    • Hemolytic properties on blood agar
      • Alpha: incomplete hemolysis (appears green)
      • Beta: complete hemolysis (appears clear)
      • Gamma: no hemolysis
    • Lancefield antigen group (A-H)

Species