Citrobacter freundii | Bacteria

Taxonomic level
Bacteria
Proteobacteria
Gammaproteobacteria
Enterobacterales
Enterobacteriaceae
Citrobacter
Citrobacter freundii
Citrobacter freundii is considered an oportunistic pathogen, meaning that it tends to cause infections in individuals who are already ill, have compromised immune systems, or underlying health conditions. It can cause respiratory tract infections, wound Infections, gastrointestinal infections, as well as bacteremia and sepsis in severe cases. Citrobacter freundii has been also implicated in neonatal infections, particularly in premature infants. Good hygiene practices and infection control measures in healthcare facilities are essential for preventing the spread of this bacterium and reducing the risk of infections.
Assessment
Opportunist
 
6%
of Healthy Europeans have it.
 
4.85%
is the highest relative amount we have seen.
Detected in
2/7
reference groups.
Median amount detected:
Healthy Europeans
Not detected
Users, all
Not detected
Non-industrial lifestyle
0%
Users, high diversity
0%
Users, low diversity
Not detected
Overweight
Not detected
Obese
Not detected