Streptococcus pyogenes, a Group A Streptococcus, is a Gram-positive bacterium causing pharyngitis and various streptococcal diseases like scarlet fever, cellulitis, and necrotizing fasciitis. It produces numerous virulence factors including streptolysins and exotoxins. Diagnosis involves cultural, microscopic, and serological tests. Treatment includes antibiotics like penicillin, and no vaccines exist currently.
Tag: Group B Streptococci
CAMP Test for Identification of Group B Streptococci
The CAMP test (named for the original authors: Christie, Atkins, and Munch-Petersen) was first used […]