Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans serotype b str. SCC1398

Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans serotype b str. SCC1398 is a nonsporulating, Gram-negative rod that thrives at an optimal temperature of 37.0°C and is classified as a facultative anaerobe. This microbe exhibits chemoheterotrophic metabolism, utilizing organic compounds as energy sources. Its natural habitat is primarily within the host gut, where it may play a role in the complex microbiota. The combination of its Gram-negative cell wall structure and rod-shaped morphology suggests a potential for specific interactions with host tissues and other microbial species. As a facultative anaerobe, A. actinomycetemcomitans serotype b str. SCC1398 can adapt to varying oxygen levels, which may facilitate its survival in diverse microenvironments within the gut. This adaptability, along with its metabolic capabilities, may contribute to its ecological niche, potentially influencing gut health and microbial community dynamics. Understanding the interactions and roles of A. actinomycetemcomitans serotype b str. SCC1398 within the gut microbiome could provide insights into its contributions to host physiology and the maintenance of microbial homeostasis.