Helicobacter pylori strain 24013

Helicobacter pylori strain 24013 is a Gram-negative, spirilla-shaped bacterium that typically exists as single cells. This strain thrives in microaerophilic conditions, requiring a reduced oxygen environment for optimal growth. Its optimal temperature for growth is around 37.0°C, which corresponds to the body temperature of its primary hosts, including humans. H. pylori strain 24013 is known to inhabit the gastrointestinal tract, illustrating its adaptation to a host-associated habitat. This unique ecological niche allows the bacterium to persist in the acidic environment of the stomach while evading the immune response of the host. The spiral shape of the bacterium, along with its motility, may facilitate its colonization and movement within the gastric mucus layer, enhancing its survival and establishment in the host environment. Given its specific adaptations to the microaerophilic conditions of the gastric environment, H. pylori strain 24013 plays a significant role in the complex interactions between gut microbiota and host physiology. Understanding the traits of this strain contributes to the broader knowledge of gastric microbial communities and their implications for gastrointestinal health.