Salmonella enteritidis

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Definition

Noun A specific serotype of the Salmonella bacterium, known scientifically as Salmonella enterica serotype Enteritidis. It is a pathogenic form of salmonella that is a common cause of gastrointestinal illness (gastroenteritis) in humans.

Usage

This term is used in medical, microbiological, and public health contexts to identify a specific bacterial pathogen responsible for foodborne illness. * The outbreak was traced back to eggs contaminated with Salmonella enteritidis. * Public health officials monitor cases of Salmonella enteritidis infection closely.

Advanced Usage
  • The term is often abbreviated in technical writing as S. Enteritidis.
    • The study focused on the antibiotic resistance profile of S. Enteritidis.
Variants and Related Words
  • Salmonellosis (n): The disease caused by infection with bacteria, including .
    • The symptoms of salmonellosis include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps.
Synonyms
  • S. Enteritidis (n): The standard scientific abbreviation.
  • Salmonella (n): While "salmonella" is a broader genus containing many serotypes, it is often used informally to refer to the illness-causing bacteria, including this specific type.
Notes on Different Meanings

This term has a single, specific meaning in scientific and medical terminology. It does not have general idiomatic or figurative uses. It refers exclusively to the bacterial pathogen.

Noun
  1. a form of salmonella that causes gastroenteritis in humans

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