enteritidis

A veterinarian examines a young calf for signs of enteritidis.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A species of bacteria: "enteritidis" is a specific serotype (subtype) of the bacterium Salmonella enterica, commonly associated with foodborne illness in humans. It is a major cause of gastroenteritis, often transmitted through contaminated eggs, poultry, or dairy products.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The outbreak of salmonellosis was traced to Salmonella enteritidis in undercooked eggs. (The specific bacterial strain responsible for the infection.)
  • Public health officials monitor cases of enteritidis to prevent widespread contamination. (The bacterial subtype is tracked for disease control.)

Advanced Usage

• "Salmonella enteritidis": The full scientific name, used in medical and microbiological contexts.
  • Vaccination of poultry against Salmonella enteritidis reduces the risk of human infection. (Preventive measure in animal farming.)

Variants and Related Words

• Enteritis (n): inflammation of the intestines, often caused by bacteria like .
  • The patient was diagnosed with acute enteritis after consuming contaminated food. (Intestinal inflammation.)
• Enteric (adj): relating to the intestines.
  • Enteric pathogens, such as enteritidis, can cause severe digestive symptoms. (Intestinal disease-causing agents.)

Synonyms

• Salmonellosis: the disease caused by infection with bacteria, including .
• Food poisoning: a general term for illness from contaminated food, often caused by .

Related Idioms

• None commonly associated with this technical term.