Gartner's Bacillus (Noun)
Meaning
A form of salmonella that causes gastroenteritis in humans.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Researchers have been studying the outbreak of gastroenteritis caused by Gartner's bacillus to identify the source of contamination.
- Gartner's bacillus is a type of salmonella that is commonly found in poultry and can be transmitted to humans through undercooked meat.
- The patient's symptoms were consistent with an infection caused by Gartner's bacillus, which is a common cause of gastroenteritis worldwide.
- The public health department issued a warning after a cluster of cases of Gartner's bacillus infections were reported in the local community.
- Food handlers who are infected with Gartner's bacillus can spread the bacteria to others through contaminated food and water.