There are over 100,000 species of fungi. Many fungi are good and useful (edible mushrooms would be an example of these) while some cause problems (some fungi can injure plants and humans). Every week the IEQ Review will describe a specific microorganism, its morphological origin and potential health effects.  If you would like to know about a specific organism and/or would like it published in The IEQ Review please email Dr. Rajiv Sahay with the Environmental Diagnostics Laboratory (EDL) at Pure Air Control Services laboratory@pureaircontrols.com.

This week we will cover ...   
Alcaligenes faecalis

Alcaligenes faecalis
An aerobic, oxidase-positive, gram-negative bacillus commonly found in the environment. It is a common inhabitant of the intestinal tract of vertebrates, nematodes, and insects. It can be isolated from soil, fresh water, salt water, dairy products and rotten eggs. It rarely causes disease in humans

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