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Long-Term Survival of Campylobacter jejuni at Low Temperatures Is Dependent on Polynucleotide Phosphorylase Activity
3 Oct 2009
Abstract excerpt
Campylobacter jejuni is a leading cause of bacterial gastroenteritis worldwide. Infection generally occurs after ingestion of contaminated poultry products, usually conserved at low temperatures. The mechanisms promoting survival of C. jejuni in the cold remain poorly understood despite several investigations. The present study provides insight into the survival mechanism by establishing the involvement of...
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