Streptococci | HARTMANN SCIENCE CENTER

Gram-positive, spherical bacteria that preferably form chains. Colonising mucous membranes in large numbers, there are apathogenic and pathogenic types. Pathogenic streptococci may trigger endocarditis, bloodstream infection, or pneumonia.

Back to overview

This might also interest you

Home

Spectrum of activity

Microorganisms are very diverse therefore it is difficult to find a disinfectant that is effective against all of them. Find out here more about the spectrum of activity of disinfectants.

Mechanism of action

The active substances of chemical disinfection procedures attack pathogens using a certain mechanism in order to kill or inactivate them. Examples: Alcohols have an unspecific mode of action. They denature all proteins, thus inhibiting...