Medical MCQ-Which one of the following gram positive organism is most common cause of UTI among sexually active women-

Which one of the following gram positive organism is most common cause of UTI among sexually active women-

Staphylococcus epidermidis

Staphylococcus aureus

Staphylococcus saprophyticus

Enterococcus

Question Category:

Microbiology

Correct Answer:

Staphylococcus saprophyticus

Description:

Ans. is 'c' i.e., Staphylococcus saprophyticus Staph saprophyticus . Staph saprophyticus may be present on normal human skin and the periurethral area and can cause urinary tract infection, paicularly in sexually active young women. . Staph saprophyticus strains causing UTI are usually sensitive to most antibiotics, except nalidixic acid. . Staph saprophyticus is novobiocin resistant.

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