Growth and laboratory maintenance of Campylobacter jejuni

Curr Protoc Microbiol. 2008 Aug:Chapter 8:Unit 8A.1.1-8A.1.7. doi: 10.1002/9780471729259.mc08a01s10.

Abstract

Campylobacter jejuni is a fastidious organism, growing in microaerophilic conditions with a temperature range between 37 degrees and 42 degrees C. Multiple types of media can be used to cultivate it; however, Mueller Hinton broth and agar support the best C. jejuni growth. Optimum atmosphere for C. jejuni is 85% N2, 10% CO2, and 5% O2.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Bacteriological Techniques / methods*
  • Campylobacter Infections / microbiology*
  • Campylobacter Infections / veterinary*
  • Campylobacter jejuni / growth & development*
  • Campylobacter jejuni / isolation & purification
  • Chickens
  • Culture Media / chemistry
  • Humans
  • Incubators
  • Preservation, Biological
  • Temperature

Substances

  • Culture Media