Talk:Campylobacter jejuni

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I updated this to add in difference between Skirrow and Preston agar. Can't get the reference to format right, though (jcp.bmj.com/content/35/4/462.full.pdf)... 174.26.201.103 (talk) 22:49, 10 March 2013 (UTC)

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Gram Stain Result

This is a vital piece of info about any bacteria. I'm surprised it's missing. Anyone know what it is?130.159.248.1 13:31, 8 December 2006 (UTC)

Can't believe I missed this out... I've included that it's gram negative, thanks for picking this up! -- Serephine ♠ talk - 00:49, 11 December 2006 (UTC)

Growth at 35-37 degrees Celsius

I came across this page and noticed that it says there will be no growth at 35-37 degrees Celsius. I think this is incorrect, otherwise, how could the bacteria be virulent in human hosts? Furthermore, I found this article Effect of temperature on growth and chemotactic behaviour of Campylobacter jejuni which seems to reinforce the above. I'm not a microbiology expert, by any means...so I hope I'm right and I'm not foolishly overlooking something important haha! --173.35.190.104 (talk) 23:43, 22 February 2010 (UTC)

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DNA Repair Section

The DNA Repair section seems to be somewhat extraneous. I feel it would flow better if it were a subsection to the pathogenesis section. The content is definitely important to understanding the mechanisms of action of this microorganism, however I don't believe an entire section is necessary. I am planning to make this a subsection in the pathogenesis section (not deleting the content in its entirety). Reesegroover (talk) 19:25, 4 April 2024 (UTC)

I agree with adding the DNA repair section to the pathogenesis section. This addition is essential as DNA repair is an additional pathway of pathogenesis. DNA repairs help us understand how Campylobacter jejuni's overall pathogenesis occurs at a genetic level. Nathaniel Yankey (talk) 19:35, 4 April 2024 (UTC)

After multiple research on the topic, I am changing my earlier recommendation as I do think that the DNA repair section should be its own section and placed under the pathogenesis section. This is because the mechanisms at play with regards to the DNA repair of C.jejuni is vastly different from that of the pathogenesis section. Nathaniel Yankey (talk) 23:21, 7 April 2024 (UTC)

Agreed. Sounds good with me!! Reesegroover (talk) 13:27, 15 April 2024 (UTC)

Diagnosis Section Restructure

The article's diagnosis section has been restructured and rewritten, a positive change. Firstly, the section now includes updated, rigorous, and peer-reviewed sources, which have elevated the quality of information provided and provided scientific context. Secondly, the section has been structured simply yet intelligently, improving the section's readability for both academic and lay individuals. Lastly, the section exemplifies Wikipedia's core tenets by providing fact-based information that is easily accessible. Overall, it is a phenomenal addition that transcends the confines of microbiology. Nathaniel Yankey (talk) 07:59, 9 April 2024 (UTC)

Optimal Growth for Campylobacter jejuni

This pertains to the Diagnosis section of the Campylobacter jejuni article. Upon collection, it was noted that stool samples are typically grown at 42 degrees Celsius with 5% - 10% oxygen. It is important to note that the oxygen levels for stool cultures have a more comprehensive range than the actual environment in which Campylobacter jejuni grows. This is because it is a diagnostic tool to confirm Campylobacter jejuni and other microbes. Regarding the growth conditions for Campylobacter jejuni, it is a thermophile and microaerophile. I sincerely appreciate the edits and attention you have given to the page. Your input has been constructive. Nathaniel Yankey (talk) 14:26, 9 April 2024 (UTC)

Hi, I am not sure what your point is. Having said this, when culturing campylobacter from stool samples – and I have done this thousands of times – the level of carbon dioxide is important. Your edit did not include this and focussed instead on oxygen levels. This paper Davis L, DiRita V (August 2008). "Growth and laboratory maintenance of Campylobacter jejuni". Current Protocols in Microbiology. Chapter 8: Unit 8A.1.1–8A.1.7. doi:10.1002/9780471729259.mc08a01s10. PMID 18729058. says "Optimum atmosphere for C. jejuni is 85% N₂, 10% CO₂, and 5% O₂." What does your source say? Best regards, Graham Beards (talk) 15:00, 9 April 2024 (UTC)

Thanks for the input, however my source does not go into specifics about carbon dioxide levels. Best regards, Nathaniel Y. Nathaniel Yankey (talk) 15:11, 9 April 2024 (UTC)

Then it's not a reliable source and you should use a better one such as the one I have quoted from. Graham Beards (talk) 15:19, 9 April 2024 (UTC)

I appreciate your help. I appreciate your efforts to provide me with accurate information. I will look for a reliable source that explains the growth parameters of the microbe in detail.

Also, I have a request. As you have worked with Campylobacter from stool samples for many years, do you have any images of Campylobacter in a cultured stool sample or microscopic images of the microbe? If you have any such images, I would like to know if I could use them as a visual example for this page. Thank you for your assistance.

Best regards, Nathaniel Y. Nathaniel Yankey (talk) 18:59, 9 April 2024 (UTC)