Akkermansia [Akkermansia]

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Definition

A genus of gram-negative, anaerobic bacteria in the phylum VERRUCOMICROBIA and the family Akkermansiaceae. This genus includes the species Akkermansia muciniphila which is known for residing in the human intestinal tract and having effects on human metabolism.

DUI
D000086102 MeSH Browser
CUI
M000731887
Previous indexing
Verrucomicrobia (2004-2020)
History note
2021
Public note
2021

B Organisms
B01 Eukaryota 418
B02 Archaea 62
B03 Bacteria 2 122
B03.440.930 Verrucomicrobia 2
B03.440.930.500 Akkermansia 1
B04 Viruses 641