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| Family = [[Enterobacteriaceae]]
| Family = [[Enterobacteriaceae]]
| Genus = [[Yersinia]]
| Genus = [[Yersinia]]
| species = <i>Y. enterocolitica</i>  
| species = <i>Y. enterocolitica</i> <br>
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===Description===
===Description===

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Scanning electron microscope image of Yersinia enterocolitica. From:http://www.nbbcfood.info/foodmatters/foodsafetyatoz/images/30fsmyersinia.jpg

Etiology/Bacteriology

Taxonomy

| Domain = Bacteria | Phylum = Proteobacteria | Class = Gammaproteobacteria | Order = Enterobacteriales | Family = Enterobacteriaceae | Genus = Yersinia | species = Y. enterocolitica

Description

Pathogenesis

Transmission

Infectious dose, incubation, and colonization

Epidemiology

Virulence Factors

Clinical Features

Diagnosis

Treatment

Prevention

Prevention of Yersinia enterocolitica infection is easy if one is aware of what to avoid. The most common mode of transmission is via poultry and livestock. Thus, avoid raw or undercooked meats. Make sure that milk products are pasteurized before consumption. If raw meat must be handled, clean hands thoroughly to avoid cross-contamination. Beware of cross-contamination in the kitchen by cleaning all surfaces and appliances with soap and hot water. Animal feces may also be contaminated so dispose of all animal waste properly.

Host Immune Response

References