Definition
A bacterium that is widespread in the intestines of birds, reptiles and mammals. It can spread to humans via a variety of different foods of animal origin. The illness it causes, salmonellosis, typically includes fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps. In people with poor underlying health or weakened immune systems, it can invade the bloodstream and cause life-threatening infections.
URL Name
YF-3000-3160-800
Third Level Code
YF-3000
Taxonomy Code
YF-3000.3160-800
Parent Code
YF-3000.3160
Family Code
Y
Second Level Code
YF
Fifth Level Code
YF-3000-3160-800
Fourth Level Code
YF-3000-3160
Publication Status
Draft