Alistipes
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MCA-BAC-000034
TaxID: 239759
| Rank: genus
Biology & Ecology
Biology
Gram Statusgram-negative
Oxygen Toleranceobligate anaerobe
Morphologybacillus (rod)
Key Traits
- non-spore-forming
- short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) producer
Ecology
Primary Nichesgut
Reservoirhuman
Clinical Profile
Pathobiont
yes
no
context dependent
unknown
Clinical Rolesprotective commensal
Typical Specimenstool
Clinical Associations:
No specific clinical associations documented.
Last reviewed: 2026-04-02
Evidence Timeline
Related Taxa
Shared Niche = same body site
Shared Risk = same vulnerable population
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