Which of the following statement is true about Bacteroides
It is gram positive bacilli
It is strictly aerobic
It may cause peritonitis
Presence in stool culture indicates need for treatment
It is a Gram-negative strictly anaerobic bacilli and is a common inhabitant of the intestinal tract. They may cause peritonitis. Reference: Textbook of Microbiology; Anathanarayan and paniker's; 10th edition; Page no: 264
Bacteriology