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Genome Sequence of Proteus mirabilis Strain PR03, Isolated from a Local Hospital in Malaysia

M I H Khalid1, L K Teh, L S Lee

  • 1Pharmacogenomics Centre (PROMISE), Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Malaysia, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.

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|June 25, 2013
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This study presents the draft genome sequence of Proteus mirabilis strain PR03, a common cause of urinary tract infections in vulnerable patient groups. Understanding this pathogen

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Genomics

Background:

  • Proteus mirabilis is a significant pathogen causing urinary tract infections (UTIs).
  • Elderly individuals and long-term catheterized patients are particularly susceptible to P. mirabilis UTIs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report the draft genome sequence of Proteus mirabilis strain PR03.
  • To provide genomic data for a strain isolated in Malaysia.

Main Methods:

  • Whole-genome sequencing of Proteus mirabilis strain PR03.
  • Bioinformatic analysis of the resulting genome sequence.

Main Results:

  • A draft genome sequence for P. mirabilis PR03 was obtained.
  • The genome size is 3,932,623 base pairs.
  • The G+C content of the genome is 38.6%.

Conclusions:

  • The availability of this draft genome sequence aids in understanding P. mirabilis pathogenesis.
  • This genomic resource can contribute to future research on P. mirabilis and UTI prevention.

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