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Complete Genome Sequence of Staphylococcus aureus CI/BAC/25/13/W, Isolated from Contaminated Platelet Concentrates in

Carina Paredes1,2, Sylvia Ighem Chi1,2, Annika Flint3

  • 1Centre for Innovation, Canadian Blood Services, Ottawa, Canada.

Microbiology Resource Announcements
|November 11, 2021
PubMed

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We sequenced the Staphylococcus aureus CI/BAC/25/13/W genome, isolated in 2013 from a contaminated platelet concentrate. This analysis revealed its complete chromosome and plasmid DNA sequences.

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Genomics
  • Medical Science

Background:

  • Staphylococcus aureus is an opportunistic pathogen.
  • Contamination of blood products poses a significant risk to patient safety.
  • Accurate identification and characterization of microbial contaminants are crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the complete genome sequence of Staphylococcus aureus CI/BAC/25/13/W.
  • To characterize the genomic features of this specific isolate.
  • To provide genomic data for potential future studies on Staphylococcus aureus contamination events.

Main Methods:

  • Whole-genome sequencing of Staphylococcus aureus CI/BAC/25/13/W.
  • Bioinformatic analysis to assemble and annotate the genome.
  • Plasmid DNA sequencing and characterization.

Main Results:

  • The genome sequence of Staphylococcus aureus CI/BAC/25/13/W was successfully obtained.
  • The genome comprises a chromosome of 2,719,347 base pairs.
  • A single plasmid of 1,533 base pairs was identified and sequenced.

Conclusions:

  • The genome sequence provides a comprehensive genetic blueprint of the Staphylococcus aureus isolate.
  • This data contributes to the understanding of Staphylococcus aureus strains relevant to healthcare settings.
  • Further research can utilize this genomic information to investigate virulence factors and antibiotic resistance mechanisms.

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