Detection of hly-a gene encoding alpha hemolysin in urinary isolates of escherichia coli from tertiary care hospital in kancheepuram dist

Author: 
Reshma Harikrishnan and Gopinath. P

Alpha hemolysin is a toxin secreted by Escherichia coli causes cell death by binding with the outer membrane, with subsequent oligomerization of the toxin monomer and water-filled channels. These are responsible for osmotic phenomena, cell depolarization, and loss of vital molecules, leading to its demise. A total of 20 clinical isolates of E. coli were screened for the presence of hlyA gene by PCR. We have observed 60% positivity among our isolates. There are several virulent factors that are associated with urinary tract infections, production of alpha hemolysin one amongst those factors also play a crucial role in pathogenesis of UTI.

Download PDF: 
DOI: 
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.24327/ijcar.2017.2656.0067
Select Volume: 
Volume6