Anaerobes Used in the Secondary Study
| Microorganisms | Description | Optimum Growth Temperature (°C) | Appearance in FTM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escherichia coli | Gram-negative rod; facultative anaerobe | 37 | Turbid growth |
| Staphylococcus epidermidis | Gram-positive coccus; facultative anaerobe | 35 | Turbid growth |
| Candida albicans | Yeast; facultative anaerobe | 37 | Floccular/surface pellicle |
| Clostridium sporogenes | Gram-positive, sporeforming rod; obligate anaerobe | 35 | Turbid growth |
| Bacteriodes fragilis | Gram-positive rod; obligate anaerobe | 35 | Turbid growth |