Dorea formicigenerans

Dorea formicigenerans is a commensal bacteria that is common to the gut, meaning it can be harmful if found outside the intestinal tract.

Taxonomic Level: Species

Family: Lachnospiraceae

Properties: Gram-positive, Anaerobic, Nonsporulating, Fermentative

Additional Information: Dorea formicigenerans directly impacts the immune system, with a positive correlation to the presence of inflammatory markers, which aids the body’s inflammatory and innate immune response. At higher levels of Dorea formicigenerans, it has been known to also increase the IFNγ levels in response to C. albicans hyphae. IFNγ is produced by specialized cells of the innate immune system.

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