Ascorbic acid inhibition of Campylobacter jejuni growth.
AUTOR(ES)
Fletcher, R D
RESUMO
The inhibitory effect of ascorbic acid on Campylobacter jejuni is described. In vitro growth of clinical strains, as measured spectrophotometrically, was inhibited by 0.5 mg of freshly prepared L-ascorbic acid per ml. Alkaline-treated or aged L-ascorbic acid increased inhibition, as did copper; however, L-cysteine, L-cystine, and glutathione prevented inhibition. Biochemical analysis of the medium and cultures indicated that one or more of the oxidation products of L-ascorbic acid, e.g., L-dehydroascorbic acid or L-diketogulonic acid, were more effective inhibitors than was reduced L-ascorbic acid.
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