Exposure to bile influences biofilm formation by <it>Listeria monocytogenes</it>

<p>Abstract</p> <p>In the present study we demonstrate that the initial attachment of <it>Listeria monocytogenes </it>cells to plastic surfaces was significantly increased by growth in the presence of bile. Improved biofilm formation was confirmed by crystal violet stai...

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Main Authors: Begley Máire, Kerr Colm, Hill Colin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-05-01
Series:Gut Pathogens
Online Access:http://www.gutpathogens.com/content/1/1/11