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The research aims to explore the genetic basis for morphotype variation in Mycobacterium abscessus clinical isolates.

May 8, 2026Open Access

Comparative genomics and molecular insights into smooth and rough clinical isolates of Mycobacterium abscessus

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The research aims to explore the genetic basis for morphotype variation in Mycobacterium abscessus clinical isolates.
Analyzed clinical isolates of Mycobacterium abscessus (MABC) for genetic variations
Identified unique genes linked to fatty acid biosynthesis
Investigated the GPL locus alongside other genetic factors
Morphotype variation in MABC cannot solely be attributed to the GPL locus
Unique genes related to fatty acid biosynthesis were discovered
Findings suggest further investigation into mechanisms differentiating morphotypes is warranted

Resumen

By analysing clinical MABC isolates, we show that morphotype variation cannot be explained by the GPL locus only. Unique genes involved in fatty acid biosynthesis were identified, informing further investigation into mechanisms distinguishing smooth and rough morphotypes of clinical MABC isolates.

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Rajender Kumar

Clara Braian

Gabrielle Fröberg

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Microbial Genomics

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Karolinska Institutet

Karolinska University Hospital

Linköping University

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