The bacterium Mycoplasma genitalium primarily inhabits the urogenital tract.Danish Medical Bulletin: Mycoplasma Genitalium Infections (February 2006)
According to the Comprehensive Microbial Resource, the complete genome of Mycoplasma genitalium has been sequenced. Additionally, Mycoplasma genitalium has the smallest genome in its taxonomic class.CMR: Mycoplasma genitalium
Taxonomic Information
- Kingdom: BacteriaCMR: Mycoplasma genitalium G-37 Genome Page
- Division: FirmicutesCMR: Mycoplasma genitalium G-37 Genome Page
- Class: MollicutesCMR: Mycoplasma genitalium G-37 Genome Page
- Order: Mycoplasmatales
- Family: MycoplasmataceaeCMR: Mycoplasma genitalium G-37 Genome Page
- Genus: Mycoplasma
- Species: Mycoplasma genitalium
Disclaimer
The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have a Mycoplasma genitalium infection, please consult your doctor.
Mycoplasma Genitalium News
- The Guardian: I am creating artificial life, declares US gene pioneer (October 6, 2007)
Mycoplasma Genitalium Clinical Trials
- ClinicalTrials.gov: Mycoplasma Genitalium Clinical Trials