Which of the following is an impoant distinguishing characteristic of H. pylori as compared to Campylobacter species?: (A) Oxidase production, (B) Catalase production, (C) Urease production, (D) Curved shape
Answer is C. Both Campylobacter and Helicobacter Belong to the family Campylobacteriaceae. Both are GNspiral-shaped or comma-shaped bacteria. Catalase and oxidase positive. Urease however, is produced only by Helicobacter.