Table 8.
Basic scientific information of tetK gene obtained from CARD (Comprehensive Antibiotic Resistance Database) using BLASTX-Search a nucleotide sequence against all protein sequences
| Synonym(s) | tetK |
|---|---|
| CARD Short Name | tet(K) |
| Definition | TetK is a tetracycline efflux protein found in both Gram-negative (Haemophilus and Gallibacterium) and Gram-positive (many species, including mycobacteria) bacteria |
| AMR Gene Family | Major facilitator superfamily (MFS) antibiotic efflux pump |
| Drug Class | Tetracycline antibiotic |
| Resistance Mechanism | Antibiotic efflux |
| Efflux Component | Efflux pump complex or subunit conferring antibiotic resistance |