Table 3.
Phenotypes of LFI1238 and ΔlitR
| Parameter | Phenotypec |
|
|---|---|---|
| LFI1238 | ΔlitR | |
| Adhesiona | − | + |
| Aggregationb | + | ↑ |
| Biofilm formation | − | + |
| Motility | + | ↑ |
| Cryptic bioluminescence | + | ↓ |
| AHL production | + | + |
| Virulence | + | ↓ |
Adhesion on agar containing blood or blood components.
Aggregation in L15-FBS and BHI-HS media.
Upward- and downward-facing arrows indicate increased and reduced properties, respectively, compared to those of LFI1238.