Definition
brucellae
noun
- Plural of brucella; rod-shaped or coccoid bacteria of the genus Brucella that cause brucellosis in humans and animals.
Usage: technical; microbiology; medical
Examples
- Brucellae are transmitted to humans through contact with infected animals or contaminated animal products.
- The laboratory identified brucellae in the blood sample using culture and serological tests.
- Brucellae can survive in unpasteurized dairy products for extended periods.
- Occupational exposure to brucellae is a risk for veterinarians and farm workers.
- Different species of brucellae affect cattle, pigs, goats, and sheep.