Clostridium difficile Bacteria, SEM


Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) showing Gram-positive Clostridium difficile bacteria from a stool sample culture obtained using a .1åµm filter. People can become infected if they touch items or surfaces that are contaminated with feces and then touch their mouth or mucous membranes. Healthcare workers can spread the bacteria to other patients or contaminate surfaces through hand contact.


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