Nocardia
A genus of gram-positive, aerobic bacteria whose species are widely distributed and are abundant in soil. Some strains are pathogenic opportunists for humans and animals.
Source: National Library of Medicine 2013 MeSH Scope Note and Classification
Images
Figure 1. <i>Nocardia nova</i> complex, seen on sputum gram stain.
Figure 1. Nocardia nova complex, seen on sputum gram stain.
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Figure 2. Gram stain of blood culture, growing <i>Nocardia asteroides</i>.
Figure 2. Gram stain of blood culture, growing Nocardia asteroides.
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Figure 3. Modified acid-fast stain of <i>Nocardia asteroides</i> in blood culture.
Figure 3. Modified acid-fast stain of Nocardia asteroides in blood culture.
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Figure 4. <i>Nocardia nova</i> shown by modified acid fast stain of growth from modified Thayer Martin plate.
Figure 4. Nocardia nova shown by modified acid fast stain of growth from modified Thayer Martin plate.
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Notes
Figures 2 and 3 were contributed by Lynn Bry, MD.
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References
  1. National Library of Medicine 2013 MeSH Scope Note and Classification