CAMP factor
CAMP factor is a diffusible, heat-stable protein produced by group B streptococci.[1] This is a synergistic test between Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus agalactiae. S. agalactiae produces CAMP factor.
Description
[edit]S. aureus produces sphingomyelin C, which binds to red blood cell membranes. The two bacteria are streaked at 90° angles of one another without touching. The CAMP factor produced by S. agalactiae enhances the beta-hemolysis of S. aureus by binding to already damaged red blood cells. As a result, an arrow of beta-hemolysis is produced between the two streaks.
The test is presumptive for S. agalactiae that produces CAMP factor.
References
[edit]- ^ "CAMP Test | Summary of Biochemical Tests | Additional Info | Molb 2021 | College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences". UWYO. Retrieved 2025-01-09.