plural noun, singular my·co·bac·te·ri·um [mahy-koh-bak-teer-ee-uhm]. Bacteriology. rod-shaped aerobic bacteria of the genus Mycobacterium, certain species of which, as M.

What disease does Mycobacterium cause?

There are many species of mycobacteria known to cause disease in humans. The two most widely known are Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes tuberculosis, and Mycobacterium leprae, which causes leprosy.

What is mycobacterial infection?

Mycobacterial infections are a group of multisystem infections caused by the members of the family Mycobacteriaceae. These organisms are characterized by their staining and are identified as acid fast bacilli.