Which one of the following gram positive organism is most common cause of UTI among sexually active women-
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Staphylococcus saprophyticus Staph saprophyticus . Staph saprophyticus may be present on normal human skin and the periurethral area and can cause urinary tract infection, paicularly in sexually active young women. . Staph saprophyticus strains causing UTI are usually sensitive to most antibiotics, except nalidixic acid. . Staph saprophyticus is novobiocin resistant.