blaTEM

blaTEM is a gene that makes bacteria produce an enzyme called TEM beta-lactamase. This enzyme breaks down certain antibiotics, like penicillin and related drugs, rendering them ineffective. When bacteria carry the blaTEM gene, they can resist these antibiotics, making infections harder to treat. The gene is often found on the bacteria's DNA or shared with other bacteria, spreading antibiotic resistance. Understanding blaTEM helps scientists monitor and manage resistant bacterial infections, ensuring proper antibiotic use and the development of new treatments.