Carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii (CRAB)

Carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii (CRAB) is a type of bacteria commonly found in the environment, especially in soil and water. CRAB can cause human infections of the blood, urinary tract, lungs, wounds, and other body sites. The bacteria are multidrug-resistant, making infections very difficult to treat.

• About CRAB
  What is CRAB and who is most at risk.

• CRAB Information for Health Professionals
  CRAB surveillance case definition, required disease reporting and testing, and infection prevention guidance.
  Reporting CRAB | CRAB Isolate Submission and Laboratory Testing