Which of the following groups of microorganisms is not found among the normal gut microbiota?

A. Protozoa (Entamoeba, Trichomonas)
B. Fungi (Candida)
C. Firmicutes (Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, Clostridium, Bacillus)
D. Enterics (Escherichia, Enterobacter)
E. Spirilla (Leptospira, Borrelia)


Answer: E

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