Which of the following is false concerning Escherichia coli? - It is the most common cause of urinary tract infections. - It is not like Gr. B strep, a common cause of neonatal meningitis and septicemia. - It is lactose + coliform and fecal coliform in water testing. - UPEC causes UTIs. - None of the above is false.
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