Microbial Infection — Important Terms

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5 Terms

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__________ are things that cause disease; parasitic.

pathogens

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_______ pathogens are sources of sickness (BSL2 and UP)

True

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_____________ pathogens are typically organisms that cannot make us sick (BSL1) but can if the individual is in poor health.

Opportunistic

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What are the characteristics of pathogenic organisms that make them pathogenic?

1) Virulence 2) Infectious Dose of Cells 3) Correct Portal of Entry

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What are the characteristics of the host that allows a pathogenic organism to cause disease?

1) Receptor Compatibility 2) Immunity 3) Overall Health