Definitions Flashcards
1
Q
What is the incubation period?
A
The time between exposure to an infectious agent and the appearance of the first symptoms of disease.
2
Q
What type of organisms are classified as facultative anaerobes?
A
Bacteria that can survive with or without oxygen.
3
Q
Define Auto-inoculation:
A
Getting an infection by transferring bacteria from one part of your body to another.
