Lecture 15: Microbial Mechanisms of Pathogenicity Flashcards by Kawena Haserot | Brainscape

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What is pathogenicity?

A

ability to cause disease

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What is virulence?

A

degree of pathogenicity

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What are portals of entry?

A

mucous membranes
> membrane lining body cavities/organs
skin
parenteral route
> needle stick

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What is ID50?

A

infectious dose for 50% of a sample population
- measures virulence of a microbe

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