Lecture 5: Tuberculosis Flashcards
1
Q
What genus of mycobacterium causes TB?
A
Mycobacterium
2
Q
What are the strains of Mycobacterium included in the tuberculosis complex?
A
M.tuberculosis
M.bovis
M.africanum
3
Q
If the Mycobacterium strain does not cause TB what kind of infection can it cause?
A
Opportunistic mycobacterial infections (especially against the immunocompromised)
4
Q
How is TB spread?
A
Inhale bacteria found in the respiratory droplets from an infectious person
5
Q
Where does the bacteria go to multiply?
A
Alveoli
6
Q
ToD: The bacteria multiples quickly in the lungs
A
False.
7
Q
How long does it take for TB to multiply?
A
24H
8
Q
What percentage of people exposed to TB get infected?
A
20%
