P1. Pathogens. Flashcards
1
Q
disease causing microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, protozoans, and viruses.
A
PATHOGENS
2
Q
2 TYPES OF PATHOGENS:
A
- TRUE PATHOGEN
- OPPORTUNISTIC PATHOGEN
3
Q
refers to an organism that will cause disease in a healthy host.
A
True Pathogen
4
Q
refers to organisms that will cause disease in an immunocompromised host.
A
Opportunistic Pathogens
5
Q
refers to the ability of an organism to cause disease in a host organism.
A
PATHOGENECITY
6
Q
- degree of pathogenicity
- POWER of the pathogen to cause severe disease
A
VIRULENCE
7
Q
refers to any genetic, biochemical, or structural features that enable a pathogen to cause disease in a host organism
A
PATHOGENIC DETERMINANTS/
VIRULENCE FACTORS
