General Pathology of Infectious Diseases Quiz
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Which term refers to microorganisms that are normally present within the human body?

  • Pathogenic microorganisms
  • Aggressive mechanisms
  • Commensal microorganisms (correct)
  • Opportunistic infections
  • What is the term for the ability of an organism to gain entry into and proliferate in the host?

  • Virulence
  • Pathogenicity
  • Infectivity (correct)
  • Contagiousness
  • What do we call those microorganisms which cause disease in a normal, healthy host due to their inherent virulence?

  • Opportunistic infections
  • Primary pathogens (correct)
  • Contagious microorganisms
  • Pathogenic microorganisms
  • Which term refers to the likelihood of an organism causing severe or aggressive disease?

    <p>Virulence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the type of infectious disease that is easily transmitted by contact?

    <p>Contagious disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

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