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What is the main reservoir of Mycobacterium tuberculosis?

  • Contaminated water
  • Soil
  • Infected human (correct)
  • Infected animals

Which structure is responsible for acid-fastness and granuloma formation?

  • Polysaccharides
  • Mycolic acid (correct)
  • Phosphatides
  • Proteins

What is the route of infection for Mycobacterium tuberculosis?

  • Direct contact with infected individuals
  • Respiratory - Inhalation of droplet (correct)
  • Vector-borne transmission
  • Ingestion of contaminated food

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Mycobacterium Tuberculosis

  • The main reservoir of Mycobacterium tuberculosis is the human body.

Characteristics of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis

  • The mycolic acid layer in the bacterial cell wall is responsible for acid-fastness.

Infection Transmission

  • The route of infection for Mycobacterium tuberculosis is primarily through the respiratory tract, via inhalation of droplet nuclei containing the bacteria.

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