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What is the difference between exogenous and endogenous infections?
Exogenous infections come from outside pathogens, while endogenous infections come from organisms of normal flora.
What characterizes a strict pathogen according to the text?
It is a microorganism capable of causing disease in healthy hosts.
What is the primary function of adhesins in the context of pathogens?
Allowing organisms to stick to host cells
In the context of pathogens, what does invasion refer to?
The penetration and survival of an organism in host cells
What distinguishes an opportunistic pathogen from a strict pathogen?
Opportunistic pathogens can cause disease in healthy hosts when given the chance.
What are carriers in the context of pathogens?
People who harbor pathogens but may not exhibit symptoms of the disease
Test your knowledge on pathogenicity, pathogens, opportunistic pathogens, infection, and disease. Learn about different types of pathogens and how they can cause diseases in hosts.
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