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How do viruses make us sick?
By killing cells or disrupting cell function.
What is pathogenicity?
What is virulence?
All strains of viruses are equally virulent.
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What is the relationship between virulence and infectivity?
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What might affect the virulence of a pathogen?
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
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How do viruses cause diseases?
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Which of the following are responses of the body to viral infections? (Select all that apply)
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Pathogenicity and virulence are interchangeable terms.
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What is pathogenicity?
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What does virulence measure?
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How does infectivity differ from pathogenicity?
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Which organism is pathogenic depending on the strain?
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Ebola is considered very infectious, pathogenic, and virulent.
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What is a severity scoring system used for in Acute Gastroenteritis?
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Viruses from the same family can cause different _____________.
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Study Notes
Virus Mechanisms and Immune Response
- Viruses can cause disease by killing host cells or disrupting their normal functions.
- The body responds to viral infections with fever, interferon secretion, and mobilization of antibodies and immune cells.
Key Concepts in Virology
- Pathogenicity is the ability of an organism to cause disease through genetic factors and interactions with the host.
- Virulence refers to the severity of disease caused by different strains of the same virus, often correlated with the pathogen's ability to reproduce within the host.
- Interaction between host and pathogen can lead to varying degrees of disease symptoms.
Disease Patterns and Virus Spread
- Viruses can spread in various ways, including localized or generalized infection patterns.
- Routes of invasion can affect how viral diseases manifest in the host.
Infectiousness and Control
- Infectivity describes an organism's ability to infect a host, which does not always lead to illness.
- Immunization, primarily through vaccination, is a primary method to control viral diseases.
Vaccination Strategies
- Types of vaccines include:
- Sub-unit vaccines: Contain parts of the virus rather than live pathogens.
- Inactivated vaccines: Use killed forms of the virus to elicit an immune response.
- Live vaccines: Contain weakened forms of the virus to induce immunity.
Understanding Pathogenicity and Virulence
- Pathogenicity is a binary characteristic: an organism is either pathogenic or not, while virulence varies with conditions.
- Severity of illness from viruses like gastroenteritis can be evaluated using scoring systems, such as the Vesikari Scoring System.
Examples of Viral Pathogens
- Some pathogens are harmless (commensals), while others consistently cause disease (pathogens).
- Example of virulent pathogens:
- Ebola: Highly infectious, pathogenic, and virulent with a high fatality rate.
- HIV: Almost invariably leads to AIDS if untreated.
- Strains of viruses such as E. coli differ in pathogenicity, demonstrating varying impacts on health.
Viral Disease Diversity
- Viruses from the same family can cause different diseases, while those from different families may lead to similar symptoms. Examples include:
- Different strains of norovirus causing gastroenteritis.
- Virus families sharing similar manifestations of disease.
Virus Mechanisms and Immune Response
- Viruses can cause disease by killing host cells or disrupting their normal functions.
- The body responds to viral infections with fever, interferon secretion, and mobilization of antibodies and immune cells.
Key Concepts in Virology
- Pathogenicity is the ability of an organism to cause disease through genetic factors and interactions with the host.
- Virulence refers to the severity of disease caused by different strains of the same virus, often correlated with the pathogen's ability to reproduce within the host.
- Interaction between host and pathogen can lead to varying degrees of disease symptoms.
Disease Patterns and Virus Spread
- Viruses can spread in various ways, including localized or generalized infection patterns.
- Routes of invasion can affect how viral diseases manifest in the host.
Infectiousness and Control
- Infectivity describes an organism's ability to infect a host, which does not always lead to illness.
- Immunization, primarily through vaccination, is a primary method to control viral diseases.
Vaccination Strategies
- Types of vaccines include:
- Sub-unit vaccines: Contain parts of the virus rather than live pathogens.
- Inactivated vaccines: Use killed forms of the virus to elicit an immune response.
- Live vaccines: Contain weakened forms of the virus to induce immunity.
Understanding Pathogenicity and Virulence
- Pathogenicity is a binary characteristic: an organism is either pathogenic or not, while virulence varies with conditions.
- Severity of illness from viruses like gastroenteritis can be evaluated using scoring systems, such as the Vesikari Scoring System.
Examples of Viral Pathogens
- Some pathogens are harmless (commensals), while others consistently cause disease (pathogens).
- Example of virulent pathogens:
- Ebola: Highly infectious, pathogenic, and virulent with a high fatality rate.
- HIV: Almost invariably leads to AIDS if untreated.
- Strains of viruses such as E. coli differ in pathogenicity, demonstrating varying impacts on health.
Viral Disease Diversity
- Viruses from the same family can cause different diseases, while those from different families may lead to similar symptoms. Examples include:
- Different strains of norovirus causing gastroenteritis.
- Virus families sharing similar manifestations of disease.
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Explore how viruses cause diseases and the body's response to infection. Learn about the role of vaccines and prophylactic measures in preventing viral infections. This quiz covers key concepts related to viral pathogenesis and immunity.
