Pathogenic

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Pathogenic

Pathogenic (/pæθoʊˈdʒɛnɪk/; from the Greek pathos "suffering, passion" and -genēs "producer of") refers to something capable of causing disease in its host. The term is often used to describe microorganisms such as viruses, bacteria, and parasites.

Etymology

The term "pathogenic" originates from the Greek words pathos, meaning "suffering" or "disease", and -genēs, meaning "producer of". Thus, a pathogen is a producer of disease.

Related Terms

  • Pathogenesis: The process by which a disease develops in the body.
  • Pathogenetic: Pertaining to the origin and development of a disease.
  • Pathogenicity: The ability of a pathogen to produce a disease.
  • Virulence: The degree of pathogenicity within a group or species of parasites as indicated by case fatality rates and/or the ability of the organism to invade the tissues of the host.
  • Infection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites that are not normally present within the body.

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