Koch
Koch
Koch (pronounced "coke") is a term with several meanings in the medical field, most notably associated with Robert Koch, a German physician and microbiologist.
Etymology
The term "Koch" is of German origin, derived from the surname of Robert Koch. The surname Koch means "cook" in German.
Robert Koch
Robert Koch (1843-1910) was a pioneering figure in the field of microbiology. He is best known for his research on tuberculosis, cholera, and anthrax, and for his development of Koch's postulates.
Koch's Postulates
Koch's postulates are a set of criteria established by Robert Koch to identify the causative agent of a particular disease. These postulates have been fundamental in the field of epidemiology and have helped establish the germ theory of disease.
Koch's Disease
Koch's disease, also known as tuberculosis, is a contagious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It primarily affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body.
Related Terms
- Koch's Phenomenon: A hypersensitivity reaction to the tuberculin antigen in individuals who have been previously infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis or have been vaccinated with BCG.
- Koch's Bacillus: Another name for Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacterium that causes tuberculosis.
- Koch-Weeks bacillus: A bacterium associated with acute conjunctivitis.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Koch
- Wikipedia's article - Koch
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