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Pathogenicity

This Medical Laboratory Science lesson in Medical Microbiology supports laboratory science learning and laboratory interpretation for medical laboratory students and professionals.

Define pathogenicity and opportunistic infection, and relate host factors to laboratory significance of isolates.

Foundational24 min read15 sectionsMedical Microbiology
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Learning Objectives

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Learning Objectives

Learning Objectives

Section: Learning Objectives

Each objective below describes a competency you will apply at the microbiology bench, not rote definitions in isolation.

  • Define pathogenicity, infection, and opportunistic pathogen in laboratory-relevant terms
  • Relate host immune status and body site to whether an isolate is likely significant or colonizing
  • Apply pathogenicity concepts when prioritizing workup, reporting language, and clinical communication

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