pathogenic (Meaning)

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pathogenic (s)

able to cause disease

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Of or pertaining to pathogeny; producting disease; as, a pathogenic organism; a pathogenic bacterium.

The pathogenic bacteria colonized the host's respiratory tract, causing severe pneumonia.
Pathogenic fungi can lead to invasive infections in immunocompromised individuals.
Contaminated food or water can harbor pathogenic microorganisms that pose a health risk.
The pathogenicity of a virus refers to its ability to cause disease.
Pathogenic prions, which are misfolded proteins, are responsible for debilitating neurodegenerative disorders.
Pathogenic microorganisms exhibit virulence factors that enhance their ability to cause infection.
Antibiotic resistance has emerged as a major concern, weakening our ability to combat pathogenic bacteria.
Epidemiologists investigate the spread and characteristics of pathogenic agents to prevent disease outbreaks.
Pathogenic viruses have the potential to trigger global pandemics, requiring rapid and effective response measures.
Public health campaigns aim to educate individuals about the risks and prevention of pathogenic infections.

able to cause diseaseOf or pertaining to pathogeny; producting disease; as, a pathogenic organism; a pathogenic bacterium.

harmful, malignant, pestilential, contagious, deleterious, poisonous, infectious, toxic,infective, venomous

benign, healthful, helpful, benign, remedial, palliative, nontoxic, nontoxic, healthful, salutary

The pathogenic bacteria colonized the host's respiratory tract, causing severe pneumonia.

Pathogenic fungi can lead to invasive infections in immunocompromised individuals.

Contaminated food or water can harbor pathogenic microorganisms that pose a health risk.

The pathogenicity of a virus refers to its ability to cause disease.