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A bacteria or virus that causes disease is known as a pathogen.

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What is a disease-causing agent?

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A general term for any non disease causing agent is?

A general term for any non-disease causing agent is ________.


Any agent capable of producing disease-?

Pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites are capable of causing disease in humans. These agents can enter the body through various routes and disrupt normal physiological functions, leading to illness and symptoms. Prompt identification and treatment of the specific pathogen are essential to manage and control disease.


What does a disease causing agent called?

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What is the carrier of a disease known as?

Asymptomatic carrier, a person or organism infected with an infectious disease agent, but displaying no symptomsGenetic carrier, a person or organism that has inherited a genetic trait or mutation, but displaying no symptoms


Is a disease infectious or contagious if it is passed from a disease causing agent?

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What is the other name for a microbe?

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Identify possible cause of a disease?

A vector. A vector is a disease causing agent. Such as ticks, or mosquitos.


What is the medical term meaning any non-disease causing agent?

nonpathogen


What is the medical term meaning causing tumors?

A carcinogen is an agent that causes cancer.


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Can a carrier only be a human?

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