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Causative Agents of Disease

Test your knowledge of medical microbiology by identifying the type of pathogen responsible for causing these well-known diseases.0 takes
by @triviagang_dataUpdated 2d ago

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  • 01What type of pathogen causes Tuberculosis (TB)?
  • 02The common flu, or influenza, is caused by what type of infectious agent?
  • 03Malaria, a life-threatening disease transmitted by mosquitoes, is caused by what type of pathogen?
  • 04Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, a fatal degenerative brain disorder, is caused by an abnormal form of what agent?
  • 05Tinea pedis, commonly known as Athlete's Foot, is a common infection caused by what type of organism?
  • 06Cholera, an acute diarrheal illness, is caused by infection of the intestine with what type of pathogen?
  • 07The deadly disease Rabies, which affects the central nervous system, is caused by what type of pathogen?
  • 08Giardiasis, an intestinal infection marked by cramps and diarrhea, is caused by what type of microscopic parasite?
  • 09Tetanus, often called 'lockjaw,' is a serious infection caused by what type of pathogen?
  • 10Despite its name, Ringworm is not caused by a worm. What type of pathogen is the actual cause?
  • 11Measles, a highly contagious childhood disease preventable by vaccine, is caused by what type of infectious agent?
  • 12Lyme disease, transmitted to humans through the bite of infected ticks, is caused by what type of pathogen?
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