The Primary, Natural Habitat of a Pathogen Where It Continues

question 24

Multiple Choice

The primary, natural habitat of a pathogen where it continues to exist is called the

• A)fomite.
• B)carrier.
• C)vector.
• D)reservoir.
• E)source.

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Definitions:

Renin Levels

The concentration of renin, an enzyme secreted by the kidneys that plays a key role in the body's regulation of blood pressure.

Acidosis

A pathological condition where there is an excess of acid in the body fluids, marked by an abnormally low blood pH.

Bicarbonate Reabsorption

The process by which the kidneys reclaim bicarbonate ions from the urinary filtrate, helping to maintain blood pH balance and electrolyte concentration.

Body Fluids

Liquids within the human or animal body that transport nutrients and waste, including blood, lymph, and interstitial fluid.