A Disease-Causing Agent That Does Not Usually Infect and Cause

question 35

Multiple Choice

A disease-causing agent that does not usually infect and cause disease in a person with a healthy immune system is termed a(n)

• A) pathogen.
• B) subtle pathogen.
• C) secondary pathogen.
• D) opportunistic pathogen.
• E) unlikely pathogen.

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Definitions:

Hemidesmosomes

Specialized cell structures that anchor epithelial cells to the underlying basement membrane.

Fibroblast

A fibroblast is a type of cell found in connective tissue, responsible for producing collagen and other fibers that contribute to the structural framework of tissues.

Connective Tissue

A type of body tissue that supports, connects, or separates different types of tissues and organs in the body, characterized by diverse functions and appearances.

Protein Fibers

Long chains of amino acids that form structures like collagen and keratin, providing support and strength to tissues and cells.