pathogenic bacteria
[pæθədʒɛnɪk bækˈtɪriə]
nounpl: pathogenic bacteria
bactérias patogênicas
1. Microorganisms that cause disease in humans, animals, or plants by producing toxins or invading body tissues
Pathogenic bacteria such as Salmonella can cause severe food poisoning.
Bactérias patogênicas como Salmonella podem causar intoxicação alimentar grave.
2. Bacteria that have virulence factors enabling them to overcome host defenses and establish infection
The laboratory identified pathogenic bacteria in the water sample.
O laboratório identificou bactérias patogênicas na amostra de água.
3. Disease-causing bacterial strains capable of producing clinical symptoms in infected organisms
Pathogenic bacteria require proper treatment with antibiotics.
Bactérias patogênicas requerem tratamento adequado com antibióticos.
The term is primarily used in medical, scientific, and public health contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, it frequently appears in health education campaigns, particularly regarding food safety and hygiene. The concept has gained cultural significance in everyday language, especially since increased awareness of foodborne illness outbreaks and contamination concerns in public health discourse.
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