Figure 10.3. A variety of microorganisms can cause disease.

Figure 10.3A variety of microorganisms can cause disease

Pathogenic organisms are of five main types: viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and worms. Some common pathogens in each group are listed in the column on the right.

From: Infectious agents and how they cause disease

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Immunobiology: The Immune System in Health and Disease. 5th edition.
Janeway CA Jr, Travers P, Walport M, et al.
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