Overview of microbes

High-yield summary Core objectives Compare bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites by structure, reproduction, classification, and diagnostics. Define pathogenesis and virulence. Understand selective toxicity and its role in antimicrobial therapy.   Viruses Acellular, require host for replication. Genetic material: DNA or RNA (never both). Capsid proteins, some have envelopes. Intracellular pathogens diagnostic and treatment challenges. Example: […]