Viral or bacterial germs that invade body cells are called pathogens.
A microorganism that causes or has the potential to cause disease is typically referred to as a pathogen.
Depending on the type, there are various methods by that pathogens can be spread. They can be transmitted via skin-to-skin contact, body fluids, airborne particles, vectors, excrement, and surfaces that have been touched by an infected person.
Because they cause diseases, pathogens are also known as infectious agents.
When viruses, bacteria, or other microorganisms get into your body and start to reproduce, infection happens.
When our body's cells are harmed by infection and symptoms of a disease start to manifest, one has a disease.
No, only the bacteria that can cause an infection are known as pathogens.
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