Microorganisms and the Immune System
Viruses belong to the groups of microbes or microorganisms. They were discovered far lately from other microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and protozoa due to its smaller size. It also differs in terms of internal structure and physiological processes. Most viruses also are harmful unlike other bacteria and fungi which can be good and useful.
Prions vs. Viruses and Other Microbial Organisms
It is also known as Proteinaceous Infectious Particles. Prions are the ones that cause Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy also known as Mad Cow disease. They are harder to eliminate through disinfection and ultraviolet radiation and can even survive action of digestive juices.
Antibiotics and the Possible Harm to Human Body
It is feared that the antibiotic effect on physiological processes in bacteria like protein formation and targeting cell wall and ribosome can also be harmful to human cells. Some studies however showed that antibiotic actions are specifically designed to target bacteria and not human cells. Still, there are possible side effects from antibiotics.
The Fascinating Function of the Immune System
Our immune system consists of community of cells that has a means of memorizing the nature of invasive agent. It is capable of recognizing antigens that can produce antibodies therefore helping the body fight against infections. Factors like stress, deficiency, chemicals and infectious diseases can suppress our immune system.
Control Methods for Pathogens
There are number of methods to eliminate pathogens and these include using drugs or numerous types of antibiotics, disinfecting agents, ultraviolet radiation and even vaccination. Viruses are the most difficult to control as common drugs cannot destroy them.
Prions vs. Viruses and Other Microbial Organisms
It is also known as Proteinaceous Infectious Particles. Prions are the ones that cause Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy also known as Mad Cow disease. They are harder to eliminate through disinfection and ultraviolet radiation and can even survive action of digestive juices.
Antibiotics and the Possible Harm to Human Body
It is feared that the antibiotic effect on physiological processes in bacteria like protein formation and targeting cell wall and ribosome can also be harmful to human cells. Some studies however showed that antibiotic actions are specifically designed to target bacteria and not human cells. Still, there are possible side effects from antibiotics.
The Fascinating Function of the Immune System
Our immune system consists of community of cells that has a means of memorizing the nature of invasive agent. It is capable of recognizing antigens that can produce antibodies therefore helping the body fight against infections. Factors like stress, deficiency, chemicals and infectious diseases can suppress our immune system.
Control Methods for Pathogens
There are number of methods to eliminate pathogens and these include using drugs or numerous types of antibiotics, disinfecting agents, ultraviolet radiation and even vaccination. Viruses are the most difficult to control as common drugs cannot destroy them.
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