The degree of pathogenicity within a group or species of microorganisms or viruses as indicated by case fatality rates and/or the ability of the organism to invade the tissues of the host. The pathogenic capacity of an organism is determined by its VIRULENCE FACTORS.

Annotation

coord NIM with micro-organism or parasite /pathogen (IM)

DUI

D014774 MeSH Browser

CUI

M0022753

History note

66(65)

Public note

66