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Mycobacterium Leprae (Noun)

Meaning

Cause of leprosy.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • Mycobacterium leprae is the bacterium that causes leprosy, a chronic and infectious disease that affects the nerves, skin, and mucous membranes.
  • The discovery of mycobacterium leprae in 1873 by Gerhard Hansen marked a significant milestone in the understanding of leprosy, which had long been shrouded in mystery and superstition.
  • Researchers have made significant progress in understanding the genetics of mycobacterium leprae, which has shed light on the bacterium's unique characteristics and behavior.
  • The exact mechanism by which mycobacterium leprae causes leprosy is still not fully understood, but it is believed to involve a complex interplay between the bacterium and the host's immune system.
  • Efforts to develop an effective vaccine against mycobacterium leprae have been ongoing for decades, but so far, none have proven to be highly effective in preventing the disease.

Synonyms

  • Leprosy Bacillus

Hypernyms

  • Mycobacteria
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