francisella tularensis

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francisella tularensis

A scientist examines a slide of Francisella tularensis under a microscope.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A pathogenic bacterium: Francisella tularensis is a species of bacteria. It is the primary causative agent of the disease tularemia in humans and other animals.
    • A potential biological agent: Due to its high infectivity, it is classified as a potential bioweapon.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The laboratory confirmed the presence of Francisella tularensis in the tissue sample.
    • Researchers study the transmission pathways of Francisella tularensis.
    • Handling infected animals without protection can lead to exposure to Francisella tularensis.
Advanced Usage
  • Scientific Classification: The name is used in taxonomic and medical contexts. It is often italicized in scientific writing.
    • The genome of Francisella tularensis has been fully sequenced.
  • Public Health and Security Contexts: The term is used in discussions concerning zoonotic diseases, epidemiology, and biodefense.
    • Protocols for handling Francisella tularensis are strictly regulated due to its classification as a Tier 1 select agent.
Variants and Related Words
  • Tularemia (noun): The disease caused by infection with . Also known as rabbit fever.
    • Symptoms of tularemia include fever and swollen lymph nodes.
  • Francisella (noun): The genus to which this bacterium belongs.
    • The genus Francisella contains several species of small, Gram-negative bacteria.
Synonyms
  • Causal agent of tularemia: This is a descriptive synonym specifying its role.
  • Tularemia bacterium: A common descriptive term.
Related Phrases
  • To culture Francisella tularensis: To grow the bacterium in a laboratory setting.
    • Specialized media are required to culture Francisella tularensis.
  • Infection with Francisella tularensis: Refers to the state of having the disease.
    • Early antibiotic treatment is crucial for infection with Francisella tularensis.
Related Terminology
  • Zoonotic pathogen: A disease-causing agent that can be transmitted from animals to humans.
    • Francisella tularensis is a classic example of a zoonotic pathogen.
  • Select Agent: A biological agent or toxin deemed a severe threat to public health and safety (U.S. regulatory term).
    • Francisella tularensis is listed as a Select Agent.
francisella tularensis

A scientist examines a slide of Francisella tularensis under a microscope.

Noun
  1. the type species of the genus Francisella and the causal agent of tularemia in humans; can be used as a bioweapon

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