Microbiology: A Systems Approach
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Author: Marjorie Kelly Cowan Professor
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Chapter 23.2, Problem 4AYP
Summary Introduction
To determine:
The way in which microbiome of the female reproductive tract changes over time.
Concept introduction
The human body is occupied with various non-pathogenic normal microflora which prevent the entry of pathogenic microbes. The normal microflora of vagina like Lactobacillus and Staphylococcus among others prevents microbial infection.
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Chapter 23 Solutions
Microbiology: A Systems Approach
Ch. 23.1 - Draw or describe the anatomical features of the...Ch. 23.1 - List the natural defenses present in the...Ch. 23.2 - Prob. 3AYPCh. 23.2 - Prob. 4AYPCh. 23.3 - List the possible causative agents for each type...Ch. 23.3 - List the possible causative agents for each type...Ch. 23.3 - Discuss the epidemiology of the three types of...Ch. 23.4 - Prob. 7AYPCh. 23.4 - Prob. 8AYPCh. 23.4 - Prob. 9AYP
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