Pathotype

Pronunciation
/PATH-oh-type/
Category
Pathology
Singular
Pathotype
Plural
Pathotypes

Definition

A specific strain or variety of a pathogen, including but not limited to plant pathogens, that is characterized by its ability to infect and cause disease in particular hosts.

Etymology

Example

The pathotype of the fungus _Septoria tritici_ responsible for Septoria leaf blotch on wheat varies depending on the host plant.

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