dangerous pathogens

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dangerous
adjective
uk
/ˈdeɪn.dʒər.əs/us
/ˈdeɪn.dʒɚ.əs/
A dangerous person, animal, thing, or activity could ...
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pathogen
noun[C]
uk
/ˈpæθ.ə.dʒən/us
/ˈpæθ.ə.dʒən/
any small organism, such as a virus or a bacterium that can ...
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Plans to deal with any accidental escape of dangerous pathogens would depend on the type of organism involved, and on the actual circumstances of the escape.
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He has been most assiduous in his concern on behalf of his constituents, who are wary of such adangerouspathogen.
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Unless precautions are taken, humans could act as vectors for a range of dangerous pathogens and could disperse them widely.
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They are also represented on the advisory committee on dangerous pathogens which produced the interim guidelines.
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Should we not now hold a public inquiry into laboratories which are holding stocks of dangerous pathogens?
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We have a right to know where dangerous pathogens are located and handled.
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It is highly unlikely that any dangerous pathogens would be involved.
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Specific guidance from the advisory committee on dangerous pathogens will be available shortly.
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There is a difference between removing dangerous pathogens from a substance, for example, and adding something to derive a perceived health benefit.
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It affects not only laboratories handling dangerous pathogens but all medical laboratories.
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I have referred to dangerous pathogens, but there are other areas where codes of practice need to be updated or introduced.
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The report recommends changes in the general arrangements for ensuring safety in laboratories handling dangerous pathogens.
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That makes it an ideal site for research into dangerous pathogens.
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The bacteria are not dangerous pathogens, and are sold solely for research purposes.
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There is also the handling of the dangerous pathogens.
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The basic recommendations that deal with the handling of dangerous pathogens and the safety measures that should be taken will apply in all instances.
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