Infectious Agents And Disease In Clinical Laboratory, Role Of Nurses, Pharmacist To Increase Awareness; Review

Abstract

The occurrence and dissemination of infectious diseases with the potential to cause pandemics have transpired throughout human history. Throughout history, there have been significant outbreaks of bacterial infectious diseases including plague, cholera, and tuberculosis. In more recent times, viral infectious diseases such as influenza and the most recent COVID-19 pandemic, which began in late 2019, have spread worldwide and resulted in millions of deaths. Pandemics sometimes arise from infectious diseases that are caused by zoonotic infections, which originate from animals such as cattle, wildlife, or companion animals. The essential role of the microbiology laboratory in diagnosing infectious diseases necessitates a strong and collaborative relationship between the physician/advanced practice provider and the microbiologists, who contribute immense value to the healthcare team.