Koch's Postulates Can Be Applied to Every Infectious Disease to Identify

Question

Koch's postulates can be applied to every infectious disease to identify its causative pathogen.

Accepted Answer

Although Koch's postulates are a useful tool for identifying the causative pathogen of an infectious disease, they cannot be applied to every infectious disease. Some diseases may have multiple causative agents or may be caused by non-infectious factors. Additionally, some pathogens may be difficult to cultivate in the laboratory, making it difficult to meet all of Koch's postulates.