The first step in the establishment of infection is that the organism must
A)invade host tissues.
B)attach to host cells.
C)evade phagocytes.
D)produce toxins.

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The initial step in most infections is that the pathogen must attach or adhere to host cells or tissues. This allows the pathogen to colonize the host and establish infection. Only after attachment can invasion, evasion, and toxin production occur.

The First Step in the Establishment of Infection Is That