Syphilis is diagnosed either with microscopy or serology because the causative agent (Treponema pallidum) does not grow on any microbiological media.Which term best describes this aspect of the T.pallidum?
A)Fastidious
B)Nonculturable
C)Commensalistic
D)Symbiotic

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T. pallidum is nonculturable which means it cannot be grown on any microbiological media. Therefore, diagnosis is based on microscopy or serology tests. The term "nonculturable" describes this aspect of T. pallidum.

Syphilis Is Diagnosed Either with Microscopy or Serology Because the Causative