Mycoplasma
Smallest free living pathogens without a cell wall
Pathogenicity
True pathogen
Obligate parasite- resistant to penicillin
Incubation period 1-3weeks
Greatest out break during fall and winter months
Who are more susceptible
School age Children and young adults
Chronic infections
Linked to rheumatoid arthritis
Portal of entry and exit
Respiratory system
Modes of transmission
Air droplets, direct personal contact
How would you protect yourself during embalming?
Use of proper PPE’s