nonspecific vs point-by-point

nonspecific

adj
  • Not specific to one pathogen; affecting multiple strains or species of pathogen. 

  • Not known to be caused by any specific pathogen. 

  • Not specific to one possible cause; caused by any of various possible causes. 

  • Not caused by previous infection or vaccination, and/or affecting more than one antigen. 

  • That does not just stain one type of tissue. 

point-by-point

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