Which of the following circumstances is/are of concern in an attempt to fulfill Koch's postulates?
a. Infected animals do not show the same symptoms as infected humans.
b. The suspected pathogen is present in healthy humans.
c. An axenic (or "pure") culture cannot be obtained.
d. All of the above are of concern.
Answer: D
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