Comparative genomic analysis has shown that genetic islands of genes related to an organism's ________ are commonly shared between pathogens.

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Genetic islands related to an organism's pathogenicity, which include genes that contribute to a pathogen's ability to cause disease, are commonly shared between pathogens. This sharing of pathogenicity-related genes can occur through horizontal gene transfer, enhancing the virulence of recipient organisms.

Comparative Genomic Analysis Has Shown That Genetic Islands of Genes