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Mode of transmission

Respiratory, fecal-oral, body fluids, direct contact

Virulence

How much damage is caused by the infection

The lymphatic system

Maintenance of blood volume in cardiovascular system, transport of fats and fat soluble material from digestive system to cardiovascular system, filtration of foreign material to defend against infection