👉 Cryoinfection refers to the process by which microorganisms, such as viruses or bacteria, invade and replicate within cells that have been exposed to freezing temperatures. This can occur naturally, like when bodily fluids freeze in cold environments, or artificially, such as in cryopreservation of medical samples. The freezing can damage cell membranes and disrupt cellular functions, making the cells more susceptible to infection by pathogens that thrive in or are activated by cold conditions. For example, certain bacteria and viruses can survive and even multiply in frozen states, potentially leading to infections when the ice crystals damage tissues upon thawing, compromising the body's defenses and facilitating pathogen entry and proliferation.
