Disinfectant-impregnated cloths in hospital laboratories.
1981
P N Hoffman
UI
MeSH Term
Description
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D004202
Disinfectants
Substances used on inanimate objects that destroy harmful microorganisms or inhibit their activity. Disinfectants are classed as complete, destroying SPORES as well as vegetative forms of microorganisms, or incomplete, destroying only vegetative forms of the organisms. They are distinguished from ANTISEPTICS, which are local anti-infective agents used on humans and other animals. (From Hawley's Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11th ed)
Biocide,Disinfectant,Biocides
D004203
Disinfection
Rendering pathogens harmless through the use of heat, antiseptics, antibacterial agents, etc.