Medical Definition Disinfect

Disinfect Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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1. : to cleanse (a surface, a device, a supply of water, etc.) by destroying, inactivating, or significantly reducing the concentration of pathogenic agents (such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi) : to treat (something) with a disinfectant (such as chlorine, hydrogen …

Disinfect | definition of disinfect by Medical dictionary

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( dis'in-fekt' ), To destroy pathogenic microorganisms in or on any substance or to inhibit their growth and vital activity. Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary © Farlex 2012 disinfect …

Introduction, Methods, Definition of Terms - Centers for …

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Definition of Terms. Sterilization describes a process that destroys or eliminates all forms of microbial life and is carried out in health-care facilities by …

Disinfection | definition of disinfection by Medical dictionary

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disinfection the use of a DISINFECTANT to destroy, inactivate or remove MICROORGANISMS that are likely to cause infection, spoilage or other undesirable …

Clean vs. Sanitize vs. Disinfect: Is There a Difference?

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Disinfect vs. Sterilize: Differences, Uses, and More

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Disinfecting kills most harmful bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Sterilizing may be more appropriate for larger commercial settings and medical facilities because it’s …

Cleaning | Disinfection & Sterilization Guidelines

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Cleaning is the removal of foreign material (e.g., soil, and organic material) from objects and is normally accomplished using water with detergents or enzymatic …

Disinfection Methods | Disinfection & Sterilization …

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Guideline for Disinfection and Sterilization in Healthcare Facilities (2008) Many disinfectants are used alone or in combinations (e.g., hydrogen peroxide and …

Disinfecting | definition of disinfecting by Medical dictionary

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( dis'in-fekt' ), To destroy pathogenic microorganisms in or on any substance or to inhibit their growth and vital activity. Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary © Farlex 2012 disinfect …

Disinfectant | definition of disinfectant by Medical dictionary

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[ dis″in-fek´tant] 1. freeing from infection or infection-producing organisms. 2. an agent that does this. Heat and certain other physical agents such as live steam can be …