Matching Pairs Infection Control Online version Glossary Terms by Bill Starling 1 A disease that breaks down the body’s immune system. 2 Chemical germicide formulated for use on skin; registered and regulated by the Food and Drug Administration 3 Colonies of bacteria that adhere together and adhere to environmental surfaces. 4 The division of bacteria cells into two new cells called daughter cells. 5 Capable of destroying bacteria. 6 Bacteria capable of producing a protective coating that allows them to withstand very harsh environments, and shed the coating when conditions become more favorable. 7 Immunity that the body develops after overcoming a disease, through inoculation (such as flu vaccinations) or through exposure to natural allergens such as pollen, cat dander, and ragweed. 8 Reaction due to extreme sensitivity to certain foods, chemicals, or other normally harmless substances. 9 One-celled microorganisms that have both plant and animal characteristics. Some are harmful; some are harmless. 10 Disease-causing microorganisms carried in the body by blood or body fluids, such as hepatitis and HIV. 11 Showing no symptoms or signs of infection. 12 Short, rod-shaped bacteria. They are the most common bacteria and produce diseases such as tetanus (lockjaw), typhoid fever, tuberculosis, and diphtheria. acquired immunity bacteria allergy bloodborne pathogens acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) asymptomatic bactericidal biofilms binary fission bacilli antiseptics bacterial spores
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