Glossary
Wednesday, 1 May 2024, 1:52 PM
Site: Open Learning
Course: Understanding antibiotic resistance (UAR_1)
Glossary: Glossary
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chromosomesDNA molecules containing some, or all, of the genetic information of an organism. |
commensalsBacteria that live associated with the host organism without having a detrimental effect on the host. For example, Streptococcus pyogenes is a commensal bacterium often found in the nose of healthy individuals. |
conjugationA horizontal gene transfer mechanism in which plasmids are transferred between two contacting bacteria through a hollow tube, or pilus. |
contagionThe spread of a disease from one person to another by close contact. |
correlationA relationship between two sets of data. For example, as antibiotic use increases, antibiotic resistance also increases. |
CTX-M-type ESBLThe most common class of extended spectrum β-lactamases worldwide that act against cephalosporins. |
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deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)A macromolecule comprised of two chains of complementary nucleic acids. Heritable genetic information is encoded by the sequence of nucleotides in DNA. |
diverticulitisAn infection of pockets in the lining of the large intestine. |
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efficacyThe ability of a drug to produce a therapeutic effect. |
efflux pumpTransport proteins in the bacterial membrane actively transport antibiotics out of the bacterial cell. |