- Concept UI
- M0027664
- Scope Note
- Encrustations formed from microbes (bacteria, algae, fungi, plankton, or protozoa) embedded in an that is secreted by the microbes. They occur on body surfaces such as teeth (DENTAL DEPOSITS); inanimate objects, and bodies of water. Biofilms are prevented from forming by treating surfaces with DENTIFRICES; DISINFECTANTS; ANTI-INFECTIVE AGENTS; and anti-fouling agents.
- Terms
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Biofilms
Preferred Term
Term UI
T054934
Date01/01/1999
LexicalTag
NON
ThesaurusID
NLM (1995)
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Biofilm
Term UI
T054933
Date12/29/1993
LexicalTag
NON
ThesaurusID
NLM (1995)