Vet Safety/Sanitation Terminology

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Antiseptics

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Solutions that destroy microorganisms or inhibit their growth on living tissue.

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Aseptic

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Being free of infection or contamination by microorganisms.

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Biohazard

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Medical waste that could cause infection; includes needles, scalpel blades, blood, body parts.

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Carcinogenic

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Cancer causing.

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-cide, -cidal

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Suffixes meaning to kill.

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Disinfect

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To cleanse of harmful organisms.

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Dosimeter

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A badge that records exposure to radiation, worn when taking x-rays.

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EPA

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Environmental Protection Agency.

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FDA

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Food and Drug Administration.

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Incubation period

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The period of time between infection and the appearance of clinical signs.