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Acquired immunity |
Immunity that is developed during a person's lifetime. |
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Acute infection |
An infection of short duration that is often severe. |
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Alert |
To bring someone's attention. |
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Anaphylaxis |
An acute allergic reaction to an agent. |
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Anti-retraction device |
A mechanism that prevents entry of fluids and microbes back into the waterlines as a result of negative water pressure. |
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Artificially acquired immunity |
Immunity that results from a vaccination. |
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Assessment |
The process of collecting data and then evaluating or drawing conclusions from the findings. |
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Biofilm-slime |
Producing bacterial communities that may also harbor fungi, algae and protoza. |
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Bloodborne pathogens |
Infection that is caused by microbes carried in the blood; ie; Hep B, Hep C and HIV. |
