clostridium

[US]/klɒ'strɪdɪəm/
[UK]/klɑs'trɪdɪəm/
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Translation

n. Clostridium, genus of bacteria.
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Phrases & Collocations

Clostridium difficile

Clostridium botulinum

Example Sentences

Blood culture subsequently returned positive for Clostridium Septicum.

Doctor: Just as what you have remembered ,the clostridium tetanal must first invade into a wound .

In this paper we studied the simple history,principle,process and selective method of carrier and medium of production of acetone and butanol with fermentive method of clostridium aceto-butylicum.

Clostridium bacteria can cause food poisoning.

Clostridium difficile is a common cause of antibiotic-associated diarrhea.

Clostridium perfringens is often found in soil and the intestines of humans.

Clostridium botulinum produces a powerful neurotoxin.

Clostridium infections can be life-threatening if not treated promptly.

Clostridium tetani causes tetanus, a serious bacterial infection.

Clostridium species are anaerobic bacteria.

Clostridium difficile infection rates have been increasing in healthcare settings.

Clostridium bacteria can form spores to survive harsh conditions.

Clostridium perfringens is a common cause of foodborne illness.

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