minimum inhibitory concentration

noun

The lowest concentration of a chemical (usually a drug) which prevents visible in vitro growth of bacteria or fungi.

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Meanings

nounminimum inhibitory concentration (plural minimum inhibitory concentrations)

plural minimum inhibitory concentrations · alternative minimal inhibitory concentration

  1. biologyThe lowest concentration of a chemical (usually a drug) which prevents visible in vitro growth of bacteria or fungi.

    Synonyms: MIC

Synonyms & antonyms

nounThe lowest concentration of a chemical (usually a drug) which prevents visible in vitro growth of bacteria or fungi.

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