Dictionary

Infection control

Organisms, precautions and the practices that stop infection spreading.

gastroenteritisInflammation of the stomach and intestines.

genital wartA small, soft growth on or around the genitals or anus caused by certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV).

gloveA covering for the hand worn to protect the wearer and the client from germs, body fluids and chemicals.

glutaraldehydeA liquid chemical used for high-level disinfection, or sterilization with longer soaking, of heat-sensitive medical devices.

gonorrheaA bacterial infection, spread mainly through sex, caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

Gram stainA lab staining method that sorts bacteria into two groups by the color they turn under the microscope.

gram-negativeDescribes bacteria that stain pink or red with the Gram stain because of the way their cell wall is built.

gram-positiveDescribes bacteria that stain purple with the Gram stain because of their thick cell wall.

group B streptococcus screenA swab test in late pregnancy that checks the vagina and rectum for group B streptococcus bacteria.