Cross contamination

Cross contamination

Passing disease indirectly from one patient to another through the use of improper sterilisation procedures.

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cross contamination

Restaurants; Culinary

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cross contamination

Retail; Supermarkets

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Legal services; DNA forensics

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cross contamination

Natural environment; Water

The movement of underground contaminants from one level or area to another due to invasive subsurface activities.

cross contamination

Health care; Dentistry

Passing disease indirectly from one patient to another through the use of improper sterilization procedures.

cross contamination

Agriculture; Rice science

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abrasion

Health care; Dentistry

The wearing away of tooth structure due to factors such as poor brushing, using a hard bristled tooth brush or grinding the teeth; this type of wear is not caused by chewing.

alveolar osteitis

Health care; Dentistry

Alveolar Osteitis, also known as a dry socket, is a condition that can occur after a tooth has been removed.

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