Beta-lactamase (Noun)
Meaning
Enzyme produced by certain bacteria that inactivates penicillin and results in resistance to that antibiotic.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The bacteria produced beta-lactamase, an enzyme that rendered the penicillin ineffective against the infection.
- Beta-lactamase is an enzyme produced by certain bacteria that breaks down penicillin and other beta-lactam antibiotics.
- The overuse of antibiotics has led to the widespread production of beta-lactamase by bacteria, making many infections harder to treat.
- The bacteria's ability to produce beta-lactamase made it resistant to penicillin and other related antibiotics.
- Researchers are working to develop new antibiotics that are resistant to the effects of beta-lactamase produced by certain bacteria.