NIH MeSH · D000391Disciplines and Occupations
Air Microbiology
Also known asMicrobiology, Air
Definition
The presence of bacteria, viruses, and fungi in the air. This term is not restricted to pathogenic organisms.
MeSH classification
- H01.158.273.540.274.110
- N06.850.425.110
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Common questions about Air Microbiology
What does Air Microbiology mean in medicine?
The presence of bacteria, viruses, and fungi in the air. This term is not restricted to pathogenic organisms. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Air Microbiology known by any other names?
Yes. Air Microbiology is also referred to as Microbiology, Air in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Air Microbiology sit in the medical classification?
Air Microbiology falls under the broader medical category "Disciplines and Occupations" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: H01.158.273.540.274.110, N06.850.425.110). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000391) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗