Genetics, Microbial (also known as Microbial Genetics, Genetic, Microbial): A subdiscipline of genetics which deals with the genetic mechanisms and processes of microorganisms.

NIH MeSH · D005827Disciplines and Occupations

Genetics, Microbial

Also known asMicrobial Genetics · Genetic, Microbial · Microbial Genetic

Definition

A subdiscipline of genetics which deals with the genetic mechanisms and processes of microorganisms.

MeSH classification

  • H01.158.273.343.330
  • H01.158.273.540.367

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Common questions about Genetics, Microbial

What does Genetics, Microbial mean in medicine?
A subdiscipline of genetics which deals with the genetic mechanisms and processes of microorganisms. 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 Genetics, Microbial known by any other names?
Yes. Genetics, Microbial is also referred to as Microbial Genetics, Genetic, Microbial, Microbial Genetic 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 Genetics, Microbial sit in the medical classification?
Genetics, Microbial falls under the broader medical category "Disciplines and Occupations" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: H01.158.273.343.330, H01.158.273.540.367). 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 (D005827) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗