NIH MeSH · D041561Organisms
Thermofilaceae
Also known asThermofilum
Definition
A family of THERMOPROTEALES consisting of anaerobic, thermoacidophilic thin rods found in solfataric hot springs.
MeSH classification
- B02.075.800.780
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What does Thermofilaceae mean in medicine?
A family of THERMOPROTEALES consisting of anaerobic, thermoacidophilic thin rods found in solfataric hot springs. 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 Thermofilaceae known by any other names?
Yes. Thermofilaceae is also referred to as Thermofilum 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 Thermofilaceae sit in the medical classification?
Thermofilaceae falls under the broader medical category "Organisms" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: B02.075.800.780). 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 (D041561) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗