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(biochemistry) A specific type of beta-lactamase showing specificity for penicillins..
To date, there have been only 23 confirmed cases of penicillinase-producing gonococcus (totally penicillin-resistant gonorrhea) reported in the United States.
Use penicillinase when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Penicillinase means (biochemistry) A specific type of beta-lactamase showing specificity for penicillins..
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To date, there have been only 23 confirmed cases of penicillinase-producing gonococcus (totally penicillin-resistant gonorrhea) reported in the United States.
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