Testing is used to determine which specific antimicrobic will be effective against a particular pathogen. Common methods include:
: Major types include antibacterials (oral and topical), antifungals , and antiseptics . 2. Mechanism of Action antimicrobic
: The lowest concentration of an antimicrobic required to prevent visible growth of the pathogen. Testing is used to determine which specific antimicrobic
: Inhibiting the "unzipping" of DNA for replication. Metabolic enzymes : Blocking pathways like folate synthesis. antimicrobic