Pyrogens

Substances capable of increasing BODY TEMPERATURE and cause FEVER and may be used for FEVER THERAPY. They may be of microbial origin, often POLYSACCHARIDES, and may contaminate distilled water.

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Tree Number(s): D27.888.569.673

MeSH Unique ID: D011749

Entry Terms:

• Pyrogen

See Also:

• Endotoxins

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Pyrogens