Definition of Intestinal flora

1. Noun. Harmless microorganisms (as Escherichia coli) that inhabit the intestinal tract and are essential for its normal functioning.

Generic synonyms: Micro-organism, Microorganism

Medical Definition of Intestinal flora

1. The various bacteria that normally live in the intestinal tract. Normal intestinal flora are important to aid in the breakdown of certain foods for absorption. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Intestinal Flora

intestinal anthrax
intestinal arterial arcades
intestinal arteries
intestinal artery
intestinal atresia
intestinal bypass
intestinal calcium-binding protein
intestinal calculus
intestinal capillariasis
intestinal colic
intestinal digestion
intestinal emphysema
intestinal epithelium
intestinal fistula
intestinal flora (current term)
intestinal flora (current term)
intestinal flu
intestinal follicles
intestinal gas
intestinal glands
intestinal intoxication
intestinal juice
intestinal juice
intestinal lipodystrophy
intestinal lymphangiectasia
intestinal lymphangiectasis
intestinal malabsorption
intestinal metaplasia
intestinal mucosa
intestinal myiasis

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