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resistance transfer factor[ri′zis·təns ′tranz·fər ‚fak·tər] (genetics) A carrier of genetic information in bacteria which is considered to control the ability of self-replication and conjugal transfer of R factors. Abbreviated RTF. resistance transfer factor
resistance transfer factor Abbreviation: RTF A genetic factor in bacteria that controls resistance to certain antibiotic drugs. The factor may be passed from one bacterium to another. This makes it possible for nonpathogenic bacteria to become resistant to antibiotics and to transfer that resistance to pathogens, thereby establishing a potential source for an epidemic. Synonym: R factor See: plasmidSee also: factorAcronymsSeeRTF |