INFECTION CONTROL Terminologies 1) Asepsis This is a state in which a person or thing is free from infectious microorganisms which is called ASEPSIS. 2) ANTISEPSIS (Antisepsis) Antisepsis means prevention of infection means avoiding infection. Antiseptic or antiseptic chemical is a type of agent that inhibits the growth and development of microorganisms and does not cause infection. 3) PATHOGENIC ORGANISM (pathogenic organism) Pathogenic organisms are microorganisms that cause disease. 4)