Bactericidal activity of a phenolic and a quaternary ammonium compound was assessed in the presence and absence of protein when certain bacteria were adsorbed to porous and nonporous surfaces. Organisms were more resistant when adsorbed to porous surfaces. Protein contributed to increased survival of bacteria only when adsorbed to porous surfaces.
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