encyclopedia of medical concepts
ψ
Chironomidae
More information
in Books
or on
Definition
: A family of nonbiting midges, in the order DIPTERA. Salivary glands of the genus Chironomus are used in studies of cellular genetics and biochemistry.
do not use /drug eff for insecticides: TN 111; gall midges: index under DIPTERA
Other names
Midges, Nonbiting; Chironomus; Nonbiting Midges; Nonbiting Midge; Midge, Nonbiting