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Tag: Methods of Sterilization

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Sterilization and Disinfection Methods

Sterilization is a process of killing or removal of all microorganisms, including highly resistant bacterial endospores. Depending on the material, sterilization can be achieved by moist heat...

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Filtration Sterilization: Types, Mechanism, Uses

Filtration is the preferred method of sterilizing heat-sensitive liquid and gases without exposure to denaturing heat. Rather than destroying contaminating microorganisms, it simply removes them. It...

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Radiation Sterilization: Types, Mechanism, Applications

Radiation is currently used for sterilization and decontamination in the medical supplies (surgical supplies, vaccines, and drugs) and food industries. Two types of radiations are available; ionizing...

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Disinfection: Methods and Uses

Disinfection is a process whereby pathogenic organisms, but not necessarily all microorganisms or spores, are destroyed. Disinfection may be accomplished by physical or chemical means. A number of...

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Autoclave: Sterilization Principle, Procedure, Types, Uses

The autoclave is a sealed device (similar to a pressure cooker) that kills microorganisms using saturated steam under pressure. Principle The use of moist heat facilitates the killing of all...

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Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Sterilization: Features and Limitations

Ethylene oxide (ETO) has been widely used as a low-temperature sterilant. ETO is a colorless gas that is flammable and explosive but it is liquid at temperatures below 10.8°C. ETO is an...

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