Measurement on the critical properties of polymeric sterile-wraps using graded biological indicators.
1981
S Jitsukawa
UI
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D005027
Ethylene Oxide
A colorless and flammable gas at room temperature and pressure. Ethylene oxide is a bactericidal, fungicidal, and sporicidal disinfectant. It is effective against most micro-organisms, including viruses. It is used as a fumigant for foodstuffs and textiles and as an agent for the gaseous sterilization of heat-labile pharmaceutical and surgical materials. (From Reynolds, Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p794)
Oxirane,Oxide, Ethylene
D001412
Bacillus subtilis
A species of gram-positive bacteria that is a common soil and water saprophyte.
Natto Bacteria,Bacillus subtilis (natto),Bacillus subtilis subsp. natto,Bacillus subtilis var. natto
D013242
Sterilization
The destroying of all forms of life, especially microorganisms, by heat, chemical, or other means.