Sterilization is distinct from disinfection, sanitization, and pasteurization, in that those methods reduce rather than eliminate all forms of life and biological agents present. (wikipedia.org)
Steam sterilization cycles can be categorized as either pre-vacuum or gravity displacement. (wikipedia.org)
Proper functioning of sterilization cycles should be verified by the periodic use (at least weekly) of biological indicators (i.e. spore tests). (duralinesystems.com)
Commonly2
The degree of sterilization is commonly expressed by multiples of the decimal reduction time, or D-value, denoting the time needed to reduce the initial number N 0 {\displaystyle N_{0}} to one tenth ( 10 − 1 {\displaystyle 10^{-1}} ) of its original value. (wikipedia.org)
Sterilization (or sterilisation) refers to any process that removes, kills, or deactivates all forms of life (particularly microorganisms such as fungi, bacteria, spores, and unicellular eukaryotic organisms) and other biological agents such as prions present in or on a specific surface, object, or fluid. (wikipedia.org)
Sterilization records (mechanical, chemical, and biological) should be retained for a time period in compliance with standards (e.g. (duralinesystems.com)
Devices4
Most medical and surgical devices used in healthcare facilities are made of materials that are able to go under steam sterilization. (wikipedia.org)
However, since 1950, there has been an increase in medical devices and instruments made of materials (e.g., plastics) that require low-temperature sterilization. (wikipedia.org)
Within the past 15 years, a number of new, low-temperature sterilization systems (e.g., vaporized hydrogen peroxide, peracetic acid immersion, ozone) have been developed and are being used to sterilize medical devices. (wikipedia.org)
Instructions provided by the manufacturers of medical/dental instruments and sterilization devices should be followed closely. (duralinesystems.com)
Chemical3
Many components of instruments used on spacecraft cannot withstand very high temperatures, so techniques not requiring excessive temperatures are used as tolerated, including heating to at least 120 °C (248 °F), chemical sterilization, oxidization, ultraviolet, and irradiation. (wikipedia.org)
Terminologies used in sterilization: Sterilant -When sterilization is achieved by a chemical agent, the chemical is called a sterilant. (idoc.pub)
Heat sensitive chemical indicators (e.g. those that change color after exposure to heat) alone do not ensure adequacy of a sterilization cycle but may be used on the outside of each pack to identify packs that have been processed through the heating cycle. (duralinesystems.com)
Medical1
A preliminary survey of sterilization and anesthetic gas administration operations was conducted at the Veteran's Administration Medical Center, (SIC-8062), Cincinnati, Ohio on September 29, 1982. (cdc.gov)
Products1
Aeration of supplies and materials after sterilization was performed to eliminate hazardous residual quantities of EtO and its reaction products, ethylene-glycol (107211) and ethylene- chlorohydrin (107073). (cdc.gov)
Heat3
One of the first steps toward modernized sterilization was made by Nicolas Appert, who discovered that application of heat over a suitable period slowed the decay of foods and various liquids, preserving them for safe consumption for a longer time than was typical. (wikipedia.org)
Steam sterilization, also known as moist heat sterilization, uses heated saturated steam under pressure to inactivate or kill microorganisms via denaturation of macromolecules, primarily proteins. (wikipedia.org)
Definition: Sterilization: Killing or removing all forms of microbial life (including endospores) in a material or an object. (idoc.pub)
Method2
Using the overkill method, sterilization is performed by sterilizing for longer than is required to kill the bioburden present on or in the item being sterilized. (wikipedia.org)
Sterilisation of foods before placing in the container Sterilisation of foods in containers can be done by following methods: a) Indirect heating by saturated steam: It is a common method. (idoc.pub)
Steam sterilization7
Most medical and surgical devices used in healthcare facilities are made of materials that are able to go under steam sterilization. (wikipedia.org)
For steam sterilization (see below) typically the temperature, in degrees Celsius, is given as an index. (wikipedia.org)
Steam sterilization, also known as moist heat sterilization, uses heated saturated steam under pressure to inactivate or kill microorganisms via denaturation of macromolecules, primarily proteins. (wikipedia.org)
Steam sterilization is performed using an autoclave, sometimes called a converter or steam sterilizer. (wikipedia.org)
Steam sterilization cycles can be categorized as either pre-vacuum or gravity displacement. (wikipedia.org)
All our spices undergo Steam Sterilization which 95% of other spices available in the market don't offer. (justgoodfood.shop)
Steam Sterilization removes all kinds of micro-bacterial growth and helps retain natural qualities of spices without ever having to use any harmful chemicals. (justgoodfood.shop)
Carcinogenic2
Steam Sterilisation technology, though complicated, offers none of the carcinogenic drawbacks of Irradiation and Fumigation. (justgoodfood.shop)
However, one by-product of its application is the formation of Ethyl Chlorohydrin, a Carcinogen, which is formed in high levels in some spices as they are treated (FDA has banned its use on Basil, since the reside of the carcinogenic compound approaches 1000 parts per million or 1 part per thousand. (justgoodfood.shop)
Concentrations1
During the sterilization exhaust cycle, EtO concentrations ranged from 0 to 18 parts per million (ppm). (cdc.gov)
Microorganisms2
Sterilization (or sterilisation) refers to any process that removes, kills, or deactivates all forms of life (particularly microorganisms such as fungi, bacteria, spores, and unicellular eukaryotic organisms) and other biological agents such as prions present in or on a specific surface, object, or fluid. (wikipedia.org)
The aim of sterilization is the reduction of initially present microorganisms or other potential pathogens. (wikipedia.org)
Fluid2
Preparation of injectable medications and intravenous solutions for fluid replacement therapy requires not only sterility but also well-designed containers to prevent entry of adventitious agents after initial product sterilization. (wikipedia.org)
HYPERBRANCHED ETHYLENE-BASED OILS AND GREASES - A process to prepare a relatively inexpensive utility fluid comprises contacting together ethylene and a coordination-insertion catalyst and, optionally, an alpha-olefin, in a continuously-fed backmixed reactor zone under conditions such that a mixture of a hyperbranched oligomer and a branched oligomer is formed. (patentsencyclopedia.com)
Materials1
Aeration of supplies and materials after sterilization was performed to eliminate hazardous residual quantities of EtO and its reaction products, ethylene-glycol (107211) and ethylene- chlorohydrin (107073). (cdc.gov)
High1
Many components of instruments used on spacecraft cannot withstand very high temperatures, so techniques not requiring excessive temperatures are used as tolerated, including heating to at least 120 °C (248 °F), chemical sterilization, oxidization, ultraviolet, and irradiation. (wikipedia.org)
Test1
Can your spice pass the Steam Sterilisation and Cold Grinding test? (justgoodfood.shop)
Application1
One of the first steps toward modernized sterilization was made by Nicolas Appert, who discovered that application of heat over a suitable period slowed the decay of foods and various liquids, preserving them for safe consumption for a longer time than was typical. (wikipedia.org)