This chapter contains sterilization techniques : physical - heat , filtration and radiations and chemical methods of sterilization in simple concise way so that mode of action is understood .
This document discusses various methods of sterilization that are important in pharmaceutical applications. It describes heat sterilization methods including moist heat using steam and dry heat. Other methods discussed are gaseous sterilization using ethylene oxide or formaldehyde, liquid sterilization using peracetic acid or hydrogen peroxide, radiation sterilization using gamma rays or UV light, and filtration sterilization using membrane filters. Tests for sterility including membrane filtration and direct transfer methods are also summarized along with considerations for evaluating sterilization methods.
This document provides information on sterilization, disinfection, and antisepsis in dentistry. It discusses the classification of dental instruments as critical, semi-critical, or non-critical based on the risk of infection. Critical instruments that contact bone or tissue must be sterilized after each use, while semi-critical instruments touching mucosa can be high-level disinfected. Non-critical instruments contacting intact skin require low-level disinfection. Common sterilization methods like moist heat via autoclaving and dry heat are described. Autoclaving uses pressurized steam to sterilize at 121-134°C, while dry heat uses hot air ovens or flaming. Chemical indicators, biological indicators,
This document discusses various terms and methods related to sterilization. It defines sterilization as making a substance free from all microorganisms, and discusses different related terms such as disinfection, antisepsis, and decontamination. It then describes various sterilization methods including thermal or heat methods using dry heat or moist heat, radiation, filtration, and gaseous methods. Specific sterilization tools and processes are explained, such as autoclaving, hot air ovens, and the use of ethylene oxide gas. The key advantages and disadvantages of different sterilization methods are also summarized.
The above PPT includes different methods of sterilization- Dry heat, Moist heat, Radiation and Chemical methods. It also includes principle and working of hot air oven and autoclave.
Sterilization is the process of removing or destroying all forms of microorganisms like bacteria, fungi and viruses. It uses physical, chemical and mechanical methods to destroy microbes. Physical methods include heat sterilization using moist heat (autoclaving) or dry heat. Radiation sterilization uses gamma rays, x-rays or UV light. Chemical sterilization employs gases like ethylene oxide or liquids like alcohol and phenol. Proper sterilization is essential for disinfecting medical equipment and surgical tools to prevent infection.
This document discusses various methods of sterilization and disinfection. Sterilization aims to remove all microorganisms, while disinfection targets pathogenic organisms. Physical methods include heat, filtration, and radiation. Chemical agents like alcohols, aldehydes, halogens, and phenols can also be used. Moist heat via autoclaving under pressure is effective at sterilizing materials like instruments. Chemical disinfectants are commonly used to prevent infections on skin and wounds. Proper sterilization and disinfection are important for removing microbes from medical supplies and clinical environments.
This document discusses various methods of sterilization that are important in pharmaceutical applications. It describes heat sterilization methods including moist heat using steam and dry heat. Other methods discussed are gaseous sterilization using ethylene oxide or formaldehyde, liquid sterilization using peracetic acid or hydrogen peroxide, radiation sterilization using gamma rays or UV light, and filtration sterilization using membrane filters. Tests for sterility including membrane filtration and direct transfer methods are also summarized along with considerations for evaluating sterilization methods.
This document provides information on sterilization, disinfection, and antisepsis in dentistry. It discusses the classification of dental instruments as critical, semi-critical, or non-critical based on the risk of infection. Critical instruments that contact bone or tissue must be sterilized after each use, while semi-critical instruments touching mucosa can be high-level disinfected. Non-critical instruments contacting intact skin require low-level disinfection. Common sterilization methods like moist heat via autoclaving and dry heat are described. Autoclaving uses pressurized steam to sterilize at 121-134°C, while dry heat uses hot air ovens or flaming. Chemical indicators, biological indicators,
This document discusses various terms and methods related to sterilization. It defines sterilization as making a substance free from all microorganisms, and discusses different related terms such as disinfection, antisepsis, and decontamination. It then describes various sterilization methods including thermal or heat methods using dry heat or moist heat, radiation, filtration, and gaseous methods. Specific sterilization tools and processes are explained, such as autoclaving, hot air ovens, and the use of ethylene oxide gas. The key advantages and disadvantages of different sterilization methods are also summarized.
The above PPT includes different methods of sterilization- Dry heat, Moist heat, Radiation and Chemical methods. It also includes principle and working of hot air oven and autoclave.
Sterilization is the process of removing or destroying all forms of microorganisms like bacteria, fungi and viruses. It uses physical, chemical and mechanical methods to destroy microbes. Physical methods include heat sterilization using moist heat (autoclaving) or dry heat. Radiation sterilization uses gamma rays, x-rays or UV light. Chemical sterilization employs gases like ethylene oxide or liquids like alcohol and phenol. Proper sterilization is essential for disinfecting medical equipment and surgical tools to prevent infection.
This document discusses various methods of sterilization and disinfection. Sterilization aims to remove all microorganisms, while disinfection targets pathogenic organisms. Physical methods include heat, filtration, and radiation. Chemical agents like alcohols, aldehydes, halogens, and phenols can also be used. Moist heat via autoclaving under pressure is effective at sterilizing materials like instruments. Chemical disinfectants are commonly used to prevent infections on skin and wounds. Proper sterilization and disinfection are important for removing microbes from medical supplies and clinical environments.
Sterilization Process and methods of sterilizationShahnawaz Ahmad
Presented by Shahnawaz Ahmad.
Various methods of sterilization used in microbiology or other field.
contents ;
terms used in sterilization
types of sterilization
physical method
chemical method
radiation
filtration
gaseous.
This document discusses sterilization methods for infection control in medical offices. It states that instrument sterilization is an important part of infection control. The main sterilization methods discussed are steam under pressure, dry heat, chemical vapor, and ethylene oxide gas. It provides details on cleaning, packaging, and monitoring instruments to ensure effective sterilization. Biological indicators that test for microbial kill are emphasized as the ultimate criteria for verifying sterilization.
This document discusses various physical sterilization methods. It begins by explaining why sterilization is needed to remove or destroy microorganisms that can cause infection. It then describes different physical sterilization techniques like heat, radiation, and filtration. It provides details on specific heat-based methods for sterilizing different materials and lists the most common physical sterilization methods.
An autoclave is a device invented by Charles Chamberland in 1884 that uses steam under pressure to sterilize surgical equipment, laboratory instruments, and other materials. Autoclaves expose items to increasing temperatures under high pressure until 121°C is reached, then hold the steam for 15-20 minutes to eliminate microorganisms through physical sterilization methods. Autoclaving provides a dependable way to sterilize laboratory glassware, medical instruments, and other items.
The document summarizes sterilization using an autoclave. It explains that an autoclave uses high pressure and high temperature steam to kill microorganisms. It works by raising the boiling point of water when under pressure, allowing it to reach temperatures high enough to kill bacteria, viruses and fungal spores. The document outlines the main components of an autoclave, including the heating element, temperature controller and pressure sensor. It describes the working process where steam is generated and raises the temperature and pressure to 121.5°C for 15-30 minutes to effectively sterilize materials. Different types of autoclaves and sterilization methods, both dry and wet, are also summarized.
This document discusses various chemical sterilization methods. It describes different classes of chemicals used for sterilization like alcohols, aldehydes, dyes, halogens, phenols, gases, and their mechanisms of action. Some commonly used chemicals are ethanol, formaldehyde, glutaraldehyde, iodine, chlorine, hydrogen peroxide. Ethylene oxide and formaldehyde gas are used for fumigation. The factors affecting potency of disinfectants like concentration, time, temperature are also mentioned.
The autoclave is a piece of equipment used to sterilize objects through high pressure, temperature, and steam. It works by placing instruments in a chamber and circulating steam at over 120°C for 15 minutes to kill all microorganisms and spores. There are two cycles - gravity which is fast and used for dry goods, and liquid which slowly releases steam to prevent boiling sterilized liquids. Common materials sterilized are glassware, surgical tools, and waste while incompatible items include solvents, chlorides, and non-stainless steel.
This document discusses sterilization methods used in dentistry, focusing on autoclaves. It describes how autoclaves use steam under pressure and high heat to sterilize instruments in 15-20 minutes. Two main types are discussed: downward displacement and vacuum. Proper use requires loading, pressurizing to 15 PSI and heating to 121 degrees Celsius for 30 minutes to effectively kill microbes. Autoclaves provide rapid and effective sterilization but items must be heat tolerant and safety precautions like protective equipment are important when using the high pressure and temperature equipment.
The autoclave uses steam under pressure to sterilize laboratory equipment and supplies. It operates by generating saturated steam at high temperatures, typically 121°C, which is able to destroy all microbial life, including bacterial spores. There are two main types - horizontal autoclaves that use downward displacement of air, and vacuum-assisted autoclaves that remove air via vacuum before introducing steam. Proper loading and maintenance are required to ensure effective sterilization.
Importance of sterilization and its guidelinesRajKumar4943
Sterilization and disinfection are the basic components of hospital infection control activities. Every day, a number of hospitals are performing various surgical procedures. Even more number of invasive procedures are being performed in different health care facilities. The medical device or the surgical instrument that comes in contact with the sterile tissue or the mucus membrane of the patient during the various processes is associated with increased risk of introduction of pathogens into the patient's body. Moreover, there is chance of transmission of infection from patient to patient; from patient or to health care personnel, and vice versa; or from the environment to the patient through the improper sterilized or disinfected devices. Hence, medical personnel, laboratory people and the health care providers should have better knowledge regarding these techniques to prevent the spread of these pathogens.
The document discusses various methods of sterilization including physical, chemical, and mechanical methods. Physical sterilization methods include dry heat sterilization using hot air ovens at 160°C for 2 hours, and moist heat sterilization using autoclaves pressurized with steam at temperatures between 115-135°C. Radiation sterilization can utilize ultraviolet light or ionizing radiation. Chemical methods involve heating with bactericides, while mechanical filtration uses ceramic, glass or metal filters to sterilize parenteral preparations. Proper packaging and conditions are required for effective sterilization using these various methods.
Sterilization kills all microbes including spores, while disinfection kills most pathogens but not necessarily all spores. Sterilization methods include heat (dry heat, moist heat like autoclaving), radiation, filtration, gases (ethylene oxide), and plasma. Autoclaving at 121°C for 20 minutes is the most effective sterilization method. Other methods like dry heat, boiling, filtration and chemicals are used for heat-sensitive items or liquids. Proper monitoring of the sterilization process is important to ensure complete sterilization.
This document discusses sterilization and various sterilization methods. It defines sterilization as making something free from all microorganisms, including bacteria and spores. It then describes different terms used in sterilization like disinfection, antisepsis, and discusses physical sterilization methods like dry heat, moist heat and radiation. Chemical sterilization methods using agents like alcohol, aldehydes, dyes, halogens and phenols are also outlined. Finally, the document briefly discusses the mechanical sterilization method of passing solutions through filters to remove microorganisms.
Sterilization techniques .TYPES .MERTIES. AND DIMERTIES AND APPLICATION......PALANIANANTH.S
This document discusses sterilization techniques. It defines sterilization as any process that eliminates transmissible agents like bacteria and viruses. The main methods of sterilization discussed are physical (heat, radiation, filtration) and chemical (gaseous). Heat sterilization through moist heat like autoclaving and dry heat is the most widely used method. Radiation uses gamma rays or electrons to sterilize heat-sensitive products. Filtration removes microbes from liquids and gases. Gaseous sterilization uses chemicals like ethylene oxide or formaldehyde that react with microbes. Sterilization is important in medicine to prevent disease transmission and growth and avoid additional surgeries.
The document summarizes the use of autoclaves for sterilizing equipment through high pressure and steam. It discusses how autoclaves work to kill microorganisms using moist heat. It also provides guidance on loading, operating cycles and safety precautions for autoclaves. Examples of autoclave use in laboratories, hospitals, industries and microbiology are outlined.
The document discusses sterilization and disinfection methods. Sterilization kills all microorganisms including bacterial spores, while disinfection kills most pathogens but not spores. Methods of sterilization include physical methods like radiation, filtration and heat as well as chemical methods. Radiation can be ionizing or non-ionizing, with UV rays used for surface disinfection. Filtration removes microbes using depth or membrane filters. Heat sterilization is reliable, with dry heat applied to thermostable items in hot air ovens at 160-170°C for 2-3 hours.
contents:
Introduction;
Historical Background;
Definitions;
Factors That Influence Degree Of Sterilization;
Classification of Instruments;
Instrument washer;
Thermal disinfectors;
Objectives;
How sterilization works;
New methods of sterilization;
New methods of sterilization;
Monitors of sterilization;
Dental radiology asepsis;
Laboratory asepsis;
Precautions by operator;
Disposal of waste;
Osha standards;
Handpiece sterilization;
Ultrasonic scalars asepsis;
GTR membranes, Implants, Bone Grafts presterilization ;
Conclusion;
References.
This document discusses new sterilization methods. It begins by defining sterilization and traditional physical methods like heat and radiation sterilization. It then covers some new chemical methods like Surfacine, which uses silver ions to kill microbes, and superoxidized water produced through electrolysis. Other new methods discussed include gas plasma sterilization, pulsed light, and chlorine dioxide. The document aims to provide an overview of recent advances in sterilization techniques beyond traditional heat and radiation.
This document discusses various methods of sterilization and disinfection. It defines key terms like sterilization, disinfection, disinfectant, antiseptic and aseptic. The major physical methods of sterilization described are heat (dry and moist), filtration and radiation. The chemical methods discussed are alcohols, aldehydes, phenols, halogens, oxidizing agents, salts, surface active agents, dyes and gases. Specific sterilization techniques like autoclaving, hot air oven, tyndallization are explained in detail.
This document discusses sterilization and disinfection methods. It defines sterilization as making something free of all microorganisms, while disinfection reduces microorganisms to non-harmful levels. Physical sterilization methods discussed include heat, radiation, filtration and ozone. Chemical sterilization agents include alcohols, aldehydes, phenols and halogens. Autoclaving uses high-temperature steam under pressure to reliably kill microbes on materials like instruments and media. Proper temperature and time are needed for effective sterilization.
Sterilization Process and methods of sterilizationShahnawaz Ahmad
Presented by Shahnawaz Ahmad.
Various methods of sterilization used in microbiology or other field.
contents ;
terms used in sterilization
types of sterilization
physical method
chemical method
radiation
filtration
gaseous.
This document discusses sterilization methods for infection control in medical offices. It states that instrument sterilization is an important part of infection control. The main sterilization methods discussed are steam under pressure, dry heat, chemical vapor, and ethylene oxide gas. It provides details on cleaning, packaging, and monitoring instruments to ensure effective sterilization. Biological indicators that test for microbial kill are emphasized as the ultimate criteria for verifying sterilization.
This document discusses various physical sterilization methods. It begins by explaining why sterilization is needed to remove or destroy microorganisms that can cause infection. It then describes different physical sterilization techniques like heat, radiation, and filtration. It provides details on specific heat-based methods for sterilizing different materials and lists the most common physical sterilization methods.
An autoclave is a device invented by Charles Chamberland in 1884 that uses steam under pressure to sterilize surgical equipment, laboratory instruments, and other materials. Autoclaves expose items to increasing temperatures under high pressure until 121°C is reached, then hold the steam for 15-20 minutes to eliminate microorganisms through physical sterilization methods. Autoclaving provides a dependable way to sterilize laboratory glassware, medical instruments, and other items.
The document summarizes sterilization using an autoclave. It explains that an autoclave uses high pressure and high temperature steam to kill microorganisms. It works by raising the boiling point of water when under pressure, allowing it to reach temperatures high enough to kill bacteria, viruses and fungal spores. The document outlines the main components of an autoclave, including the heating element, temperature controller and pressure sensor. It describes the working process where steam is generated and raises the temperature and pressure to 121.5°C for 15-30 minutes to effectively sterilize materials. Different types of autoclaves and sterilization methods, both dry and wet, are also summarized.
This document discusses various chemical sterilization methods. It describes different classes of chemicals used for sterilization like alcohols, aldehydes, dyes, halogens, phenols, gases, and their mechanisms of action. Some commonly used chemicals are ethanol, formaldehyde, glutaraldehyde, iodine, chlorine, hydrogen peroxide. Ethylene oxide and formaldehyde gas are used for fumigation. The factors affecting potency of disinfectants like concentration, time, temperature are also mentioned.
The autoclave is a piece of equipment used to sterilize objects through high pressure, temperature, and steam. It works by placing instruments in a chamber and circulating steam at over 120°C for 15 minutes to kill all microorganisms and spores. There are two cycles - gravity which is fast and used for dry goods, and liquid which slowly releases steam to prevent boiling sterilized liquids. Common materials sterilized are glassware, surgical tools, and waste while incompatible items include solvents, chlorides, and non-stainless steel.
This document discusses sterilization methods used in dentistry, focusing on autoclaves. It describes how autoclaves use steam under pressure and high heat to sterilize instruments in 15-20 minutes. Two main types are discussed: downward displacement and vacuum. Proper use requires loading, pressurizing to 15 PSI and heating to 121 degrees Celsius for 30 minutes to effectively kill microbes. Autoclaves provide rapid and effective sterilization but items must be heat tolerant and safety precautions like protective equipment are important when using the high pressure and temperature equipment.
The autoclave uses steam under pressure to sterilize laboratory equipment and supplies. It operates by generating saturated steam at high temperatures, typically 121°C, which is able to destroy all microbial life, including bacterial spores. There are two main types - horizontal autoclaves that use downward displacement of air, and vacuum-assisted autoclaves that remove air via vacuum before introducing steam. Proper loading and maintenance are required to ensure effective sterilization.
Importance of sterilization and its guidelinesRajKumar4943
Sterilization and disinfection are the basic components of hospital infection control activities. Every day, a number of hospitals are performing various surgical procedures. Even more number of invasive procedures are being performed in different health care facilities. The medical device or the surgical instrument that comes in contact with the sterile tissue or the mucus membrane of the patient during the various processes is associated with increased risk of introduction of pathogens into the patient's body. Moreover, there is chance of transmission of infection from patient to patient; from patient or to health care personnel, and vice versa; or from the environment to the patient through the improper sterilized or disinfected devices. Hence, medical personnel, laboratory people and the health care providers should have better knowledge regarding these techniques to prevent the spread of these pathogens.
The document discusses various methods of sterilization including physical, chemical, and mechanical methods. Physical sterilization methods include dry heat sterilization using hot air ovens at 160°C for 2 hours, and moist heat sterilization using autoclaves pressurized with steam at temperatures between 115-135°C. Radiation sterilization can utilize ultraviolet light or ionizing radiation. Chemical methods involve heating with bactericides, while mechanical filtration uses ceramic, glass or metal filters to sterilize parenteral preparations. Proper packaging and conditions are required for effective sterilization using these various methods.
Sterilization kills all microbes including spores, while disinfection kills most pathogens but not necessarily all spores. Sterilization methods include heat (dry heat, moist heat like autoclaving), radiation, filtration, gases (ethylene oxide), and plasma. Autoclaving at 121°C for 20 minutes is the most effective sterilization method. Other methods like dry heat, boiling, filtration and chemicals are used for heat-sensitive items or liquids. Proper monitoring of the sterilization process is important to ensure complete sterilization.
This document discusses sterilization and various sterilization methods. It defines sterilization as making something free from all microorganisms, including bacteria and spores. It then describes different terms used in sterilization like disinfection, antisepsis, and discusses physical sterilization methods like dry heat, moist heat and radiation. Chemical sterilization methods using agents like alcohol, aldehydes, dyes, halogens and phenols are also outlined. Finally, the document briefly discusses the mechanical sterilization method of passing solutions through filters to remove microorganisms.
Sterilization techniques .TYPES .MERTIES. AND DIMERTIES AND APPLICATION......PALANIANANTH.S
This document discusses sterilization techniques. It defines sterilization as any process that eliminates transmissible agents like bacteria and viruses. The main methods of sterilization discussed are physical (heat, radiation, filtration) and chemical (gaseous). Heat sterilization through moist heat like autoclaving and dry heat is the most widely used method. Radiation uses gamma rays or electrons to sterilize heat-sensitive products. Filtration removes microbes from liquids and gases. Gaseous sterilization uses chemicals like ethylene oxide or formaldehyde that react with microbes. Sterilization is important in medicine to prevent disease transmission and growth and avoid additional surgeries.
The document summarizes the use of autoclaves for sterilizing equipment through high pressure and steam. It discusses how autoclaves work to kill microorganisms using moist heat. It also provides guidance on loading, operating cycles and safety precautions for autoclaves. Examples of autoclave use in laboratories, hospitals, industries and microbiology are outlined.
The document discusses sterilization and disinfection methods. Sterilization kills all microorganisms including bacterial spores, while disinfection kills most pathogens but not spores. Methods of sterilization include physical methods like radiation, filtration and heat as well as chemical methods. Radiation can be ionizing or non-ionizing, with UV rays used for surface disinfection. Filtration removes microbes using depth or membrane filters. Heat sterilization is reliable, with dry heat applied to thermostable items in hot air ovens at 160-170°C for 2-3 hours.
contents:
Introduction;
Historical Background;
Definitions;
Factors That Influence Degree Of Sterilization;
Classification of Instruments;
Instrument washer;
Thermal disinfectors;
Objectives;
How sterilization works;
New methods of sterilization;
New methods of sterilization;
Monitors of sterilization;
Dental radiology asepsis;
Laboratory asepsis;
Precautions by operator;
Disposal of waste;
Osha standards;
Handpiece sterilization;
Ultrasonic scalars asepsis;
GTR membranes, Implants, Bone Grafts presterilization ;
Conclusion;
References.
This document discusses new sterilization methods. It begins by defining sterilization and traditional physical methods like heat and radiation sterilization. It then covers some new chemical methods like Surfacine, which uses silver ions to kill microbes, and superoxidized water produced through electrolysis. Other new methods discussed include gas plasma sterilization, pulsed light, and chlorine dioxide. The document aims to provide an overview of recent advances in sterilization techniques beyond traditional heat and radiation.
This document discusses various methods of sterilization and disinfection. It defines key terms like sterilization, disinfection, disinfectant, antiseptic and aseptic. The major physical methods of sterilization described are heat (dry and moist), filtration and radiation. The chemical methods discussed are alcohols, aldehydes, phenols, halogens, oxidizing agents, salts, surface active agents, dyes and gases. Specific sterilization techniques like autoclaving, hot air oven, tyndallization are explained in detail.
This document discusses sterilization and disinfection methods. It defines sterilization as making something free of all microorganisms, while disinfection reduces microorganisms to non-harmful levels. Physical sterilization methods discussed include heat, radiation, filtration and ozone. Chemical sterilization agents include alcohols, aldehydes, phenols and halogens. Autoclaving uses high-temperature steam under pressure to reliably kill microbes on materials like instruments and media. Proper temperature and time are needed for effective sterilization.
The document discusses various methods for sterilization and disinfection. It begins by explaining that most medical devices are heat sterilized using steam, but some materials like plastics require low-temperature sterilization. It then describes several physical methods like heat, radiation, and filtration. It also outlines some common chemical disinfecting agents like alcohol, aldehydes, phenols, halogens, and dyes. The document provides details on sterilization techniques like autoclaving and their mechanisms of action.
This document discusses various physical sterilization methods including drying, dry heat, moist heat, filtration, and radiation. Dry heat methods include flaming, incineration, and hot air ovens which use high temperatures to denature proteins and kill microorganisms. Moist heat methods like pasteurization, boiling, tyndallization, and autoclaving apply steam under pressure to achieve sterilization. Filtration techniques remove bacteria using filters of varying porosity. Radiation sterilization employs either non-ionizing radiation like infrared and UV or ionizing radiation such as X-rays and gamma rays which damage DNA and kill microbes.
This document discusses sterilization and disinfection in dentistry. It defines sterilization as removing all microorganisms and disinfection as removing pathogens. It describes various sterilization methods like heat, radiation, filtration and chemicals. Heat methods include dry heat using devices like hot air ovens and moist heat using autoclaves. Proper sterilization of dental instruments and impressions is important to prevent infection.
This document discusses various methods of sterilization, including physical methods like heat, radiation, filtration and chemical methods. Heat-based methods include dry heat using an oven or flame and moist heat using autoclaving, boiling, or pasteurization. Radiation methods use gamma rays, UV light, or infrared radiation. Filtration can sterilize heat-sensitive solutions using depth or membrane filters. Common chemical sterilization methods involve the use of chemicals like ethylene oxide, hydrogen peroxide, or glutaraldehyde. The Most Probable Number technique and Membrane Filter technique are also discussed for enumerating bacteria in water samples.
Sterilization is the process of eliminating all forms of life through heat, chemicals, irradiation, high pressure, or filtration. There are physical methods like heat and radiation, chemical methods, and gaseous methods. Moist heat sterilization in an autoclave uses pressurized steam at 121-134°C for 15-30 minutes to destroy microorganisms through protein denaturation. Dry heat sterilization in a hot air oven requires higher temperatures like 160°C for 60 minutes and uses conduction and convection to penetrate materials and kill microbes through oxidative damage. Both methods are effective at sterilizing heat-stable items but moist heat is more rapid while dry heat is used for items that cannot get
sterilization pharmaceuticals by various methodsSasidharRlc2
This document discusses sterilization and disinfection methods. It defines sterilization as killing all microorganisms including bacterial spores, while disinfection kills most but not all pathogens. Common sterilization methods include autoclaving using steam heat at 121°C for 15 minutes, ethylene oxide gas for heat-sensitive items, and filtration. Disinfectants range from corrosive phenol to less toxic alcohols and iodine. Chemical agents for sterilization include alcohols, phenols, heavy metals, oxidizing agents, halogens, and aldehydes. Experiments are described to test the effectiveness of disinfectants like phenol and alcohol against E. coli
Sterilization: It is defined as the process by which an article, surface or medium is freed of all living microorganisms either in the vegetative or spore state.
Disinfection: The destruction or removal of all pathogenic organisms, or organisms capable of giving rise to infection.
Antisepsis: The prevention of infection , usually by inhibiting the growth of bacteria in wounds or tissues.
Sterilization and disinfection are important processes in microbiology. Sterilization kills all microorganisms including bacterial spores, while disinfection kills most pathogens. Common sterilization methods include autoclaving using steam heat above 100°C, ethylene oxide or hydrogen peroxide gas, filtration, and radiation. Disinfectants vary in toxicity from phenol to ethanol and iodine. An experiment tested the effectiveness of disinfectants like phenol, alcohol, hydrogen peroxide and Lysol against Escherichia coli and Bacillus subtilis over time to determine appropriate exposure times needed to kill different microorganisms.
This document discusses various physical sterilization methods including heat, radiation, and filtration. It focuses on moist heat sterilization methods such as autoclaving, which uses steam under pressure at 121°C for 15 minutes to reliably kill microorganisms. Proper sterilization requires validation using biological indicators like Bacillus stearothermophilus spores to confirm sterilization conditions achieve a 6 log reduction in microorganisms. Physical sterilization methods are effective at eliminating pathogens but can damage heat or moisture sensitive materials so the appropriate method must be selected.
Sterilization and disinfection are important processes in microbiology. Sterilization kills all microorganisms including bacterial spores, while disinfection kills most pathogens. Common sterilization methods include autoclaving using steam heat above 100°C, ethylene oxide or hydrogen peroxide gas, and filtration. Disinfectants vary in toxicity from phenol to ethanol and iodine. An experiment tested the effectiveness of various disinfectants including phenol, alcohol, hydrogen peroxide and Lysol against Escherichia coli and Bacillus subtilis over different exposure times. Results were recorded to determine the best methods and minimum times needed to kill different microorganisms.
The document summarizes different sterilization methods, including hot air ovens, autoclaves, and filtration. Hot air ovens use dry heat at 160°C for 2 hours to sterilize materials like glassware and surgical instruments. Autoclaves use high-pressure steam at 121°C for 15 minutes, which is effective for liquids and heat-sensitive materials. Filtration methods like depth filters and membrane filters physically remove microorganisms from liquids using fibers or porous membranes with pores smaller than bacteria.
This document discusses various sterilization methods used in hospitals including physical, chemical, and radiation-based methods. Physical sterilization methods include heat sterilization using dry heat like hot air ovens or moist heat like autoclaves. Chemical sterilization uses disinfecting agents like alcohols, aldehydes, and phenols. Radiation sterilization employs ionizing radiation from X-rays or gamma rays and non-ionizing radiation like UV rays. Proper sterilization is essential for destroying microorganisms on medical equipment and surfaces to prevent contamination and infection in hospitals.
Sterilization is a process that removes or kills all forms of microbial life. Physical sterilization methods include heat, radiation, filtration, and ozone. Heat sterilization can be dry heat in an oven or moist heat using an autoclave. Chemical sterilization uses alcohols, aldehydes, phenols, halogens, and oxidizing agents. Sterilization is important for surgical and diagnostic equipment, microbiology media and reagents, and other medical materials to eliminate microorganisms. Proper validation of the sterilization process is required to ensure effectiveness.
he culture media are classified in many different ways: Based on the physical state Liquid media Solid media Semisolid media Based on the presence or absence of oxygen Anaerobic media Aerobic media Based on nutritional factors Simple media Synthetic media Complex
this power point is useful to understand the theorical concept of a sterilization & disinfection ,autoclave for nursing students......hope it will be useful for you.
principles of sterilization, concepts, various types of sterilization methodsSasidharRlc2
Sterilization refers to any process that eliminates transmissible agents like bacteria, viruses, and fungi. There are several methods of sterilization, including heat, radiation, filtration, and chemicals. Heat sterilization is the most common method and involves the use of dry heat or moist heat to kill microorganisms. Moist heat in the form of steam under pressure, as used in an autoclave, is effective at penetrating materials and achieving sterilization. Other methods include radiation like UV light or gamma rays, filtration through fine filters to physically remove microbes, and chemicals like ethylene oxide gas that sterilize without heat.
When I was asked to give a companion lecture in support of ‘The Philosophy of Science’ (https://shorturl.at/4pUXz) I decided not to walk through the detail of the many methodologies in order of use. Instead, I chose to employ a long standing, and ongoing, scientific development as an exemplar. And so, I chose the ever evolving story of Thermodynamics as a scientific investigation at its best.
Conducted over a period of >200 years, Thermodynamics R&D, and application, benefitted from the highest levels of professionalism, collaboration, and technical thoroughness. New layers of application, methodology, and practice were made possible by the progressive advance of technology. In turn, this has seen measurement and modelling accuracy continually improved at a micro and macro level.
Perhaps most importantly, Thermodynamics rapidly became a primary tool in the advance of applied science/engineering/technology, spanning micro-tech, to aerospace and cosmology. I can think of no better a story to illustrate the breadth of scientific methodologies and applications at their best.
Describing and Interpreting an Immersive Learning Case with the Immersion Cub...Leonel Morgado
Current descriptions of immersive learning cases are often difficult or impossible to compare. This is due to a myriad of different options on what details to include, which aspects are relevant, and on the descriptive approaches employed. Also, these aspects often combine very specific details with more general guidelines or indicate intents and rationales without clarifying their implementation. In this paper we provide a method to describe immersive learning cases that is structured to enable comparisons, yet flexible enough to allow researchers and practitioners to decide which aspects to include. This method leverages a taxonomy that classifies educational aspects at three levels (uses, practices, and strategies) and then utilizes two frameworks, the Immersive Learning Brain and the Immersion Cube, to enable a structured description and interpretation of immersive learning cases. The method is then demonstrated on a published immersive learning case on training for wind turbine maintenance using virtual reality. Applying the method results in a structured artifact, the Immersive Learning Case Sheet, that tags the case with its proximal uses, practices, and strategies, and refines the free text case description to ensure that matching details are included. This contribution is thus a case description method in support of future comparative research of immersive learning cases. We then discuss how the resulting description and interpretation can be leveraged to change immersion learning cases, by enriching them (considering low-effort changes or additions) or innovating (exploring more challenging avenues of transformation). The method holds significant promise to support better-grounded research in immersive learning.
PPT on Direct Seeded Rice presented at the three-day 'Training and Validation Workshop on Modules of Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) Technologies in South Asia' workshop on April 22, 2024.
The binding of cosmological structures by massless topological defectsSérgio Sacani
Assuming spherical symmetry and weak field, it is shown that if one solves the Poisson equation or the Einstein field
equations sourced by a topological defect, i.e. a singularity of a very specific form, the result is a localized gravitational
field capable of driving flat rotation (i.e. Keplerian circular orbits at a constant speed for all radii) of test masses on a thin
spherical shell without any underlying mass. Moreover, a large-scale structure which exploits this solution by assembling
concentrically a number of such topological defects can establish a flat stellar or galactic rotation curve, and can also deflect
light in the same manner as an equipotential (isothermal) sphere. Thus, the need for dark matter or modified gravity theory is
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2. • Terms definition
• Physical methods of sterilization
a. Heat sterilization -Dry heat sterilization and Moist heat sterilization.
b. Filtration
c. Radiation (Ionizing and Non ionising)
• Chemical methods of sterilization
a. Alcohols
b. Aldehydes
c. Phenols
d. Halogens
e. Metallic salts
f. Quaternary ammonium compounds
g. Sterilizing gases
3. Sterilization
• is complete killing, or removal, of all living organisms from a
particular location or material.
• In this process all the living microorganisms, including bacterial
spores are killed.
• It can be achieved by Physical methods like - heat –moist and dry
heat ,filtration ,radiations and by use of chemicals.
4. Terms used in sterilization
• Antimicrobial agent - a natural or synthetic substance that kills or
inhibits the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and algae
• Sanitizer is a substance or fluid used to kill germs on skin and objects.
E.g.: Alcohol is used as hand sanitizer .
• Germicide is an agent that kills pathogenic microorganisms .
The term germicide includes both antiseptics and disinfectants.
• Antiseptics are germicides applied to living tissue and skin
• Disinfectants are applied only to inanimate objects.
5. • Microbicidal is the process or an agent that kills the microorganism.
• Bactericidal agents that kill bacteria but not necessarily
bacterial endospores.
• Microbiostatic : Microbiostatic is an agent that inhibits the growth
and reproduction of the microorganism.
• Bacteriostatic: agents that inhibit the multiplication of the
bacteria without killing them.
6. Physical methods of Sterilization
a. Heat- Dry heat and Moist heat.
b. Filteration
c. Radiations
7. Factors affecting sterilization by heat:
• Nature of heat
• Temperature and time
• Number of microorganisms
• Nature of microorganism
• Type of material
8. a. Sterilization by Heat :
• Dry heat acts by protein denaturation and oxidative damage
• Moist heat acts by coagulation and denaturation of proteins.
• Moist heat is superior to dry heat in action.
• TDT(Thermal Death Time) is the minimum time required to kill a population
of microorganisms at a predetermined temperature in a specified
environment.
• TDP (Thermal Death Point ) is the lowest temperature required to kill a
population of microbes when applied for a specific time.
9. I .Dry Heat Sterilization
1. Red heat
2. Flaming
3. Incineration
4. Hot air oven
10. 1.Red heat
Here the article is sterilized by holding them in Bunsen flame till
they become red hot. E.g.: Inoculating Loops.
2. Flaming
Here the articles are sterilized by passing over a Bunsen flame.
E.g. : slides
3.Incineration:
Here contaminated material are destroyed by burning them in incinerator
E.g.: pathological material and bedding .
4. Hot air oven
Here sterilizing is by conduction. The heat is absorbed by the outside
surface of the item, then passes towards the centre of the item, layer by
layer. The entire item will eventually reach the temperature required for
sterilization to take place.
11. • Hot Air Oven consist of three walls and a door made of gun metal
that insulate and keep the heat in .
• An air circulating fan helps in uniform distribution of the heat.
• These are fitted with aluminum trays as well as they have
thermostat and controls for temperature and holding time.
• Articles to be sterilized are exposed to high temperature [160°c] for
duration of 1 hour.
• Dry heat causes oxidation of cell constituents and high
temperature causes denaturation of proteins and enzymes.
12. • Articles to be sterilized must be perfectly dry before placing them to
avoid breakage.
• Articles must be placed at sufficient distance so as to allow free
circulation of air in between.
• Mouth of flasks, test tubes and both ends of pipettes must be
plugged with cotton wool.
• Articles such as Petri dishes and pipettes may be arranged inside
metal cans and then placed.
• Individual glass articles must be wrapped in Kraft paper or aluminum
foils.
14. II. Moist Heat Sterilization
1.Sterilization at a temperature below 100°C (Pasteurization)
2.Sterilization at a temperature of 100°C ( boiling)
3.Sterilization at a temperature above100°C ( Autoclave, pressure
cooker)
4.Intermittent sterilization(Tyndallisation, Fractional Sterilization )
15. 1.Sterilization at a temperature below 100°C (Pasteurization)
• Pasteurization: is a process that kills the pathogenic bacteria by
heating liquids to a certain temperature for a set period of time.
• Here liquids flavor and food value are retained. It kills only
vegetative forms of bacteria.
1.Low Temperature Long Time (LTLT)- 62.3degree for 30 mins.
2. High Temperature Short Time(HTST)- 72degree for 15 secs.
it is more effective against certain resistant pathogens, such
as Coxiella and Mycobacterium.
3.Ultra High Temperature (UHT)-130 degree for 1 second .
16. 2.Sterilization at a temperature of 100°C ( boiling)
• Boiling: Simple boiling of water for 10–30 minutes kills most of the
vegetative forms of bacteria but not bacterial spores.
• Sterilization by boiling is facilitated by addition of 2% sodium
bicarbonate to water.
• The greatest disadvantage of this method is that the items sterilized
by boiling can be easily recontaminated when removed from water
after boiling
17. 3.Sterilization at temperature above 100°C(Autoclave, Pressure cooker)
A) Autoclave works using steam under pressure.
It kills bacteria, viruses, and even spores present in the material put
inside of the vessel.
• Temperature employed is 121 degree for 20 mins at 15 lbs pressure.
• The high pressure increases the boiling point of water and thus
helps achieve a higher temperature for sterilization
• and moisture present in the steam causes the coagulation of
proteins.
18. An autoclave has:
a. Pressure Chamber :Inner chamber and an outer jacket. Inner chamber
is made up of stainless steel or gunmetal .Outer chamber -iron case
b. Lid/ Door : The purpose of the lid is to seal off the outside the
atmosphere and create a sterilized condition on inside of the autoclave.
Pressure gauge indicate the pressure . Pressure releasing unit/
Whistle:-controls the pressure inside the chamber.
Safety valve :The valve has a thin layer of rubber that bursts itself to
release the pressure and to avoid the danger of explosion when
pressure inside increases.
19. B) Pressure cooker is used in the process of boiling water or any
other liquid to create pressure within the cooker. This pressure
enables temperature to rise quickly and therefore save energy.
• Because of the high temperature, these pressure cookers can be
used for sterilization purposes. Steam can be released from within
the pan to keep a steady temperature.
• A pressure cooker works just as well as autoclaving, especially for
small batches. Just like an autoclave, the pressure cooker
chamber reaches temperatures high enough to kill bacteria and
mold spores.
20. 4.Intermittent sterilization( Tyndallisation)
Tyndallization : It is called intermittent sterilization as it has start and
stop operation. It is also called fractional sterilization Liquids are
sterilized by this method at 100 degree for 30 minutes per day for
three successive days. Here vegetative cells and a few spores are
killed during the first warming and that the more safe spores
subsequently develop and are killed amid either the second or the
third warming. Heat-sensitive culture media containing such materials
as sugars, egg or serum are sterilized by this method.
22. b. Sterilization by Filteration
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.
• A. Filteration of Air
• B. Filteration of Liquids
23. A.Filteration of Air (Laminar Air Flow)
• Laminar Air flow is used for reducing the danger of infection while
working with pathogenic microbes.
• The laminar flow apparatus sucks the air in the room continuously
and blows out the air through a pack of filters called HEPA
Filters.(High Efficiency Particulate Air Filters ).
• HEPA filters the air and does not allow particle above 0.3 mm
dimension to go out.
• Used for transferring of cultures ,inoculation of culture.
24. • Filteration of Liquids
• The liquid is passed through a filter, a device with pores too small
for the passage of microorganisms, but large enough to allow the
passage of the liquid .It is an effective method of sterilization for heat
sensitive liquids.
• Seitz Filters (Asbestos filter)
• Porcelain Filters (Chamberland Filters)
• Sintered Glass Filters (Fritted Glass Filters)
• Diatomaceous earth Filters (Berkefeld )
• Membrane filters.
25. • Seitz Filters (Asbestos filter)
• A bacterial filter made of asbestos and used to sterilize solutions with
out the use of heat.
• Porcelain Filters (Chamberland Filters)
• The filter consists of a permeable unglazed porcelain tube (called
bisque) that contains a ring of enameled porcelain through which the
inflow pipe fits.
• The core of the porcelain is made up of a metal pipe with holes
through which water flows out and is collected.
26. • Sintered Glass Filters (Fritted Glass Filters)
• It is a filter that has undergone the process of sintering. It is made
by sintering together glass particles into a solid but porous body. This
porous glass body is called a frit.
• Sintered glass are prepared from the fine particles of ground glass
which are heated to a sintering point so that they form a disc. They are
made of borosilicate glass.
27. • Diatomaceous earth Filters (Berkefeld )
• These filter are water filters made of diatomaceous earth
(Kieselguhr- fossilized hard walled algae called diatoms )
• These filters are simple to operate and are effective in removing
cysts, algae, and asbestos from water.
28. • Membrane filters.
Membrane filters - used for liquid sterilization in the microbiology
laboratory. Membrane filters are composed of cellulose acetate or
cellulose nitrate.
• commonly used membrane filter has the pore size of 0.22μm and
0.45μm.
•The membranes are held in special holders The solution to be sterilized
is pulled or forced through the filter and is collected in previously
sterilized containers. Sterilization of fluid materials and identification and
enumeration of microorganisms.
29. c. Sterilization by Radiation
Based on wavelength and penetration power radiations are of two
types:
1. Ionizing radiation: have high energy and they ionize the target
molecules.
2. Non-Ionizing radiation: less energy and do not ionize the target
molecules.
30. 1.Ionizing radiation:
These radiations penetrate deep into objects and destroy bacterial
endospores and vegetative cells, both prokaryotic and eukaryotic.
These are, however, not that effective against viruses.
Ionizing radiations include
(a) X-rays,
(b) gamma rays, and
(c) cathode rays
31. a) X-rays
• The X-rays are high-energy, high-frequency, short-wavelength
radiations.
• X-ray sterilization uses irradiation to disrupt the DNA of
microorganisms on the product.The lethal dose of X-ray (350-500 nm)
breaks the phosphodiester bonds between the DNA and thus results in
the strand breakages.
• X-rays are able be used on products made of all types of materials
including metals, liquids and packaging materials.
32. b. Gamma rays
• Gamma radiation is a natural radiation that is emitted from an atom or
a molecule when its energy level drops.
• Gamma irradiation kills bacteria by breaking down bacterial DNA,
inhibiting bacterial division. Energy of gamma rays passes through
the equipment, disrupting the pathogens that cause contamination.
These causes the death of organisms or make organisms incapable of
reproduction.
• Eg: cobalt-60 source is used for sterilization of antibiotics, hormones,
metal foils, and plastic disposables, such as syringes.
33. C )Cathode Rays (Electron-Beam Radiation)
• Produced when a high voltage electrical charge is released in a
cathode ray tube
• It is called cathode rays as electrons are emitted from cathode
• Cathode rays or electron-beams can sterilize materials at room
temperature with brief exposure.
They have limited penetrating power and are used for the sterilization of
surgical supplies, drugs, and other materials.
34. 2.Non-ionizing Radiation
• Non-ionizing radiations are quite lethal but do not penetrate glass,
dirt, films, water; hence their use is restricted for disinfection of
clean surfaces in operation theaters, laminar flow hoods as well as
water treatment.
• The recommended dose is 250-300 nm wavelength, given for 30
minutes.
Non Ionizing radiation include
(a) Infra-Red Radiation
(b) Ultraviolet Light radiation
35. a) Infra-Red Radiation
• Infra-red radiations are low energy type electromagnetic rays, having
wavelengths longer than those of visible light.
• They kill microorganisms by oxidation of molecules as a result of
heat generated.
• Infra-red rays are used for the rapid mass sterilization of syringes
and catheters.
36. • Short-wavelength UV is the most damaging type of UV radiation.
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation with wavelength of 240–280 nm is quite
lethal and has a marked bactericidal activity.
It acts by denaturation of bacterial protein and also interferes with
replication of bacterial DNA by formation of thymine dimers .
b).Ultraviolet Light radiation
37. Chemical methods of Sterilization
An ideal Antimicrobial agent should have the following characteristics:
1. Be fast acting even in the presence of organic substances.
2. Be effective against all types of infectious agents.
3. Easily penetrate material to be disinfected without damaging or
discoloring material.
4. Be easy to prepare and stable even when exposed to light, heat or
other environmental factors.
5. Not have unpleasant odor.
38. • Chemical methods used for sterilization:
a. Alcohol
b. Aldehydes
c. Phenols
d. Halogens
e. Metallic salts
f. Quaternary ammonium compounds
g. Sterilizing gases
39. a.Alcohol
• Alcohols are chemicals commonly used as disinfectants and antiseptics.
• Most commonly used microbicidal alcohols are Ethyl alcohol and Isopropyl
alcohol. Ethanol effective at 50-90% but ideal concentration is 70%.
• Mode of action : Denatures proteins and dissolves lipids thus interferes with
membrane functions of the microbes and kills them. Alcohols kills the
vegetative cells but not spores.
• Used to reduce the surface microflora of skin and for disinfection of clinical
oral thermometers. One common clinical use of alcohols is swabbing the skin
for degerming before needle injection.
40. b. Aldehydes
Formaldehyde and Glutaraldehyde are used. These are microbicidal .
• Formaldehyde :- Aqueous form of formaldehyde is called Formalin
which contains 37 to 40 % formaldehyde.
• Formaldehyde gas obtained by heating a concentrated solution of
formaldehyde.
• A 2% solution of Glutaraldehyde has a wide spectrum of antimicrobial
activity. It kills even viruses.
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41. Mode of action :- They denature proteins and inactivate nucleic acids.
• Formaldehyde is used to preserve anatomical specimens, and for
destroying anthrax spores in hair and wool.
• 10% formalin containing 0.5% sodium tetraborate is used to sterilize
clean metal instruments.
• Formaldehyde gas is used for fumigation of wards, sick rooms and
laboratories.
• Glutaraldehyde used for sterilizing urological instruments, lensed
instruments, respiratory therapy equipment and other special
equipment.
42. c. Phenols
Phenolic compounds used as antiseptics or disinfectants include pure
phenol and substitution products with halogens and alkyl groups.
• Phenol (carbolic acid) is one of the oldest antiseptic agents. Phenol
is bacteriostatic at concentrations of 0.1%–1% and is
bactericidal/fungicidal at 1%–2%.
• Derivatives of Phenol used as disinfectant are Cresol,
Hexachlorophene. Lysol is a cresol solution used for disinfecting
inanimate objects like floor furniture etc at 1-5% concentration.
43. • Hexachlorophene is a combination of phenol with chlorine
.Antiseptic soaps and handwashes contain hexachlorophenes.
Mode of Action: Phenols act on cell membrane and disrupt them.
Phenols cause disruption of cells, precipitation of cell protein, and
inactivation of enzymes and leakage of amino acids from the cells.
• Derivatives of phenol diluted in detergents are used in many
antiseptic and disinfectant preparations.
44. d. Halogens
Halogens like Chlorine and Iodine are germicidal.
Chlorine is widely used disinfectant in form of gas or in chemical
combination. The convenient forms are hypochlorite- calcium
hypochlorite, and Sodium hypochlorite. Solutions of Sodium
hypochlorite of a 1% concentration are used for personal hygiene and
as a household bleaches and disinfectants.
45. Mode of Action:
• The antimicrobial action is due to hypochlorous acid formed when
free chlorine is added to water.
• Hypochlorite and Chloramines undergo hydrolysis with the
formation of hypochlorous acid.
• The hypochlorous acid formed in each case is further decomposed:
HClO HCl + O to release nascent oxygen.
• The nascent oxygen released in this reaction is a strong oxidizing
agent and through its action on cellular constituents,
microorganisms are destroyed.
46. Iodine in the form of tincture of Iodine is used as antiseptic to treat
wounds. 2%solution is used .
• Iodophores are organic compounds containing Iodine.
eg :Betadine
• Mode of Action: Oxidize essential metabolic compounds such as
proteins with sulfhydryl groups and causes protein inactivation.
• Iodine mainly used as antiseptic and sanitization of food utensils
47. e. Metallic salts(Compounds of Heavy metals)
Compounds of Mercury , Iron , Zinc ,silver and copper are antimicrobial
heavy metals used.
• Mode of Action: These compounds combine with cell proteins and
inactivate them. Mercuric chloride act upon sulfhydryl group of
enzymes.
• Inorganic Mercuric chloride is Bactericidal in dilutions
1:1,000;limited use due high toxicity. It is used in ointments as
antiseptics. Organic mercury compounds like Metaphen used as
antiseptics on skin, wounds etc these are microbiostatic.
48. Silver compounds are germicidal.
• Silver nitrate at concentration of 1:1000 dilution is bactericidal and
used in few drops for the eyes of new born babies to prevent
ophthalmia neonatorum .
• Organic preparations like Protargol are used in 20%concentrations
• Copper compounds are microbicidal.
• Copper sulphate (Bordeaux mixture)is used as a fungicide .
• It is also used to control algal growth in lakes and swimming pools.
49. f. Quaternary Ammonium compounds
• Quaternary Ammonium compounds (QACs) are cationic
surfactants (positively charged surface-active agents) that disrupt cell
walls and membranes .
• Their permanent positive charge makes them bind readily to
the negatively charged surface of most microbes. e.g. Cetrimide,
Zephirol .They have microbicidal action .
• Most effective against Gram Positive bacteria.
50. Mode of Action: These cause denaturation of proteins, interfere in
glycolysis and damage to cytoplasmic membrane, alter permeability of
cell structures.
• Used as skin disinfectants, as a preservative in ophthalmic
solutions and in cosmetic preparations.
• Used widely in hospitals to disinfect surfaces, food processing
plants and as sanitizers of utensils in restaurants.
51. g. Sterilizing gases
Sterilizing gases are typically used when exposure to other methods
(heat or radiation) could damage the materials or equipment.
• The most common gases used for sterilization include Formaldehyde,
ethylene oxide , β-Propiolactone .
• Formaldehyde fumes are a gaseous agent. It is good disinfectant .
Ethylene oxide: It is a liquid at temperatures below 10.8°C and
vaporizes quickly above this temperature. It is highly inflammable.
• For use, it is prepared as a non-flammable mixture of 11% ethylene
oxide and 89% halogenated petroleum ( Freon). This is microbicidal.
52. • Mode of Action: The killing effect of ethylene oxide is due to
alkylation with organic compounds and enzymes.
• Alkylation is replacement of hydrogen atom in organic compound
with an alkyl group.
• It is used for sterilizing agent for heat and moisture sensitive
materials.
• It is used on spices, biological preparations, soil, plastics certain
medical preparations and contaminated laboratory equipment.
53. • β-Propiolactone
• Beta-propiolactone (BPL) is a liquid which exerts a strong bactericidal
action on the surfaces of objects immersed in aqueous solutions of it
or exposed to its vapor phase.
• Only 2 to 5mg / litre of β-Propiolactone is enough for sterilization
purposes.
• Mode of action of this is also due to alkylation. Since it has a low
penetration power and carcinogenic, it is of restricted use as a
sterilizing agent.
54. Thus sterilization is important in order to reduce the risk of
contamination and minimize the growth of microorganisms on
culture medium ,to prevent the spread of disease causing
organisms .