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How do you sterilize prions?
How do you sterilize prions?
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Prions:
- Prions refer to a harmless protein responsible for several fatal neurodegenerative diseases of animals, including humans.
- Due to their proteinaceous nature, they are highly resistant to common decontamination methods.
- Autoclaving at 132º C for 5 hours or treatment with 2N NaOH for several hours is recommended to perform for sterilizing prions.
Prions:
- Prions refer to a harmless protein responsible for several fatal neurodegenerative diseases of animals, including humans.
- Due to their proteinaceous nature, they are highly resistant to common decontamination methods.
- Autoclaving at 132º C for 5 hours or treatment with 2N NaOH for several hours is recommended to perform for sterilizing prions.
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