Aseptic technique Flashcards
A procedure that is performed under-
sterile conditions.
Aseptic technique
It is the process by which article, surface or medium is made free from all microorganisms either in the vegetative or spore state
Sterilization
It is the process by which article, surface or medium is made free-
from all pathogenic microorganisms that are capable of giving rise to infections.
Disinfection
It is the process by which the growth of bacteria is inhibited but they are not killed.
Antisepsis
What need to be sterilized in the
process of aseptic technique?
- Culture media
- Fluids used in the lab
- Reagent
- Lab containers
- Lab equipments
It is the nutrient-rich material that provides food to the microbes.
Media
Is a population of cells or multicellular organisms growing in the absence of other species or types.
Pure culture
This method is used most commonly to isolate pure cultures of bacteria.
Steak plate method