In situ and in vitro evaluation of two antiseptics for blood bank based on chlorhexidine gluconate/isopropyl alcohol and povidone-iodine
Poor disinfection is the main cause of blood contamination, so its elimination is key to limiting the entry of bacteria into the collection system. With the advancement of antiseptic technology, antiseptics with sterile, disposable applicators are now available.
Source: Transfusion and Apheresis Science - Category: Hematology Authors: Mar ía de Jesús Sánchez-Guzmán, Miguel Ángel Loyola-Cruz, Adolfo López-Ornelas, Clemente Cruz-Cruz, Emilio Mariano Durán-Manuel, Juan Manuel Bello-López Source Type: research