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pathogenic organisms being present more specifically. While there will always be concerns about emerging organisms or with the potential for some existing organisms to acquire a level of resistance, QAC biotechnology has never stood still and through iterations within generations and significant developments across generations, new and more effective QACs periodically emerge. Therefore, based on the spectrum of kill and supporting scientific innovation, QACs are an important selection consideration for a contamination control programme.


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About the author


Dr. Tim Sandle is Head of QA Compliance at Bio Products Laboratory and a pharmaceutical microbiology consultant. In addition, Dr. Sandle is a visiting lecturer, specialising in sterility assurance and decontamination practices, at both the University of Manchester and University College London.


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