Author name: yesaswini parcha

Understanding Bactericidal Claims Under EN 17422

Quick insights EN 17422 is a phase 2, step 2 quantitative surface test which is used to evaluate the bactericidal efficacy of veterinary teat disinfectants under practical conditions This test method is applicable for pre-milking and post-milking teat disinfectants used without any mechanical action Testing is done on synthetic skin surface using defined interfering substances […]

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Knockdown vs Mortality in WHO Cone Testing: Understanding the Results

Quick insights The WHO cone test is used to assess the efficacy of insecticide-treated materials  WHO cone test measures two endpoints –  mosquito knockdown after 60 minutes (KD60) and mortality after 24 hours (M24) Knockdown indicates the immediate effect of insecticide exposure, whereas mortality indicates the delayed lethal effect Both KD60 and M24 are both

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ASTM D7907 Antibacterial Glove Testing: Complete Guide

Key insights ASTM D7907 evaluates surface bactericidal performance of medical examination gloves The method measures bactericidal activity on both the outer or inner surface of the glove.  ASTM D7907 testing can be conducted under both clean and soiled contamination conditions It is applicable to gloves with antimicrobial treatments or bactericidal additives Under ASTM D7907, results

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