Autoclave
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British pronunciation/ˌɔːtə‍ʊklˈe‍ɪv/
American pronunciation/ˈɔtoʊˌkɫeɪv/

Definição e Significado de "autoclave"

Autoclave
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autoclave

a device that sterilizes medical equipment using high-pressure steam

What is an "autoclave"?

An autoclave is a device used to disinfect medical equipment and supplies using steam and heat at very high pressures. It works by heating water to create high-pressure steam, which effectively kills bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms on items placed inside. Autoclaves are essential in medical and laboratory settings to ensure that surgical instruments, laboratory glassware, and other materials are thoroughly disinfected and safe for use in procedures and experiments.

to autoclave
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autoclavear, submeter à ação de um autoclave

subject to the action of an autoclave

autoclave

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Exemplo
The autoclave ensured the hygiene of dental tools.
Hospitals rely on autoclaves for the sterilization of medical supplies.
The veterinary clinic used an autoclave for animal surgery tools.
Surgeons placed the instruments in the autoclave for sterilization.
The beauty salon used an autoclave for safe piercing equipment sterilization.
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