Introduction to Medical Laboratory Professionals Week Every year, the last week of April brings the celebration of Medical Laboratory Professionals Week. This observance honors lab professionals, their impact on society, and the contributions they’ve made to the world of health. To properly appreciate their impact, let’s revisit past decades and remember our laboratory forefathers and […]
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Introduction to Refrigerants The topic of refrigerants has skyrocketed in recent years. A simple mention of the word brings a deluge of ideas about safety, effectiveness, and environmental impact. But how do you cut through the clutter and determine what is most important when it comes to refrigerants? Good question. This article will explore […]
With the rise of COVID-19, those who manufacture, ship, store, and administer vaccines face many pressures. National and international campaigns to vaccinate against the virus continue as a prime strategy to halt the pandemic. These campaigns include safely storing a high volume of vaccines for the required period. Campaigns also include special temperature requirements of […]
The refrigeration process works due to the physical process of evaporation in which a liquid (a refrigerant) absorbs heat from its environment as it evaporates. The amount of heat removed, and how efficiently it is done, depends on factors such as the compressor, evaporator, insulation, and in large part, the type of refrigerant used. A […]
Freezers play a fundamental role in the successful operation of laboratories and medical facilities. They offer safe and reliable storage for samples and medications requiring low-temperature environments. Nevertheless, every facility has unique freezer needs. While research laboratories require a freezer that provides a steady temperature for critical biological samples, an outpatient clinic may need a […]
The proper storage of medications in any healthcare facility is a matter of utmost importance. Insecurely storing medicines, vaccines, and other related controlled substances can increase the chances of theft, tampering, and malpractices like unauthorized access. Such incidents not only harm the reputation of the medical facility but can also put the lives of patients […]
If you are tasked with the safe storage of preventative medicines, you’ll want to ensure proper vaccine temperature ranges. This basic vaccine storage chart may help: 1. Adenovirus vaccine Vaccines designed to protect against Type 4 and Type 7 Adenovirus are typically supplied as 100-count bottles of round, enteric-coated tablets. To maintain integrity of the […]
Selecting the right refrigerator for your hospital or research facility can be tricky. Your workplace needs a reliable unit that has enough space to store your medical supplies at the correct temperature range. The marketplace already has a wide variety of specialized refrigeration units. Each one has different features and styles, but which one is […]
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), errors in storage and handling cause significant financial losses each year due to wasted vaccines and result in many patients having to be re-vaccinated. While the vaccine cold chain relies on other parts of the supply chain that you have no control over, including actions […]
Defrosting your laboratory freezer may seem like a tedious process. However, it is a necessary task for preserving the life of your freezer, ensuring the proper temperature, and making sure there is plenty of space to store specimens instead of ice. Your freezer should be defrosted at least once a year and more often if there […]