How Long Should the Steam Biological Indicator Be Incubated Before

question 11

Multiple Choice

How long should the steam biological indicator be incubated before the reading is recorded?

• A) 1 hour
• B) 6 hours
• C) 12 hours
• D) 24 hours

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