CLIA: Microbiology / Serology

Question

The recommended temperature/time/pressure for routine steam sterilization of media is:

Please select the single best answer

121° C for 8-10 minutes @ 10 psi

121° C for 12-15 minutes @ 15 psi

220° C for 8-10 minutes @ 10 psi

220° C for 12-15 minutes @ 15 psi

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