Principles and Practice of Disinfection, Preservation and Sterilization

Sterilization, disinfection and preservation are all means to destroy or prevent the growth of micro-organisms. This book deals with these practical applications of microbiology and includes revised and updated coverage of the elimination and prevention of microbial growth in susceptible products. The text reflects the increased interest in the decontamination of equipment and testing of antiviral agents due to the emergence of AIDS and contains new information on disinfection related to Legionnaire's disease and BSE.