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It is not sterile, generally. Sterile means free of contaminates such as potential pathogens. Salt water in the ocean, for example, containes various microscopic organisms. Saline solution is a sterilized salt solution that contains usually only water molecules with ionized sodium and chlorine.
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Is sterile water demineralized?
Is sterile water demineralized. This may be the case, but the other way 'round is not true: demineralized water is NOT sterile water
Can you use salt water to clean a cut?
No, it is not recommended to use salt water to clean a cut. Salt water may cause further irritation and delay the healing process. It is best to clean a cut with mild soap and water or an antiseptic solution, and keep it covered with a sterile dressing.
Does sterile water have to be refrigerated?
Sterile water does not have to be refrigerated. However, to remain sterile, it must be kept in a clean, sealed container.
Definition for sterile water for injection?
the water for injection is said to be sterile water for injection when it has been sterilized.
What molecules are in salt water?
Salt water usually refers to a a solution of common salt, sodium chloride, NaCl.
What is other names for saline?
Saline is a solution that is made of sodium chloride and water. It is also known as salt water, or sterile salt water.
Can you use kitchen salt and kitchen warm water to clean your eyebrow piercing?
You should use sterile salt water - boil the water and salt first then let it cool. Regular water might contain germs that could cause an infection.
Does sterile water contain minerals?
Sterile water does not contain any minerals. Sterile water contains no germs or micro-organisms. Sterile water is often used for dilution purposes.
Is sterile water demineralized?
Is sterile water demineralized. This may be the case, but the other way 'round is not true: demineralized water is NOT sterile water
Does blood and sterile water mix?
Does blood and sterile water mix
IS STERIL WATER THE SAME AS 0.9 SODIUM CHLORIDE?
No, not even similar. Sodium chloride is common salt. Sterile water is water that has been totally purified.
Can you use salt water to clean a cut?
No, it is not recommended to use salt water to clean a cut. Salt water may cause further irritation and delay the healing process. It is best to clean a cut with mild soap and water or an antiseptic solution, and keep it covered with a sterile dressing.
What is the difference between sterile water and buffered water?
you can get mumps off sterile water!
What is the difference between sterile water for inhalation and sterile water for irrigation?
none
Does sterile water have to be refrigerated?
Sterile water does not have to be refrigerated. However, to remain sterile, it must be kept in a clean, sealed container.
Definition for sterile water for injection?
the water for injection is said to be sterile water for injection when it has been sterilized.
Does esomeprazole need to be mixed with sterile water for injection?
mixed with sterile water for injection
