| Literature DB >> 6207400 |
B Spire, F Barré-Sinoussi, L Montagnier, J C Chermann.
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Reverse transcriptase activity of lymphadenopathy associated virus was assayed after exposure to various standard chemical disinfectants. 25% ethanol or 1% glutaraldehyde should prove sufficient to disinfect medical instruments, and 0.2% sodium hypochlorite for cleaning floors and benches. 0.1% formalin is too slow to be recommended.Entities:
Keywords: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome; Alcohols; Diseases; Examinations And Diagnoses; Hiv Infections; Laboratory Examinations And Diagnoses; Laboratory Procedures; Organic Chemicals; Viral Diseases
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Year: 1984 PMID: 6207400 DOI: 10.1016/s0140-6736(84)90657-3
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Lancet ISSN: 0140-6736 Impact factor: 79.321