EQUIPMENT SWAB

Description

Equipment swabbing in pharmaceutical microbiology is a critical monitoring technique to assess the cleanliness and microbial contamination levels of manufacturing equipment surfaces. Sterile swabs are used to collect samples from various equipment surfaces, such as filling needles, valves, and tubing. These samples are then inoculated into appropriate growth media and incubated to detect the presence and quantity of microorganisms. This process ensures compliance with regulatory standards and helps maintain product quality and safety.