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A method of transporting surgical supplies and equipment to and from the instrument processing and supply areas. 

The absence of visible soil on a surface.

A process that uses the form of matter known as plasms during the sterilization process. 

Destruction of microorganisms by heat or chemical means. Does not produce sterility as not all microbial forms are destroyed in the process. 

A process by which all microorganisms including bacterial spores are destroyed. 

The number of contaminating microbes on an object.

A process that reduces the bioburden to an absolute minimum but has no effect on spores.  word and abbreviation 

Cleaning, disinfection, and preparation of the operating room between patients. 

Instruments and devices intended for one-time use on one patient only. 

A process in which recently used and soiled medical devices, including instruments, are made safe for personnel to handle.