sterilointidose
Sterilointidose refers to the specific amount of a sterilizing agent, such as radiation or a chemical compound, required to achieve a defined level of microbial inactivation. This dose is critical in processes designed to eliminate or reduce microorganisms to a level that renders a product safe for its intended use, particularly in medical, pharmaceutical, and food industries. The concept is rooted in the understanding that different microorganisms exhibit varying sensitivities to different sterilizing agents.
The target for sterilization is typically expressed as a Sterility Assurance Level (SAL), which is the probability
For radiation sterilization, the dose is measured in Grays (Gy) or kilograys (kGy). Chemical sterilization involves