HEPA Filters – The Importance of Air Quality for IVF Labs
In 1978, the first in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) baby was born, since then the importance of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) has grown as techniques and success rates continue to advance. All cells, including gametes (sperm and egg) and embryos (bundles of cells), are extremely sensitive to laboratory conditions. Temperature, pressure, the composition of the agent they […]
The Importance of Unidirectional Laminar Flow in an Operating Theatre
Unidirectional flow in theatre plays a crucial role in sterility and preventing hospital-acquired infections during surgery. In addition, clean air distribution is fundamental to the health and safety of the surgery team and also provides a comfortable working environment. What is Unidirectional Flow? Unidirectional flow is characterised by streamlines that do not cross over each […]
