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Why Are DEB and Saline Solutions Used for Cleanroom Swabbing and What’s the Difference?

Why Are DEB and Saline Solutions Used for Cleanroom Swabbing and What’s the Difference?

When I first started executing routine Environmental Monitoring, I often wondered: Why do we use saline solution in Grade A and DEB solution in other areas? One key factor influencing microbial recovery accuracy is the choice of swabbing solution. Two commonly used solutions—Dey-Engley Broth (DEB) and saline solution—serve distinct purposes in microbial monitoring. Here’s a…