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preventing infection by avoiding contamination with bacteria, viruses, or other pathogens
- Surgeons must maintain an aseptic environment during operations.
- The laboratory uses aseptic techniques to handle cultures.
- Aseptic packaging keeps food safe for longer periods.
- Nurses wore gloves to ensure aseptic conditions.
- The wound was cleaned and dressed in an aseptic manner.
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