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Can we use the USP recommended action levels instead of using historical data, if the USP levels are stricter?

April 26, 2017Action Data Historical levels recommended stricter USP

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Can we use the USP recommended action levels instead of using historical data, if the USP levels are stricter?

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If historical data are higher than USP levels, a qualified microbiologist should be consulted to investigate the differential between USP levels versus actual levels. Changes in cleaning agents or frequency may be required to decrease the microbial bioburden in the area being tested.