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Are you concerned about possible contamination of your product with Clostridium botulinum bacteria?

PBR LABORATORIES MICROBIOLOGY
PBR can analyze your product for the presence of the botulinum toxin producing bacteria, Clostridium botulinum and assist you in controlling the growth of this bacterium in you food products.

What is a germ?

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A germ is a microscopic organic organism or cell – generally considered to be capable of causing disease – from which a new organism may develop. See similar questions...

What about the bacterium Clostridium?

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This is a bacterium that can hide under fillings. It is so common that it has to be assumed to be under every filling. Controlling it might be possible. Eliminating it is impossible. Once any bacterium enters the body it will always be there waiting for an opportunity to multiply. See similar questions...

What is Clostridium difficile (C. difficile)?

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Clostridium difficile [klo-STRID-ee-um dif-uh-SEEL] is a bacterium that causes diarrhea and more serious intestinal conditions such as colitis. See similar questions...

How did botulinum toxin get into chili sauce?

Clostridium Botulinum Outbreak FAQs | CDC Botulism
FDA and USDA-FSIS identified a problem with the canning process. The problem means it is possible that spores of the germ Clostridium botulinum were not killed during canning, so could grow and produced toxin. Many products contaminated with botulinum toxin do not taste or look any different than normal. Some taste bad because they contain other contaminants. Yes, most cases of botulism are caused by improperly prepared home-canned foods or traditional Alaskan Native foods. See similar questions...

How is the germ meningococcus spread?

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The meningococcus germ is spread by direct close contact with nose or throat discharges of an infected person. Many people carry this particular germ in their noses and throat without any signs of illness, while others may develop serious symptoms. See similar questions...

How is botulinum antitoxin obtained and administered?

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Do the household contacts of patients exposed to botulism, who themselves were not directly exposed to the toxin, need to be administered therapy? HEMORRHAGIC FEVER Should individuals who have been exposed to hemorrhagic fever viruses receive postexposure prophylaxis? SMALLPOX See similar questions...

WHAT IS BOTULINUM TOXIN?

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Botulinum toxin A (Botox®) is a chemical produced by the Clostridium bacteria. Botox® is a protein derivative of the toxin, which when injected into a muscle causes it to become weakened or inactivated. It stops the muscle from functioning by blocking neuromuscular transmission i.e. stops the chemical messages from the nerve to the muscle. Likewise, when injected into the skin, it blocks the action of the nerves that supply the eccrine glands thus preventing them from producing sweat. See similar questions...

How is Botox different from other botulinum treatments ?

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Botox® is Allergan’s brand of botulinum toxin type A. A brand of botulinum toxin type B is also now available. The two toxins are different in several ways: See similar questions...

How do you kill Clostridium Difficle?

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Clostridium Difficle (C-Diff) is a spore forming bacteria. C-diff is the major cause of pseudo membranous colitis and antibiotic diarrhea. C-diff associated disease occurs when the normal intestinal flora is altered allowing C-diff to flourish in the intestinal tract and produce a toxin that causes a water diarrhea. At this time there are no EPA registered disinfectants with specific claims for inactivating C-diff spores. See similar questions...

Can I use Germ Doc™ around my pets?

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Yes. Germ Doc™ works great to control diseases such as canine parvovirus. Use Germ Doc™ in all your pet areas. Spray areas and let air dry or wipe dry. Pets can use the areas immediately after they are dry. See similar questions...

How is Germ Doc™ different from other disinfectants?

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Germ Doc™ is odorless. Also most disinfectants on the market contain only one or two quats for their disinfecting power. Germ Doc™ contains four top quality quats plus other ingredients for complete odor controland cleaning action. Extensive testing has made GermDoc™ a leader as a top quality disinfectant. See similar questions...

What is Clostridium difficile?

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Clostridium bacteria are rod-shaped spore-forming bacteria that live under anaerobic conditions. Clostridium difficile was first discovered in 1935 and first associated with disease in 1978. C. difficile is an opportunistic pathogen which causes Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea (CDAD). Common environmental reservoirs include soil, water, hay, and sand. From a healthcare standpoint, the most common reservoir is within the intestines of infected individuals or carriers. See similar questions...

Will Germ Doc™ kill mold and mildew?

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Yes! Germ Doc™ is our E.P.A. registered Mildew stat that kills mold and mildew and the odors caused by them. Use the B.O.S.S. as your cleaner and Germ Doc as your spores and funguses killer. NO! Germ Doc™ is phosphate free, no chlorine bleaches and no phenols. Safe around people, food and pets. See similar questions...

Can I use Germ Doc™ on carpet and other fabrics?

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Yes! Germ Doc™ is known to be very effective in killing mold and mildew spores and fungi in carpeting and on furniture. See similar questions...

Is Germ Doc™ just for use on kitchen counters?

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No. Use Germ Doc. can be used any place you want to control the spread of germs. Dinning tables, bathrooms, baby’s room, storage areas, upholstery, carpets and more. See similar questions...

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