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Safe Sharps Handling When Dispensing Investigational Products

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Institutional biosafety committees (IBCs) frequently receive questions about the proper methodology for preparing a syringe for transport from a drug room or pharmacy to the clinic where the injection will be administered. Care must be taken to avoid sharps-related injuries and exposures. Needles must not be bent or sheared. Recapping tools.

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Thinking About the Box: Considerations for Transport of Investigational Products

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This critical task requires meticulous planning and rigorous procedures to avoid any hazards potentially arising during the journey of an IP from the controlled environment of a pharmacy or preparation room to its destination. And don’t forget to affix a biohazard sticker to the exterior for quick and clear identification.

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Clean Bench vs Biosafety Cabinet: What’s the Difference?

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This article explores how these tools work and why biosafety cabinets are preferred in research involving cell and gene therapies. Why Does the IBC Prefer Researchers use a Biosafety Cabinet vs a Clean Bench? In the case of IBC review, we’re preventing exposure to biologics such as engineered genetic materials and/or infectious agents.