Give any four precautions to be taken during aseptic work.

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i. Self hygiene: avoid coughing, sneezing.

 ii. Avoid contamination of products.

 iii. Cover the whole body by Wear complete body suit up to foot.

 iv. Wear hand gloves.

 v. Allow minimum persons to work in aseptic area.

 vi. Don’t touch unnecessarily.

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