Best Lab Practices Summer 2025

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What should you do if you accidentally open a sterile bottle of PBS outside the BSC?

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Write non-sterile on it and keep outside hood.

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What is the maximum fill line for freezing FBS in a 15 mL tube?

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Max freeze line is 12.5 mL.

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What action should you take if you take the last sleeve of imaging dishes but notice there is a full box left?

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Order another box.

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If you are running more than 15 minutes late for your lab reservation, what should you do?

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Adjust your time on the calendar if possible or delete.

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TRUE OR FALSE: You can open the incubator without gloves on.

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False.

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What is the purpose of a Biological Safety Cabinet (BSC)?

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To provide a sterile environment for handling sensitive biological materials.

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Why is it important to label non-sterile items in the lab?

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To prevent contamination and ensure safety in experiments.

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What is the significance of the max freeze line in a tube?

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It prevents overflow and ensures proper freezing conditions.

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What should you do if you notice a shortage of supplies in the lab?

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Order more supplies to avoid disruption in experiments.

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What is the protocol for adjusting lab calendar reservations?

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Adjust your time if possible or delete the reservation.