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[Activity] Reprocessing Instruments (For quarantine or exclusive patient use) [Additional Procedures] 
To prevent drying prior to reprocessing immerse instruments contaminated with higher-infectivity tissue in sterile water in a dedicated container after surgery. Reprocess separately. Do not mix with any other instruments or equipment at any stage. Instruments should not be exposed to chemical disinfectants prior to initial cleaning. Steam sterilise at 134oC for 3 minutes. Any item identified as difficult to clean should be destroyed or advice sought from the National CJD Incident Panel.
Department of Health | Infection Control Guidelines
Additional Procedures