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From: ahamel@mts.net (Andre Hamel)
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Subject: Non-caustic bleach substitute?
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Is anyone aware of non-caustic bleach substitute,
which is as effective as 2-6% sodium hypochlorite 
will destroy nucleic acids yet won't damage stainless 
steel utensils & equipment? How about efectiveness of 
DNA away or DNAzap from MBP compared to bleach?

Andre Hamel
PCR Scientist, Virology, Veterinary Services Diagnostic Laboratory
Manitoba Agriculture, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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