In scientific research experiments, serological pipettes are undoubtedly our right-hand man for precise operation and obtaining reliable data. However, in addition to its high precision and convenience, the cleanliness and pollution-free nature of pipettes are another key factor in ensuring experimental accuracy.

In the laboratory, pipettes are often used to handle various biological samples and chemical reagents. These samples and reagents may contain bacteria, viruses, impurities or other contaminants. If these contaminants remain on the pipette, it will not only affect the accuracy and reliability of the pipette, but may also have a serious impact on the experimental results, and even cause the experiment to fail. Therefore, thorough cleaning and disinfection of the pipette is an important step to ensure the accuracy of the experiment.

Operational procedures for cleaning and disinfection
Cleaning: First, we need to remove the pipette from the pipette and soak it in the cleaning solution for a period of time. The choice of cleaning solution should be determined according to the specific needs of the experiment and the material of the pipette. For most pipettes, mild detergents or deionized water are good choices. During the soaking process, we can use a soft brush to gently brush the inner and outer walls of the pipette to remove attached impurities and residues. Then, rinse the pipette with clean water to ensure that all cleaning fluids and impurities are rinsed away.
Disinfection: After cleaning, we need to disinfect the pipette. There are many ways to disinfect, such as ultraviolet irradiation, chemical disinfectants, etc. When choosing a disinfection method, we need to consider the specific needs of the experiment, the material of the pipette, and the compatibility of the disinfectant. For example, for pipettes made of certain special materials, some disinfectants may damage them, so they need to be avoided. After disinfection, we need to rinse the pipette again with clean water to ensure that all disinfectants are rinsed away.
Drying and storage: Finally, we need to place the pipette in a dry environment to dry, or gently wipe it dry with a clean paper towel. When storing, the pipette should be placed in a dry, dust-free, and pollution-free place, avoiding direct sunlight and high temperature environment. At the same time, in order to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the pipette, we also need to check and calibrate the pipette regularly.

The cleanliness and pollution-free nature of the pipette is one of the important factors to ensure the accuracy of the experiment. By thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting the pipette, we can effectively remove possible impurities and bacteria, and reduce the risk of experimental errors and failures. Therefore, in laboratory work, we should attach great importance to the cleaning and disinfection of pipettes and strictly follow the operating procedures. At the same time, we also need to strengthen laboratory hygiene management and quality control to ensure the accuracy and reliability of experimental results.