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For a good introduction, first read this Knowledge Base article. Then, if you really want to get techie, we present an article (3.7 MB) entitled “Generating Calibration Gas Standards with OVG-4 and Permeation Tubes,” from our friends at Owlstone.

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        • Hydrogen peroxide gas plasma sterilization issues
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