other types of contamination can occur (Table 1). These include parasites, prions, chemical contamination and cross-contamination from other cell lines. Table 1. Other types of cell culture ...

ISMP also suggests further research involving larger and more diverse patient samples from varied settings to better demonstrate any risks associated with cross-contamination among patients.

Therefore, it is crucial to wash the can lids thoroughly before opening to minimize the risk of cross-contamination.