SOPs for Microbiology Testing

Microbiological testing is an essential aspect of pharmaceutical manufacturing, as it ensures the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products. It involves the use of various methods to detect and quantify microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungi, and viruses, in raw materials, finished products, and environmental samples. Microbiological testing plays a crucial role in quality control, as it helps to identify potential sources of contamination and prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Here is a list of SOPs related to microbiological testing:

Microbiology Testing: SOP for Equipment Calibration

February 22, 2024October 12, 2024 Auditor

Standard Operating Procedure for Equipment Calibration Purpose The purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to outline the procedures for calibrating microbiological testing equipment to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance with regulatory standards. Scope This SOP applies to all microbiological testing equipment used within the manufacturing facility. Responsibilities Quality Assurance (QA) Department: Responsible for…

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SOP for Microbial Culture Incubation

February 22, 2024March 17, 2024 Auditor

Standard Operating Procedure for Incubation Purpose The purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to provide instructions for incubating microbial cultures under controlled conditions in the pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. Scope This SOP applies to all personnel involved in the incubation of microbial cultures within the pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. Responsibilities Quality Control (QC) Department: Responsible…

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SOP for Media Preparation

February 21, 2024March 17, 2024 Auditor

Standard Operating Procedure for Media Preparation Purpose The purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to outline the procedures for preparing microbiological growth media in a consistent and standardized manner to support microbial testing activities within the pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. Scope This SOP applies to all personnel involved in the preparation of microbiological growth…

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SOP for Sampling for Microbiological Testing

February 21, 2024March 17, 2024 Auditor

Standard Operating Procedure for Sampling Purpose The purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to provide guidelines and procedures for collecting samples for microbiological testing in the pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. Scope This SOP applies to all personnel involved in the sampling process for microbiological testing within the pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. Responsibilities Quality Control (QC)…

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Microbiology Testing: SOP for Environmental Monitoring

February 20, 2024October 12, 2024 Auditor

Standard Operating Procedure for Environmental Monitoring Purpose The purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to establish guidelines and procedures for monitoring the microbial environment within the manufacturing facility of the pharmaceutical company. Scope This SOP applies to all areas within the manufacturing facility where pharmaceutical products are handled, processed, or stored. Responsibilities Quality…

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SOP for Water Testing

February 20, 2024 Auditor

Standard Operating Procedure for Water Testing Purpose The purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to provide guidelines and procedures for testing the microbial quality of water used in manufacturing processes within the pharmaceutical facility. Scope This SOP applies to all personnel involved in water testing procedures within the pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. Responsibilities Quality…

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Microbiology Testing: SOP for Sterility Testing

February 19, 2024October 12, 2024 Auditor

Standard Operating Procedure for Sterility Testing Purpose The purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to establish a protocol for conducting sterility tests on pharmaceutical products to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and product safety standards. Scope This SOP applies to all personnel involved in the sterility testing of pharmaceutical products within the manufacturing…

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SOP for Microbial Contamination Control

February 18, 2024March 17, 2024 Auditor

Standard Operating Procedure for Microbial Contamination Control Purpose The purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to establish guidelines and procedures for preventing microbial contamination in the manufacturing environment of the pharmaceutical company. Scope This SOP applies to all areas within the manufacturing facility where pharmaceutical products are handled, processed, or stored. Responsibilities Quality…

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SOP for Handling and Testing of Microbial Toxins

July 28, 2023 Auditor

Standard Operating Procedure for Handling and Testing of Microbial Toxins 1. Purpose The purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to provide guidelines for the safe handling, storage, and testing of microbial toxins in the laboratory or research facility. This SOP ensures that all personnel involved in working with microbial toxins follow strict safety…

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SOP for Growth Promotion Testing of Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing Media

July 28, 2023 Auditor

Standard Operating Procedure for Growth Promotion Testing of Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing Media 1. Purpose The purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to provide guidelines for conducting growth promotion testing of antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) media. This SOP ensures that the AST media used for bacterial susceptibility testing are of consistent and reliable quality,…

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