noun
- Plural of glutaraldehyde; a colorless liquid chemical compound used as a disinfectant and sterilizing agent in medical and laboratory settings.
Usage: technical; chemistry/medical
Examples
- Glutaraldehydes are commonly used to sterilize surgical instruments in hospitals.
- The laboratory stored glutaraldehydes in sealed containers to prevent evaporation.
- Glutaraldehydes have antimicrobial properties that make them effective disinfectants.
- Medical facilities rely on glutaraldehydes for high-level disinfection of endoscopes.
- Safety protocols require proper ventilation when handling glutaraldehydes.