# Phlebotomy Exam Prep 80, Disinfection vs Sterilization vs Cleaning

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Podcast: [Nursing & Healthcare Exam Prep](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nursing-healthcare-exam-prep-7652377)
Published: 2026-07-15T22:25:11+00:00
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## Resource

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - Cleaning is always the mandatory first step to physically remove visible debris before disinfection or sterilization. - Disinfection eliminates most pathogens from inanimate surfaces but not bacterial spores, and its effectiveness relies on proper contact time. - Sterilization is the only process that destroys all microbial life, including spores, with the autoclave being a key example for critical items. - The difference between disinfectants (for surfaces) and antiseptics (for skin) is a common topic for exam questions. - For blood spills, the standard procedure involves using an EPA-registered disinfectant, such as a 1:10 bleach solution, after initial cleaning. For more free exam prep tools, practice questions, and AI-powered explanations, visit https://open-exam-prep.com/ or YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep

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