Bleach solutions are routinely used in biochemistry labs to sterilize surfaces
the verdict
SUPPORTED
the evidence backs this
confidence 75/100
Bleach solutions containing sodium hypochlorite are widely documented and routinely utilized for disinfecting laboratory and clinical surfaces.
Evidence for · 4
Disinfection efficacy of sodium hypochlorite and glutaraldehyde and their effects on the dimensional stability and surface properties of dental impressions: a systematic review.
2023 · cited by 0
Sodium hypochlorite is identified as one of the most frequently used disinfectants for inactivating microorganisms on surfaces.
See more details
More for · 3
Evaluating the Efficacy of 0.5% Sodium Hypochlorite Disinfection for Microbial Control in Korle Bu Teaching Hospital's Burns and Plastics Unit.
2025 · cited by 0
Sodium hypochlorite (bleach) is routinely prepared and utilized as a surface disinfectant in laboratory and clinical settings.
Rapid and sensitive determination of residual prion infectivity from prion-decontaminated surfaces.
2024 · cited by 0
Sodium hypochlorite treatment successfully eliminates surface-associated prions on laboratory and clinical surfaces.
Manual environmental disinfection with hydrogen peroxide and silver ions versus sodium hypochlorite in operating rooms: a multi-centre randomized trial on residual antimicrobial efficacy.
2026 · cited by 0
Sodium hypochlorite is commonly used for environmental and surface disinfection in operating rooms and research settings.