A specimen should be reinactivated when more than ______ hour(s) has (have) elapsed since inactivation.

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Inactivation refers to the process of rendering a specimen (such as a virus, bacteria, or other microorganisms) non-infectious or non-viable. The specific time frame for reactivation depends on the protocol or guidelines being followed, but a common standard is to consider reactivation if more than 4 hours have elapsed since inactivation. This is because the effectiveness of the inactivation process can decrease over time, potentially allowing the specimen to regain viability or infectiousness if not properly handled.

A Specimen Should Be Reinactivated When More Than ______ Hour(s)