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> re: expressing milk samples with sterile gloves - do you think this is
> really necessary? (and are you really sterile gloves?)

Lisa makes a good point, sterile gloves are recommended protocol for
research purposes (although doesnt appear to be evidence based!). My
experience has been a good hand wash is sufficient and doesn't lead to
contamination with skin commensals.
Cathy Fetherston
Perth, Western Australia

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