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Area of Science:

  • Cellular Therapy Manufacturing
  • Microbiology
  • Quality Control

Background:

  • Minimizing microbial bioburden in cellular therapy manufacturing suites and labs is critical for facility control.
  • Product safety through quality control, like sterility testing, is a regulatory requirement for HCT/Ps (human cells, tissues, and cellular and tissue-based products).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a stepwise guide for developing and implementing aseptic practices in cleanroom environments.
  • To detail best practices for gowning, cleaning, material staging, and monitoring.
  • To cover product sterility testing methods, including USP <71> and NIH Alternative Sterility Testing Method.

Main Methods:

  • Development and incorporation of a holistic program for aseptic practices.
  • Stepwise guide covering gowning, cleaning, environmental monitoring, and personnel monitoring.
  • Sterility testing using direct inoculation (USP <71>) and NIH Alternative Method.

Main Results:

  • Establishment of a robust program to minimize microbial bioburden.
  • Implementation of best aseptic practices for cleanroom operations.
  • Guidance on meeting regulatory requirements for cGTP and cGMP.

Conclusions:

  • A comprehensive aseptic program is essential for maintaining a state of control in cellular therapy manufacturing.
  • Adherence to these practices ensures product safety and regulatory compliance.
  • The provided protocol serves as a reference for facilities meeting cGTP and cGMP standards.