Lab glossary
F0 value
The lethality of a moist heat cycle expressed as equivalent minutes at 121.1 °C, calculated with a z-value of 10 °C. Used to compare cycles and load positions.
- Also: F-zero
- Also: F0
- Also: equivalent sterilisation time
The lethality of a moist heat cycle expressed as equivalent minutes at 121.1 °C, calculated with a z-value of 10 °C. Used to compare cycles and load positions.