Why do you need to wear clean lab coats?

Just how important is it to always have clean lab coats? The answer lies in two factors: safety and perception.

Improved Safety

Because of their daily exposure, it is inevitable that lab coats end up harboring dangerous pathogens. Keeping medical clothing clean not only prevents them from turning into wearable petri dishes, but helps maintain their integrity.

Properly laundered coats last significantly longer than unwashed or incorrectly washed coats. The need to be processed thoroughly in a way that is appropriate for the fabric type. When done correctly, their chance of damage is minimized. Damage like ripping, permanent staining, irreversible discoloration, are far more likely when improperly cared for.

When cared for properly, white lab coats not only maintain structural integrity and appearance, but are easier to thoroughly clean. As a result, they stay viable garments longer and provide more thorough, consistently reliable protection.

Appearance and Impression The lab coat is associated with the medical profession and thus has an impact on patient perception and trust. In a field where the customer must trust their health and wellbeing to the professional, first impressions can mean everything.

• The smallest stain appears suspicious, the slightest tear negligent, and hint of thinning fabric concerning. Anything that appears less than pristine can damage trust before it gets a chance to form. Wearing a lab coat that falls short is a gamble that nobody wins.