{"id":2711,"date":"2026-08-06T08:13:39","date_gmt":"2026-08-06T08:13:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bionicsscientific.com\/blogs\/?p=2711"},"modified":"2026-08-06T08:13:39","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T08:13:39","slug":"laboratory-incubator","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bionicsscientific.com\/blogs\/laboratory-incubator\/","title":{"rendered":"Laboratory Incubator: Working Principle, Types, Uses and Safety"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bionicsscientific.com\/incubators\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">laboratory incubator<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a controlled chamber that keeps a steady temperature \u2013 and in some models, humidity or gas levels \u2013 allowing cultures, cell lines, or samples to grow under stable and repeatable conditions. The instrument is used in microbiology labs, pharmaceutical QC units, hospitals, diagnostic centers, food-testing facilities across India for daily work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Short Answer<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lab incubator is an environment-controlled apparatus where microorganisms, cell cultures, and other samples are grown. Incubators are usually temperature controlled, but depending on the kind of incubator, humidity, CO\u2082 levels, and even refrigeration can be controlled.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Purpose of an Incubator<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The purpose of an incubator is to remove the surrounding environment as a variable. Room temperature shifts through the day, and biological processes are sensitive enough that this drift affects results if nothing compensates. An incubator compensates continuously, holding conditions near a set point.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That is the incubator function in short\u2014stable, predictable conditions over time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How does an incubator work<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few components working together make this function possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Heating system:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Walls or base of chamber contain heating elements, which heat on demand.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Temperature sensor:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Typically an RTD probe or thermocouple to measure actual chamber temperature.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Digital controller:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> compares reading to set point and switches heating on or off <\/span><b>Insulation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> double-wall chamber reduces heat loss and improves cycling Air <\/span><b>circulation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> natural convection or forced-air fan to distribute heat evenly <\/span><b>Shelves\u2014perforated:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> wire mesh construction, to allow air circulation around <\/span><b>samples Humidity control\u2014mainly in<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> CO\u2082 and some bacteriological incubators, water reservoirs, or humidity sensors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Incubator Uses in Laboratory and Microbiology Work<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common incubator uses in laboratory settings include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Culturing bacteria, fungi and yeast for identification<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/archive.epa.gov\/water\/archive\/web\/html\/vms52.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BOD testing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of water and effluent samples<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sterility and stability testing in pharmaceutical QC<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fermentation and enzyme studies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cell and tissue culture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microbial screening in food-testing labs<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incubator uses in microbiology mainly involve identification, sensitivity testing and studying growth behavior, all of which need the incubator in microbiology lab settings to hold its set point tightly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Types of Incubators<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Different labs need different designs. A bacteriological incubator for routine cultures has little in common with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bionicsscientific.com\/incubators\/co2-incubators\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CO\u2082 incubator<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> running a live cell line.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Comparison of Laboratory Incubator Types<\/b><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incubator Type<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Main Control Parameter<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typical Applications<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key Benefit<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Important Selection Consideration<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bacteriological incubator<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temperature<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Routine culturing, diagnostics<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple, reliable operation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shelf uniformity<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General-purpose laboratory incubator<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temperature<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Academic, general research<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flexible use<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The range fits all needs<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BOD incubator<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temperature, cooling<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water\/wastewater BOD testing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stable low-temperatcontrol<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cooling and recovery speed<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CO\u2082 incubator<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temperature, CO\u2082, humidity<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cell and tissue culture<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suits gas-sensitive cultures<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CO\u2082 sensor accuracy<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shaking incubator<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temperature, agitation speed<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fermentation, suspension cultures<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Growth plus mixing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speed range, load capacity<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refrigerated incubator<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temperature, heating\/cooling<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sub-ambient work<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wide operating range<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refrigeration reliability<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>Incubator Temperature and Humidity<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no single correct setting. Incubator temperature and humidity depend on the organism, sample, test method, and the lab&#8217;s approved SOP. A value used for one organism, given only as an example, may not suit another. Follow the validated method, not a general reference.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>SOP of Incubator Operation<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A practical SOP for incubator use includes the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect chamber, door seal and shelves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clean interior with a suitable disinfectant<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set parameters per the validated method<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Load samples with spacing for airflow<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitor readings at set intervals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Document settings and deviations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove samples after incubation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clean the chamber again post-use<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow your own documented SOP and applicable regulatory requirements for specifics.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Cleaning and Maintenance of the Incubator<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleaning and preventative maintenance is critical for consistent incubator operation.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clean up spills as soon as possible.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a cleaning solution that will not damage the chamber.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check the door seals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep the air vents free of obstruction.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not overload the shelves.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check the sensors and alarms and over-temperature protection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep maintenance logs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Laboratory Incubator Safety Precautions<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The practice is safe for the users, samples, and equipment used.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid putting flammable or volatile substances into an incubator.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to use the correct protective gear.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid blocking the air flow within the chamber.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check if there is a reliable electrical supply and earthing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure that secondary containment of leaking samples is available.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure that alarms due to temperature are checked before running tests.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b>Incubator vs Laboratory Oven<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although both instruments provide controlled heating, they are designed for different applications.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Feature<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Laboratory Incubator<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Laboratory Oven<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Primary purpose<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biological incubation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drying and heating<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typical operation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate controlled temperatures<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally higher temperatures<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common samples<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cultures and biological samples<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glassware, materials and test samples<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Important factor<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temperature stability and uniformity<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heating range and drying performance<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exact operating ranges vary between models. Laboratories should check the manufacturer\u2019s specifications and the applicable test method before selecting equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Common Laboratory Incubator Problems and Troubleshooting<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laboratory incubator performance can be affected by incorrect loading, frequent door opening, blocked airflow, damaged seals, or sensor problems. The following checks may help identify common operating issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Problem<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Probable cause<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Suggested testing procedure<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temperature variation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeated opening of the door or unsteady load<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimize door openings and sample positioning<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chamber temperature imbalance<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obstructed air flow or overloaded chamber<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure proper spacing between samples<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temperature recovery is slow<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overloaded chamber or a faulty door seal<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assess the load and the door seal<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Condensation inside the chamber<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High humidity or frequent temperature changes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect the humidity and the door use<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inaccurate temperature measurement<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sensor drift or improper calibration<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schedule the calibration or technical assessment<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the problem continues, stop using the incubator for critical testing and contact qualified technical personnel.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Selecting an Incubator Instrument<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key factors for Indian laboratories:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Application\u2014microbiology,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> BOD, cell culture or general use<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Chamber capacity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 matched to real sample volume<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Temperature range<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 comfortably covers intended work<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Uniformity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 even temperature across shelves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Controller accuracy<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 consistent results run to run<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Recovery time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 quick stabilisation after door opening<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Construction<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 durable build and good sealing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Safety features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 over-temperature protection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Validation support<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 IQ\/OQ\/PQ documentation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Service support<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 availability after purchase<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bionics Scientific manufactures laboratory incubators built around these considerations. Specifications are worth comparing against your specific application before purchase.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Why Bionics Scientific for a Laboratory Incubator?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laboratory Incubators: Bionics Scientific offers laboratory incubators for microbiology, pharmaceutical, research, healthcare, food testing, and industrial applications. Available configurations can be selected based on chamber capacity, operating temperature range, controller requirements, and intended application.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Features available vary depending on the selected model and customer requirements:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Changing volumes and temperatures of chambers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temperature control digital<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Robust chamber construction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety protection of over temperature<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application-based configuration options<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Installation &amp; Technical Help<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qualification documentation (if applicable)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Customers should verify the final specifications, documentation, and service requirements with Bionics Scientific before placing an order.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Contact Bionics Scientific<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laboratories, research organizations, pharmaceutical facilities, hospitals, diagnostic centers, educational institutions, and industrial facilities across India can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bionicsscientific.com\/contact-us.php\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contact Bionics Scientific<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with their application, chamber capacity, operating temperature range, and other requirements to receive product guidance and a quotation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>What is the purpose of an incubator in the laboratory?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To maintain temperature control, sometimes humidity or CO\u2082 is for culturing microorganisms and running BOD or sterility tests or stability tests.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What is the main purpose of an incubator?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An incubator in bacteriology is a device used to keep the inside at a constant temperature so that biological processes will proceed at a constant rate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What is a laboratory incubator?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The insulation and air circulation allow the sensor and control system to regulate the heater as part of the feedback loop.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What temperature is used in a microbiology laboratory incubator?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is contingent upon the organism and the method. Always follow the lab&#8217;s validated SOP.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What is the difference between a BOD incubator and a bacteriological incubator?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bionicsscientific.com\/incubators\/bod-incubator.php\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bacteriological incubator<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is for general culturing, whereas a BOD incubator has cooling for low-temperature testing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Does a laboratory incubator have a humidity control?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some do &#8211; mainly CO\u2082 and specialist models. Standard units usually don\u2019t.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What are the various types of laboratory incubators?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bacteriological General Purpose BOD CO\u2082 Shaking and cold storage<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What is the normal procedure for using an incubator?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect, clean, set parameters, load samples, monitor, record, unload, and clean.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Which incubator is right for my laboratory?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Match your needs for application, capacity, temperature range, uniformity, accuracy, and safety. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A laboratory incubator is a controlled chamber that keeps a steady temperature \u2013 and in some models, humidity or gas 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