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Clostridium difficile (C. diff) bacteria can survive for long periods outside the body, especially in a healthcare setting where surfaces may not be properly cleaned. The spores can survive on surfaces for months and are resistant to many disinfectants. It is important to follow proper cleaning protocols to prevent the spread of C. diff.
Pinworms do not survive for long periods outside the human body. They typically do not live for more than a few weeks in the environment. They require a warm, moist environment to survive and reproduce.
E. coli bacteria can survive on surfaces like shoes for a few hours to a few days, depending on factors such as humidity, temperature, and surface material. It is important to regularly clean and disinfect surfaces that may come into contact with E. coli to prevent its spread.
When sperm is left out for too long, it will eventually die and become nonviable for fertilization. Sperm cells are sensitive to temperature and environmental conditions, so it's important to handle and store them properly if they are intended for reproductive purposes.
Candida fungus can survive outside the body on surfaces for several hours to days, depending on environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity. However, candida is more commonly transmitted through direct contact with an infected person or through contaminated objects.
Platelets live for about four to eight days