This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Virology, Subject name: Microbiology
Prions are killed by - 
Select and explain. 
A. Autoclave, B. Ethylene dioxide, C. Gamma radiation, D. Autoclave and NaOH
D: Autoclave and NaOH
Answer: D: Autoclave and NaOH 
Explanation: Prions are killed by autoclave. REF:ANANTHANARAYAN AND PANIKER'S TEXTBOOK OF MICROBIOLOGY 9TH EDITION PAGE NO:557