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Crosstex International Crosstex Confirm 10 In-Office Biological Monitoring System. In-office system for monitoring steam sterilizers. Easy to use and interpret. Results in just 10 hours. Simply process vial in a normal sterilizer cycle. Then activate vial, incubate and record results. If any spores survive the process, the indicator media will turn yellow.
SKU MPN OPTION DESCRIPTION EST. TO SHIP
CTX-C10SK C10SK 10 Hour Office Kit Includes: Incubator, Record Keeper, Manual 10 Hour Office Kit Includes: Incubator, Record Keeper, Manual 4-5 Weeks
CTX-C10BI25 C10BI25 10 Hour Steam Biological Indicators, 25/bx 10 Hour Steam Biological Indicators, 25/bx 1-2 Weeks
CTX-NDB601 NDB601 In-Office Dry Block Incubator (non-digital), Grey In-Office Dry Block Incubator (non-digital), Grey 1-2 Weeks

Frequently asked questions

Does the system clearly indicate sterilization failure?

Yes, the Crosstex Confirm 10 system provides a distinct visual cue for easy, in-office interpretation of steam sterilizer efficacy within just 10 hours.

Results are determined by a visible color change in the indicator media:

  • Sterilization Failure: If spores survive the process, the indicator media will visibly turn yellow, signaling that corrective action is required.
  • Successful Sterilization: If the sterilization cycle is successful, the indicator media remains its original color, confirming efficacy.
Does the system provide rapid 10-hour results?

Yes, the Crosstex Confirm 10 system is specifically designed to deliver rapid feedback on steam sterilization efficacy in just 10 hours, helping to minimize downtime in your clinical setting.

Key features related to result timing and interpretation include:

  • 10-Hour Confirmation: The system provides confirmation of sterilization success or failure only 10 hours after the biological indicator vial is processed and incubated.
  • Clear Visual Indication: Sterility failure is easily identified; the indicator media will visually turn yellow if any resistant spores survive the sterilization cycle.
Is the Crosstex Confirm® 10 system easy to use?

Yes, the system is designed for ease of use. The process for monitoring steam sterilizers is simple to use and interpret, making it convenient for in-office use.

Is the Crosstex Confirm 10 monitoring system reliable?

Yes, the Crosstex Confirm 10 In-Office Biological Monitoring System is designed for reliable and routine verification of your steam sterilizer’s efficacy, helping ensure compliance and patient safety. The system is an essential tool for healthcare and dental offices.

Key reliability and performance features include:

  • Rapid, Definitive Results: The system delivers easy-to-interpret biological monitoring results in just 10 hours, significantly minimizing downtime compared to traditional methods.
  • Clear Visual Indicator: Reliability is guaranteed by a straightforward visual cue. If bacterial spores survive the sterilization process, the indicator media will distinctly change color to yellow, signaling a sterilization failure.
  • Simple In-Office Use: The monitoring process is easy for clinical staff, involving a simple sequence of sterilization, activation, and incubation, supporting consistent quality assurance checks.
Who should use this monitoring system?

The Crosstex Confirm 10 system is designed for healthcare environments that require strict, routine verification of steam sterilizer efficacy and compliance. It is ideally suited for use in:

  • Dental offices
  • Medical clinics
  • Outpatient surgical centers

The system’s ease of use and rapid 10-hour results make it ideal for busy clinical staff who need quick, reliable validation without complex external laboratory analysis.

What does the Confirm 10 Office Kit include?

The Crosstex Confirm 10 Office Kit provides all the necessary components for establishing your in-office biological monitoring system. This configuration includes:

  • The required non-digital dry block Incubator (noted as being grey).
  • A Record Keeper for logging your sterilization cycles.
  • The system Manual for operational guidance.
Does the Confirm 10 system offer rapid results?

Yes, the Crosstex Confirm 10 system is specifically designed for rapid, in-office verification of steam sterilizer efficacy, helping to minimize equipment downtime.

  • Result Time: The system delivers definitive results in just 10 hours after the sterilization cycle and incubation period.
  • Interpretation: Results are straightforward and clear. A positive result, indicating that spores survived the sterilization process, is displayed when the indicator media changes color to yellow.
What system configurations are available?

The Crosstex Confirm 10 system is available in three distinct configurations to suit various needs, from initial setup to routine monitoring:

  • 10 Hour Office Kit (MPN: C10SK): This is the complete starter solution. It includes the necessary non-digital Incubator, a Record Keeper, and the product manual.
  • 10-Hour Steam Biological Indicators (MPN: C10BI25): These are the refill biological indicator vials, packaged 25 per box, for routine cycle monitoring.
  • In-Office Dry Block Incubator (Standalone) (MPN: NDB601): This option provides the stand-alone, non-digital incubator unit (featured in a Grey finish) for replacement or expanding your current incubation capacity.
Does this system confirm sterilization effectiveness?

Yes, the system is designed to confirm sterilization effectiveness by indicating whether spores have survived the sterilization process. If spores endure, the indicator media changes to yellow, signaling a sterilization failure.

Does the system require special setup?

No, the Crosstex Confirm 10 system is designed for straightforward use, requiring only simple processing, activation, incubation, and recording steps within your office. It integrates easily into standard workflows.