- Condition: Factory New
- Warranty: Until Use/Expiration
- Weight: 458.0 lb
- Cleans protein soils, carbohydrates, and lipid soils
- For pre-cleaning critical and semi-critical medical devices
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Learn more:
- MFR: Metrex Ships from Manufacturer
- MPN: 10-4055
- Phone: (800) 841-1428
Frequently asked questions
What types of soils does MetriZyme effectively remove from medical instruments?
MetriZyme is effective at removing protein, carbohydrate, and lipid-based soils from medical instruments.
Is MetriZyme gentle for medical instruments?
Yes, MetriZyme is specifically formulated to be gentle on instruments. This low-foaming enzymatic detergent is designed for the crucial pre-cleaning of critical and semi-critical medical devices prior to sterilization or high-level disinfection. Its powerful enzymes effectively break down and remove tough organic soils (protein, carbohydrates, and lipids) while remaining gentle enough for instruments, even those heavily soiled.
Does MetriZyme have a strong odor?
No, MetriZyme has a mint fragrance which helps to provide a more pleasant cleaning experience.
What is the shelf life of MetriZyme?
MetriZyme has a shelf life of 24 months.
What is the warranty for MetriZyme?
The warranty for MetriZyme lasts until the use or expiration date of the product.
What is the volume of MetriZyme in a single drum?
Each drum of MetriZyme contains 55 gallons of the enzymatic detergent.
Is MetriZyme low-foaming?
Yes, MetriZyme is a low-foaming solution, which is beneficial for use in automated cleaning systems and helps to ensure clear visibility during the cleaning process.
Is MetriZyme used for pre-cleaning medical instruments?
Yes, MetriZyme is specifically formulated as an enzymatic detergent for the crucial pre-cleaning of critical and semi-critical medical devices. This essential step is required prior to sterilization or high-level disinfection.
It is designed for use in high-volume environments like operating rooms and sterile processing departments.
MetriZyme’s powerful enzymatic action effectively breaks down and removes persistent organic residues that standard detergents often miss, including:
- Protein soils
- Carbohydrates
- Lipid soils
Furthermore, the solution is low-foaming and gentle on instruments, even those exposed to significant organic debris.
Is MetriZyme a disinfectant?
MetriZyme is designed for pre-cleaning, meaning it should be used before sterilization or high-level disinfection processes to remove organic debris and bodily fluids.
What is MetriZyme's primary purpose?
The Metrex MetriZyme is an enzymatic detergent specifically designed for pre-cleaning critical and semi-critical medical devices before sterilization or high-level disinfection. It helps remove organic debris like protein, carbohydrate, and lipid soils.