- Condition: Factory New
- Weight: 0.19 lb
- Simply process the spore strip in a normal size load, complete the information on the envelope and mail back to the laboratory for your third party legal documentation.
- Legal documentation is available after 24-hour incubation for all steam cycles, 72 hours for chemical vapor and 7 days for dry heat and EO gas: This time saving is significant when failures are detected.
- In addition to receiving quarterly reports, you can view your results online by going to test results page on www.checkyourtest.com.
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Learn more:
- MFR: SPS Medical Supply Ships from MFI Medical
- MPN: EMS-012
Frequently asked questions
Is this monitoring service compatible with various sterilization methods?
Yes, this service is highly versatile and engineered to support multiple sterilization processes, including:
- Steam
- Chemical Vapor
- Dry Heat
- Ethylene Oxide (EO) Gas
How fast can I expect the incubation results?
The service is designed for efficiency, providing rapid turnaround times depending on the method used:
- Steam cycles: 24-hour incubation.
- Chemical vapor cycles: 72-hour incubation.
Are the test results easily accessible for my records?
Absolutely. This service streamlines your compliance and documentation by making all results conveniently accessible online, allowing for easy monitoring and record-keeping for your facility.
How should I position the biological indicators for testing?
For the most accurate validation, the biological indicator test strips should be placed in the most challenging areas of your sterilization load or directly inside your densest packs to ensure a rigorous test.
Does this kit provide everything needed for mailing samples?
Yes, each kit includes specialized mailer envelopes. Once your cycle is complete, you simply place the test strip into the provided mailer and send it to our professional microbiology laboratory for culturing.
Is this service suitable for professional clinical settings?
Yes, this system is specifically designed for high-standard environments including:
- Dental offices
- Surgical centers
- Clinical facilities
It is an essential tool for meeting rigorous infection prevention and safety standards.
Are there specific allergy warnings for this product?
Yes, please note that this product contains natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions in individuals with latex sensitivities.
Can this be procured through the Veterans Affairs system?
Yes, this specific sterilization monitoring service is available through the Veterans Affairs (VA) procurement system.
How many tests are included in each box?
Each box of the McKesson Sterilization Mail-In Monitoring Service includes 12 biological indicator test strip envelopes.
Is this system useful for verifying sterilization efficacy?
Yes, it provides a highly reliable method for verifying the efficacy of your sterilization equipment by using biological indicator test strips, which are the industry standard for professional healthcare sterilization validation.