Biological Indicator 1 amp

Steri Medical Biological Indicator 1 Amp – Autoclave Sterilization Monitoring

The Steri Medical Biological Indicator 1 Amp, manufactured in Turkey, provides reliable, high-precision verification for medical and dental sterilization processes. Specially engineered to test the efficacy of steam and Ethylene Oxide (EO) sterilization cycles, this biological indicator delivers accurate, dependable results without requiring complex laboratory equipment or off-site analysis.

Key Features & Specifications

• Brand: Steri Medical
• Origin: Made in Turkey
• Product Type: Self-contained Biological Indicator (1 Ampoule)
• Sterilization Efficacy: Compatible with 121°C, 132°C, 134°C, and 135°C steam sterilization cycles.
• Bacterial Spore Carrier: Contains Geobacillus stearothermophilus ATCC 7953 bacterial spores suspended on a filter paper carrier housed within a protective plastic tube and cap.
• Color Indicator Ampoule: Features an internal sealed-glass ampoule filled with a specially formulated culture medium. The integrated color indicator changes color upon spore growth, enabling quick visual confirmation.
• User-Friendly Design: On-site evaluation eliminates the need for external lab testing or complex diagnostic procedures.

Applications & Uses

1. Steam Sterilization (Autoclave) Monitoring

Ideal for validating steam sterilization at standard temperatures (121°C to 134°C) to ensure the complete destruction of highly resistant bacterial spores. Primary settings include:

• Hospitals and Surgical Centers
• Dental Clinics and Private Practices
• Central Sterile Services Departments (CSSD)

2. Ethylene Oxide (EO) Sterilization Monitoring

Essential for quality assurance during EO sterilization processes across medical manufacturing and clinical environments, including:

• Medical Device Manufacturing
• Catheters, Cannulas, and Tubing
• Surgical Gloves and Disposable Medical Supplies

3. Sterilization Cycle Validation & Quality Control

Serves as a critical standard for regulatory compliance, routine safety protocols, and operational testing:

• Validation and commissioning of new autoclaves
• Periodic sterilization cycle performance testing
• Routine monitoring (daily or weekly protocol compliance)