3M™ Attest™ Steam Biological Indicator - Box/50

Three-hour readout, brown cap, Rapid Readout Biological Indicator for Steam 250°F/121°C gravity or 270°F/132°C vacuum-assisted sterilisation cycles. Biological indicators provide the best assurance of sterility by challenging the steriliser with quantifiable, highly resistant Geobacillus stearothermophilus spores. The system includes Rapid Readout biological indicators, disposable test packs, auto-readers and log books.

Biological indicators are used for load control monitoring which is the process by which a load is monitored and released based on the result of a biological indicator (BI) in a test pack.3M™ Attest™ 1292 Rapid Readout Biological Indicators for 121°C/250°F gravity and 132°C/270°F vacuum-assisted cycle self-contained BI for 121°C/250°F gravity and 132°C/270°F vacuum-assisted cycles consisting of a Geobacillus stearothermophilus spore strip; sealed glass ampule with growth medium and dual indicator system; brown colour-coded cap with holes for sterilant penetration and a filter as a bacterial barrier; and a chemical indicator on the label that changes from rose to brown when processed.

After sterilisation, the vial is "crushed" to join the growth media with the processed spore strip. The BI is incubated for three hours in the 3M™ Attest™ 290 Series Auto-reader for a fluorescent reading. Note: These products must be used with Cat. No. 290 or 3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader.

Features & Benefits:

• Provides results in three hours.
• Self-contained biological indicators significantly reduce the possibility of contamination, minimising false positives and assuring more accurate results
• Faster result time, making it possible to quarantine every load and eliminate recalls
• The system can help reduce the costs associated with fighting infections - cost measured in both dollars and time spent
• Colour-coded for quick reference and easy use

Specifications:

• Brand: 3M
• Product: 3M™ Attest™ Steam Biological Indicator (1292)
• Biological Indicator System: Rapid
• Cap Colour: Brown
• Model: 1292
• Product Type: Biological Indicator
• Product Use: Load Monitoring
• Sterilisation Method: Steam
• UOM: Box of 50
• Image is sample of product

Warning: Always read the label and follow directions for use.