3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Sterilization Biological Indicator Vial Steam, 50/BX

Attest Super Rapid Readout Sterilization Biological Indicator Vial Steam, 50/BX

This steam sterilization biological indicator vial is a self-contained Attest unit for monitoring steam sterilization cycles. It fits facilities that want fast biological indicator results to help support instrument turnaround in sterilization workflows. This vial is intended for use with 3M Attest 490/490H auto-readers with software version 4.2.7 or greater and delivers a 24 minute read time.

Good Fit For

• Steam sterilization monitoring in healthcare facilities
• Instrument reprocessing workflows that need rapid biological indicator results
• Dynamic-air-removal sterilization cycles

Key Features

• Self-contained vial combines a spore carrier and media ampoule for biological monitoring
• Steam-compatible format for dynamic-air-removal cycles
• 24 minute read time helps speed routine sterilization workflow decisions
• Works with 3M Attest 490/490H auto-readers using software version 4.2.7 or greater
• Uses Geobacillus stearothermophilus spores for a direct measure of lethality
• Indicator changes from pink to light brown for visual interpretation support

Applications and Usage

• Monitoring pre-vacuum steam sterilization cycles
• Monitoring SFPP steam sterilization cycles
• Supporting faster instrument turnaround decisions with rapid readout results

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Requires a 3M Attest 490 or 490H auto-reader with software version 4.2.7 or greater for the 24 minute result
• Intended for steam sterilization cycles, not other sterilization methods
• Cycle conditions in the source facts are limited to dynamic-air-removal parameters at 132 C and 135 C

FAQ

• How quickly does this biological indicator provide results? This steam biological indicator provides results in 24 minutes when used in a 3M Attest 490 or 490H auto-reader with software version 4.2.7 or greater.
• What sterilization process is this vial meant for? This vial is for steam sterilization and the source facts specify dynamic-air-removal cycles, including pre-vacuum and SFPP.
• What reader is needed for this Attest vial? Use this vial with a 3M Attest 490 or 490H auto-reader. For the stated rapid readout performance, the auto-reader needs software version 4.2.7 or greater.
• What is inside the self-contained vial? The self-contained design includes a carrier with spores of Geobacillus stearothermophilus and a media ampoule with bacteriological media.
• What cycle conditions are noted for this indicator? The source facts list dynamic-air-removal conditions of 132 C for 3 or 4 minutes and 135 C for 3 minutes.

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