Crosstex SporView® Self-Contained Biological Indicators (SCBIs) for monitoring steam sterilization consist of a thermoplastic vial and a brown cap, a crushable glass ampoule with Trypticase® Soy Broth (TSB) modified with pH indicator, and a disc inoculated with Geobacillus stearothermophilus spores.
- Reduced incubation time of 24 hours
- Visually distinct positive results indicated by the media transitioning from Purple to Yellow
- Chemical Indicator on label provides instant indication of exposure
| Organism | Geobacillus stearothermophilus Cell Line 7953 |
| Indications for Use | The SCBIs may be utilized to monitor Steam sterilization process efficacy in healthcare and industrial applications. |
| Incubation Time | 24 hours |
| Chemical Indicator | Each SCBI vial label contains a Chemical Indicator for instant indication of exposure. |
| MSCBI Dimensions | 8.4 mm x 45.5 mm |
| Packaging | 100 SCBIs/Box |
| Compliance | ISO 11138-1 Sterilization of health care products – Biological indicators – Part 1: General requirementsISO 11138-3 Sterilization of health care products – Biological indicators – Part 3: Biological indicators for moist heat sterilization processes
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| Shelf-Life | Typically 24 months from the day of manufacture. The shelf-life of the SCBIs is based on the shorter of the two individual components (the media ampoule and inoculated carrier), which have independent expiration periods. |
| Storage Conditions | 20°C to 25°C average. Excursions 15°C to 30°C allowed. 20-70% relative humidity |