Crosstex Traditional Self-Contained Biological Indicators (SCBIs) for monitoring steam sterilization consist of a durable polycarbonate vial with 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.The SCBIs are labeled For Industrial Use Only. |
| Incubation Time | 24 hours |
| SCBI Dimensions | 13 mm x 61 mm |
| Chemical Indicator | Each SCBI vial label contains a Chemical Indicator for instant indication of exposure. |
| Packaging | 50 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
USP |
| 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 | 15°C to 30°C, 20-70% relative humidity |