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General
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Clinical Use:
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To determine the efficacy of gas, steam or dry heat sterilisation processes. |
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Availability:
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Samples are tested Monday-Friday. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Biological Indicator (BI) Test, |
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Code:
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CXSPS |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample ambient. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Not Applicable
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Sterile Container (STERILE), |
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Sample Type:
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Biological indicators in thermoplastic vials; Spore Strips; B1 Stainless Steel Discs |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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N/A |
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Collection Instructions:
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Tests can be obtained from PathWest Supply Department - 6457 2464. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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N/A |
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Stability:
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N/A |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample ambient. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Microbial Contamination Testing Laboratory |
Microbiology |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4372 |
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Last Updated : 03-10-2020 07:28 |