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Date: Thu, 8 Jul 2010 14:41:23 -0400
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From: McGrath Edward J <Edward.McGrath**At_Symbol_Here**REDCLAY.K12.DE.US>
Subject: Re: Biological Indicators
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The gold standard for this protocol is Bacillus stearothermophilus
endospores. This is a bacterium that only grows at temperatures above
56 degrees C (can't seem to do symbols!)
Autoclaving at 121 degrees C for 15 minutes is sufficient to kill the
spores. After autoclaving, you inoculate appropriate medium and
incubate in a hot water bath, with a control culture of un-autoclaved
spores (which should, of course, grow).
I'm afraid I have no idea of pricing. Another option is autoclave tape,
which reveals writing after autoclaving. You should use this with every
autoclave run (it usually says "autoclaved" or "sterile.") This is good
for showing which medium has been sterilized and which hasn't (assuming
the medium is not compromised.) The disadvantage to the tape is that
with age, the writing can appear without autoclaving.
Edward J. McGrath
Science Supervisor
Red Clay Consolidated School District
office: (302) 552-3768
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Beth Welmaker
Sent: Thursday, July 08, 2010 2:00 PM
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Subject: [DCHAS-L] Biological Indicators
I am looking for a recommendation for simple Biological Indicators to
verify our autoclave sterilization effectiveness.
There are several vial styles to choose from. I don't want to waste
money on a poor product.
Thank you in advance!
Beth Welmaker, CCHO
Safety Officer
11350 SW Village Parkway - Third Floor
Port Saint Lucie, FL=A0 34987
772-345-4826
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