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Test method validation for adverse and/or inhibitory substances is important to ensure that the measurement of contamination on a device is not impacted by substances present in the test. Adverse substances and/or inhibitory substances (e.g. antimicrob

Learn about the factors to take into consideration when choosing an ethylene oxide contract sterilization facility.

This TechTip provides a summary of minimizing over-processing by understanding how to establish an appropriate internal process challenge device. Let our team review your process and identify other ways to help reduce EO sterilant used through our Sustainable EO® sterilization services

This TechTip focuses on why some starches require irradiation, effects of radiation on starches, and suggestions for evaluating minimum and maximum doses

This TechTip provides information on the selection of an appropriate Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) for medical devices

A study was carried out to compare the impact, if any, of EO concentration on product EO residual levels determined in accordance with ISO10993-7.

As part of our commitment to providing innovative and sustainable solutions, STERIS AST has developed the Sustainable EO® sterilization services program.

What is bioburden? Bioburden is the quantity and types of native bacterial and fungal flora present on or in a device, substrate, or chemical (test unit). Bioburden plays a large role in determining what is necessary to achieve sterility, and can impac

When developing a sterile barrier system for medical devices, there are several aspects that need to be considered in choosing packaging and qualifying your sterile barrier system (SBS)

Due to the all-consuming nature of designing a brand new product, developers are frequently more focused on functionality than risk.