ProSpore2

ProSpore2 is a self contained Biological Indicator for use in either Steam or Ethylene Oxide (EO) sterilization. Each unit is made up of a plastic container with cap, a crushable glass ampoule with recovery media, and a paper disc inoculated with spores.

ProSpore2 EO Suitable for use in hospital or industrial Ethylene Oxide sterilization. Contains B. atrophaeus1 spores Catalog # PS2-1-6-50 (106) Intended for use in EO 600mg/L, 54°C, 60% RH Sterilization failure evident by a dramatic green to yellow color change and/or turbidity.

ProSpore2 Steam Suitable for use in hospital or industrial Steam sterilization. Contains G. stearothermophilus1 spores Catalog #   PS2-3-5-50 (105)   PS2-3-6-50 (106) Sterilization failure evident by a dramatic purple to yellow color change and/or turbidity.

Activation

Do not depress cap prior to exposure in the sterilizer. Allow unit to cool after exposure, depress cap completely and crush ampoule. 

Seal

Crush

 NOTE: The crusher works the same whether you are using ProSpore2 or ProTest (pictured)

Incubation

ProSpore2 for Steam has an incubation period of 24 hours. Click here to read the technical information report. ProSpore2 for EO has an incubation period of 48-hours. ProSpore2 for Steam should be incubated at 55-66°C. ProSpore2 for EO should be incubated at 30-35°C.

For more information see Raven's Dry Bath Aluminum Block Incubator.

Labeling

Each unit is labeled with Lot #, Expiration, Manufacturer and type of sterilization in which it should be used. Space is allotted on the label for the user to write the date, sterilizer #, and load information. Label has a chemical indicator bar printed on it to assist the user in distinguishing an exposed from an unexposed unit. Box label contains similar information, including species, storage conditions, and manufacturer contact information.
ProSpore2 is packaged in 50 units per box.

Certification

Each box of ProSpore2 is certified for Population, Species, D-value, z-value (where appropriate) and expiration date. Shelf life is 18 months from the date of manufacture.

Related Information

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¹ Derived from recognized reference strains as specified within USP, ISO or EN guidelines. These products are not certified as being representative of the reference strain and they should therefore not be used where a reference culture is specified.