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Ethylene Oxide Sterilization Validations

The Ethylene Oxide Validation test assists the manufacturer in performing an appropriate sterilization validation to demonstrate the appropriate sterility assurance level and ensure repeatability. All types of products, whether sterilized in-house or performed by a contract sterilizer should undergo this test to ensure compliance with national and international standards. This test is recommended by ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11135-1:2007 and 11135-2:2008. Various AAMI TIRs offer guidance in meeting the requirements of the sterilization standard. Nelson Labs qualified personnel have extensive knowledge and experience in validating sterilization processes either in-house or at contract sterilizers. Nelson experts have performed sterilization validations and sterilization consulting for customers in the U.S. and abroad. Nelson experts are members of the AAMI sterilization standards committee and are actively involved in the standards writing process. We can partner with you throughout the entire process from protocol generation to final report completion.  

Nelson Laboratories, Inc.(NLI), specializes in ethylene oxide sterilization validations, whether products are sterilized in house or by a contract sterilizer. NLI experts have performed on-site sterilization validations in the U.S. and around the world, and are actively involved on the committees that develop the standards that govern testing including: AAMI/ST/WG 01 committee working group for industrial EO sterilization, AAMI/ST/WG 04 biological indicators, AAMI/ST/WG 63 sterilization residuals, AAMI/ ST/WG 91 resistometer, and AAMI/ST/WG 92 process challenge devices. NLI experts will guide you through pre-validation testing and cycle development, as well as the validation process, routine monitoring, and revalidation requirements. NLI offers customized protocols and summary final reports for all your validation needs.
“The service I received from Nelson Labs was exceptional – the technical staff were very knowledgeable, the turn‐around time was quick and I was able to get preliminary results as soon as the testing was completed, and everyone was very easy to reach and very helpful.”

Alexandra , R&D Engineer , Medical Device Manufacturer


Ethylene Oxide Sterilization Validations


EO chamber internal dimensions are 18X 18X 36; if samples do not fit into sterilizers in a single load, they may be divided into different loads to accommodate the samples.
 
Disclaimer: It is the responsibility of the sponsor to verify their samples dimensions in order to prevent any delays with their exposure.


“Everyone I have interacted with at Nelson Labs has been extremely helpful, prompt and thorough in their responses, and have demonstrated expert familiarity with EO sterilization methods & criteria. In particular I would like to compliment and thank Mark Fischer and David Simmons for their support”
 – Randy, Chief Technical Officer, Medical Device Manufacturer
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