Internal pack monitoring in steam (autoclave) sterilization cycles.

Ensuring that steam penetrates through packaging and reaches the instruments inside.

Detecting sterilization errors due to incorrect packaging, improper loading, or autoclave malfunction.

Rapid quality assurance in medical facilities, pharmaceutical labs, or research settings using steam sterilization.

Preparation:

• Prepare your packs or trays according to standard sterilization protocol.

• Ensure the pack is fully sealed and correctly loaded.

Placement:

• Insert one AXCP60 indicator strip inside each sterilization package or tray, ideally in the area most difficult for steam to reach.

Sterilization:

• Run the autoclave using the steam sterilization cycle (e.g., 121–134 °C, depending on load requirements).

Post-Cycle Inspection:

• Remove the pack after the cycle completes.

• Observe the strip: a full color change signifies that steam reached sufficient levels.

• If the strip doesn’t change completely, it indicates insufficient exposure due to steam, time, or temperature issues.

Follow-Up Actions:

• If the indicator passes, proceed with use or dispatch of the sterilized items.

• If it fails, do not use the contents. Investigate packaging or loading method, then reprocess.

Documentation:

• Record the cycle date, load ID, operator, and indicator result as part of your sterilization QA log.