Sterilization instruction label

Sterilization indicator label is a special label used to monitor and indicate whether an item has undergone sterilization treatment. It is usually made of corrugated paper or label paper as the substrate, coated with color changing ink as a sterilization indicator, and back coated with pressure-sensitive adhesive. Under the standard conditions of pressure steam sterilization treatment temperature, temperature duration, and steam saturation, the indicator color block of the sterilization indicator label will change color, such as from light yellow to black, to intuitively reflect whether the sterilization result is qualified

The main uses of sterilization indicator labels include:

  1. Indicate whether the item package has undergone pressure steam sterilization process
  2. If the discoloration is uneven or incomplete, it may indicate that the package has not undergone sterilization treatment that meets the conditions
  3. Sterilization information can be recorded, such as the operator, sterilization expiration date, package item name, pot, etc

There are various types of sterilization indicator labels, including single label, roll label, traceable label, etc., which are suitable for different sterilization needs and scenarios. In addition, with the continuous development of medical technology, the performance and types of sterilization indicator labels are also constantly updated and improved to meet a wider range of sterilization monitoring needs

The function of sterilization indicator labels

Sterilization indicator labels play a crucial role in various fields such as healthcare, biological experiments, and food processing. Its core role is mainly reflected in the following aspects:

  1. Intuitive display of sterilization status: The sterilization indicator label can clearly and intuitively display whether the item has undergone the prescribed sterilization process through color changes.. This helps staff quickly assess the safety of items and avoid using unsterilized or incompletely sterilized items
  2. Ensure sterilization quality: The discoloration of the label is a direct reflection of the sterilization effect. If the label changes color unevenly or does not change color, it indicates that there may be problems with the sterilization process, such as temperature, time, or steam saturation not meeting the requirements. This prompts staff to inspect and improve the sterilization process to ensure sterilization quality
  3. Recording and Traceability: Some sterilization indicator labels also have the function of recording sterilization information, such as operator, sterilization date, expiration date, etc. This helps establish a traceability system for sterilized items, improving management efficiency and safety

What are the types of sterilization instruction labels?

Sterilization indicator labels can be classified into various types based on their form and function. It mainly includes the following types:

  1. Process chemistry indicator card: This type of indicator label is usually used for individual items or packaging to indicate whether the item has undergone sterilization process.. For example, common chemical indicator tapes and labels distinguish sterilized and unsterilized items through color changes

  2. Special detection chemical indicator card: This type of indicator label is specifically used for special experimental operations of sterilizers or sterilization standards, such as B-D test strips, to detect the cold air discharge effect and saturated steam penetration effect of pre vacuum sterilizers, as well as air leakage situations.

  3. Single parameter chemical indicator card: This type of indicator label focuses on testing a single parameter during the sterilization process, such as a gas concentration indicator card, used to detect whether the concentration of a specific gas (such as hydrogen peroxide) meets the sterilization requirements.

  4. Multi parameter chemical indicator card: This type of indicator tag has the detection function of two or more key parameters (such as time, temperature, humidity, gas concentration, steam saturation degree), which can more comprehensively evaluate the sterilization effect.

  5. Comprehensive parameter chemical indicator card: This type of indicator label is a type of indicator card specifically designed to act on all parameters within the specified range during each sterilization process. Its set value needs to reach the inactivation value, which can comprehensively evaluate the sterilization quality.