Description:
Terragene® Bionova® Hyper Biological Indicator (BT98) Terragene® Bionova® Hyper Auto-reader Incubator (BHY) Terragene® Bionova® NanoBio Auto-reader Incubator (BNB)
Developed by Terragene SA, the Terragene® Bionova® suite contains the Hyper Biological Indicator (BT98), Hyper Auto-reader Incubator (BHY), and NanoBio Auto-reader Incubator (BNB) that are designed to provide reliable, accurate, and efficient monitoring in microbiology and sterility assurance applications.
The Hyper Biological Indicator (BT98) is a self-contained biological indicator formulated for rapid and sensitive response to steam and ethylene oxide (EO) sterilization processes. It uses a clear, convenient visual read-out that changes color to indicate success or failure of the sterilization process, thus supporting healthcare institutions and laboratories ensure the efficacy of their sterilization methods.
The Hyper Auto-reader Incubator (BHY) and NanoBio Auto-reader Incubator (BNB) are high-performance, easy-to-use devices that incubate the biological indicators and read their results, offering a crucial functional element in infection-control and sterility assurance programs. These auto-reader incubators feature intuitive interfaces and sophisticated algorithms, designed for rapid incubation, accurate interpretation, and digital documentation of results.
The whole Terragene® Bionova® suite represents a significant advancement in the field of biological monitoring, merging sensitivity, speed, and precision with digital tech innovation. They offer an efficient method to verify the effectiveness of sterilization processes, helping to maintain high standards of hygiene, thus reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections.
How It Works:
Understanding the Terragene® Bionova® Hyper Biological Indicator and Auto-reader Incubators
The Terragene® Bionova® Hyper Biological Indicator (BT98) teamed with either the Hyper Auto-reader Incubator (BHY) or the NanoBio Auto-reader Incubator (BNB), represents exemplary innovation in the field of sterilization monitoring equipment, specifically for
autoclave sterilization.
Hyper Biological Indicator (BT98)
The core element of this system is the BT98 biological indicator. It uses highly resistant
Geobacillus stearothermophilus spores as a reliable measure of the sterilization process efficacy. The BT98 is composed of a sealed glass ampoule containing the viable microorganisms in a purple broth medium with a pH indicator.
Reader Incubators: BHY and BNB
The Bionova® Hyper Auto-reader Incubator (BHY) and Bionova® NanoBio Auto-reader Incubator (BNB) are designed to incubate and automatically interpret the results of the BT98 biological indicator. Indicators are incubated at a programmed temperature, activating the bacterial spores and promoting their growth if the sterilization process was ineffective.
During incubation, the device monitors changes in the medium's color: successful sterilization will yield no change, while sterilization failure results in a color shift from purple to yellow, indicating the survival and metabolic activity of the spores. The auto-reader incubators interpret and report these results, eliminating human error and ensuring a highly reliable assessment of sterilization efficacy.
Optimized Sterilization Monitoring
The Terragene® Bionova® sterilization monitoring systems represent a significant advance in ensuring the reliability and safety of autoclave sterilization. Designed for ease of use, they provide immediate, clear interpretation of results, thereby increasing efficiency and potentially reducing the risk of infection due to sterilization failure. This meticulous monitoring promotes the highest standards of patient safety and care within the healthcare environment.
In conclusion, the Terragene® Bionova® system provides an essential, intuitive solution for the vital task of verifying sterilization in healthcare settings. By employing the most resistant bacterial spores and eliminating potential human error in result interpretation through automation, this system facilitates uncompromising assurance of sterilization process effectiveness.