Six Current Methods for Monitoring The Effectiveness of Sterilization②

Chemical indicator test (★★☆☆☆)

The chemical indicator test is a simple and rapid method used to monitor whether the sterilization process has met predetermined conditions.

Chemical indicators are often composed of special chemicals that change color under specific sterilization conditions, such as temperature, pressure, and time.

Before sterilization, the chemical indicator is placed in the appropriate position within the sterilizer, and after sterilization is complete, the success of the sterilization procedure is judged by observing the color change of the indicator.

While chemical indicator tests provide quick results, they may be less accurate than biological tests.

The chemical indicator test needs to be performed for every chamber, and the clinic usually carries out the test itself.