Reprocessing
7.1.3
Low Temperature Plasma Sterilization (LTP)
Abbreviation
Throughout this guide, the term low temperature plasma sterilization will be abbreviated as LTP
Sterilization.
Applicable Technology
• Only LTP sterilization and sterilizers that conform to the requirements of ISO 14937 should be
used
• The selected sterilization procedure must be validated in accordance with ISO 14937
• Observe the underlying restrictions pertaining to the LTP sterilization procedure in your country
LTP Sterilization Parameters
Low Temperature Plasma Sterilization (LTP) using a STERRAD® 100S
Sterilization Parameter
Validation Parameters
The fundamental suitability of the instruments for an effective Low Temperature Plasma
Sterilization was validated by an independent test laboratory using the following parameters:
Validation Parameters
Sterilizer
Manufacturer
Program
If procedures other than those described above are used, the fundamental efficiency must be
proven by validation.
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Long Cycle Full
Short Cycle
STERRAD® 100S
Johnson & Johnson
Short Cycle
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