The presence of air in an autoclave sterilization cycle can adversely affect steam penetration and steam contact with the materials being sterilized. Saturated steam condensing on a surface is essential in killing microorganisms that may be present on the material surface. Daily use of the STERIS Steraffirm® Bowie-Dick Test Pack confirms sufficient air removal and steam penetration in the autoclave and ensures compliance with international regulations and current good manufacturing practices (cGMPs).
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