HELIX TEST STE (1 box of 100 tests) - Hygitech - Delynov - HY-80036 - HY-810361

What is the Hygitech TEST DE STE HELIX?

The TEST DE STE HELIX, offered by Hygitech, is a sterilization indicator specifically designed to test the performance of Class B autoclaves. This device comes in the form of a box containing 100 tests. It is used to simulate the sterilization conditions of instruments with narrow cavities or hollow bodies, common in implant and periodontal surgery. This test ensures that air has been correctly evacuated and that steam has penetrated to the core of the load, thus guaranteeing the microbiological safety of reusable devices.

What are the clinical indications for this helix sterilization test?

The use of the helix sterilization indicator is indicated for the daily monitoring of the sterilization cycle in facilities practicing oral surgery, implantology, or stomatology. It is particularly recommended for validating the autoclave's ability to sterilize complex devices such as contra-angles, turbines, or surgical suction cannulas. This helix sterilization control confirms the compliance of the load before the instruments are used on the patient, thus forming part of an infectious risk management and quality approach within the technical platform.

What are the technical characteristics of this product?

The product referenced under codes HY-80036 and HY-810361 by Hygitech includes an autoclave helix test device delivered with 100 physico-chemical indicators. The system is based on a capillary tube simulating a penetration constraint for the steam. Each autoclave helix test changes color clearly and precisely once the required parameters of time, temperature, and steam saturation are reached. This box of 100 units offers an economical and reliable solution for the regular monitoring of sterilization cycles, ensuring an immediate reading of the result by the healthcare team.

What are the contraindications for using this test?

There are no direct medical contraindications for the TEST DE STE HELIX as it does not come into contact with the patient. However, its use is restricted to the monitoring of steam sterilization cycles. It must not be used for other sterilization processes such as dry heat (Poupinel) or cold chemical sterilization. Improper handling, such as exposure to moisture before the cycle or inappropriate storage, can alter the reliability of the indicator. It is imperative to follow the manufacturer Hygitech's recommendations regarding the storage of tests away from light and moisture.

What are the precautions for use and the duration of validity?

The autoclave helix test must be placed in the chamber of the device according to the autoclave manufacturer's recommendations, generally at the coldest or most difficult-to-reach point. After the cycle, the practitioner must check the colorimetric change of the indicator. If the color change is incomplete, the load must be considered non-sterile. Unused tests must be kept in their original packaging. Although this product is not resorbable or implantable, the accuracy of the result depends on strict compliance with the expiration dates indicated on the box by Hygitech SAS to guarantee the integrity of the chemical reagents.

Who is the manufacturer and what standards are met?

The official manufacturer of this device is Hygitech SAS, a company recognized in the dental surgery sector for its sterilization and hygiene solutions. This product, distributed by Delynov, meets the quality requirements for the control of sterilization processes in medical environments. Although the specific regulatory class is not mentioned in the source data, Hygitech ensures that its sterilization tests allow practitioners to meet the traceability and health safety obligations in force in dental offices and operating theaters. Professionals are invited to refer to the technical instructions for any additional normative details.

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