Autoclave Sterility (Spore Strip) Testing

The Laboratory offers mail-in Autoclave Sterility (Spore Strip) Testing for verification of sterilization. Services are available for steam/autoclave, dry heat, or ethylene oxide sterilization methods.

Annual program subscriptions are available for a fee of $120.00 and include the following services:

  • Certificate of participation
  • Monthly test kit (including controls and mailing supplies)
  • Monthly statement of test results provided to you and your local regulatory agency
  • Direct notification of a failed test will be given within 8 hours
  • All failed tests will be checked microscopically
  • Accurate and reliable results within 10 days of receipt

Spore Strip Flyer

Register for the Autoclave Sterility (Spore Strip) Testing program.

For more information call the Laboratory at (989) 758-3825.