VERIFY V-PRO CHEMICAL INDICATOR, VERSION 1A: VERIFY V-PRO CHEMICAL INDICATOR; VERSION 2A: ADHESIVE LABEL
Device Facts
| Record ID | K091174 |
|---|---|
| Device Name | VERIFY V-PRO CHEMICAL INDICATOR, VERSION 1A: VERIFY V-PRO CHEMICAL INDICATOR; VERSION 2A: ADHESIVE LABEL |
| Applicant | STERIS Corporation |
| Product Code | JOJ · General Hospital |
| Decision Date | Oct 27, 2009 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Abbreviated |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 880.2800 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
Indications for Use
The Verify® V-PRO Chemical Indicator (Version 1A) and the Verify® V-PRO Chemical Indicator Adhesive Label (Version 2A) are Class 1 vaporized hydrogen peroxide sterilization process indicators that conform to ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11140-1: 2005. They are designed to distinguish between processed and unprocessed units when placed within (Version 1A) or affixed to (Version 2A) sterilization wraps, trays or pouches to indicate, through a visible change from magenta to yellow, when the device (Version 1A) or pack (Version 2A) has been exposed to a V-PRO 1 Low Temperature sterilization process (Lumen Cycle) or V-PRO 1 Plus Low Temperature sterilization process (Lumen or Non-Lumen cycle). This product is designed for use exclusively in the Amsco V-PRO 1 Low Temperature Sterilization System and Amsco V-PRO 1 Plus Low Temperature Sterilization System at 50 °C using Vaprox™ HC Sterilant. The Verify® V-PRO Chemical Indicator (Version 1A) and the Verify® V-PRO Chemical Indicator Adhesive Label (Version 2A) intended for use in vaporized hydrogen peroxide sterilization processes. The Verify® V-PRO Chemical Indicator (Version 1A) and the Verify® V-PRO Chemical Indicator Adhesive Label (Version 2A) change color from magenta to yellow when exposed to the appropriate cycle conditions of temperature, sterilant concentration and duration, as shown in the table below:
Device Story
Verify® V-PRO Chemical Indicators (Version 1A and 2A) serve as visual process indicators for vaporized hydrogen peroxide sterilization. Version 1A consists of an indicator spot on an inert polymeric substrate; Version 2A is an adhesive label on a spun bonded polyolefin substrate. Indicators are placed within or affixed to sterilization packs. Upon exposure to specific cycle conditions (50°C, Vaprox™ HC sterilant, defined exposure times), the indicator undergoes a chemical reaction causing a visible color change from magenta to yellow. This provides immediate visual confirmation to healthcare personnel that the pack has been exposed to the sterilization process. The device does not indicate sterility, but distinguishes processed from unprocessed units.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Testing verified compliance with ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11140-1:2005 for Class 1 indicators. Additional testing simulated in-use applications and evaluated performance stability under exposure to UV, visible light, and aggressive chemicals.
Technological Characteristics
Class 1 chemical indicator. Version 1A: inert polymeric substrate with transparent laminate. Version 2A: spun bonded polyolefin substrate with adhesive backing. Sensing principle: chemical ink color change (magenta to yellow) triggered by temperature, sterilant concentration, and duration. Conforms to ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11140-1:2005.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use as a Class 1 vaporized hydrogen peroxide sterilization process indicator to distinguish between processed and unprocessed units in Amsco V-PRO 1 and V-PRO 1 Plus Low Temperature Sterilization Systems. Applicable to sterilization wraps, trays, or pouches.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Biological sterilization process indicator: A device intended for use by a health care provider to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure and to monitor adequacy of sterilization. The device consists of a known number of microorganisms, of known resistance to the mode of sterilization, in or on a carrier and enclosed in a protective package. Subsequent growth or failure of the microorganisms to grow under suitable conditions indicates the adequacy of sterilization. Physical/chemical sterilization process indicator: A device intended for use by a health care provider to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure and to monitor one or more parameters of the sterilization process. The adequacy of the sterilization conditions as measured by these parameters is indicated by a visible change in the device.
Predicate Devices
- Verify® V-PRO Chemical Indicator - Version 1 and 2 (K072510)