Glossary
Glossary LSO Sterilization Validation Services Glossary of Terms Bacteria Living single cell w/out organized nucleus (>0.22 micron). Biological Indicator (BI) A test system containing viable microorganisms providing a defined resistance to a specified sterilization process Cleaning Physical removal of organic soil from an item to the extent necessary for further processing or for the intended […]
ISO Standards
ISO Standards LSO The purpose of regulations and best practices for Sterilization/Decontamination is to create operating procedures that ensure safety of the staff and the medical device. Regulatory bodies stipulate standards on personal protective gear (gloves and face masks), work environment, sterilization equipment utilization and maintenance (Autoclaves, Dry ovens and Gamma ray Irradiators) and much […]
Gamma and E-Beam sterilization and Validation
Gamma and E-Beam sterilization and validation LSO Managed Gamma and E-Beam Sterilization Services Maximize the safety and sterility of your medical devices with LSO’s managed gamma and E-Beam sterilization services, complemented by our in-house steam and EtO sterilization capabilities. Gamma and E-Beam offer residue-free, efficient solutions ideal for a variety of products, from disposable medical […]
Cleaning & Decontamination
Cleaning & Decontamination LSO Ensuring medical devices and surgical instruments are properly cleaned, decontaminated, and inspected is critical for patient safety, regulatory compliance, and device longevity. At Life Science Outsourcing (LSO), we provide end-to-end cleaning, decontamination, and reprocessing solutions for both single-use and reusable medical devices. As an FDA-registered, ISO 13485-certified contract manufacturer, our controlled […]
Contract Sterilization
Contract Sterilization LSO Sterilization is critical as the last process performed before a device is used. As with all of LSO’s comprehensive one-stop-shop offerings to manufacturers, our contract sterilization services are offered and performed with criticality and reliability in mind. Short cuts are simply not an option when it comes to sterilization and our customers […]
Loaner Kit Processing
Loaner Kit Processing LSO Loaner Kit Processing and Program Management Loaner kit processing is an essential operational requirement for original equipment manufacturers that support surgical procedures. Managing loaner kits internally consumes time, labor, and capital that would otherwise be directed toward core manufacturing and commercialization activities. Outsourcing loaner kit processing to LSO’s Sterilization Validation Services […]
Services
Services LSO Sterilization Validation Services are a part of our complete turnkey solution for customers. From initial assessments of product resistance to final validation summary reports, our expert team of sterilization scientists are here to navigate the sterilizer validation process with you. We take great pride in our commitment to provide clients with unparalleled responsiveness, […]
Overview of Sterilization Methods
Overview of Sterilization Methods LSO Sterilization refers to any process that effectively kills or eliminates transmissible agents (such as fungi, bacteria, viruses, spore forms, etc.) from a surface, equipment, article of food, medication, or biological culture medium. Medical devices are sterilized initially at the time of manufacturing and, if reusable, must be routinely sterilized and […]
Sterilization Methods
Sterilization Methods LSO Sterilization refers to any process that effectively kills or eliminates transmissible agents (such as fungi, bacteria, viruses, spore forms, etc.) from a surface, equipment, article of food, medication or biological culture medium. Sterilization can be achieved through application of heat, chemicals, irradiation, high pressure or filtration.Medical devices are sterilized initially at the […]
About SVS
About SVS LSO Sterilization Validation Services (SVS), a division of Life Science Outsourcing, Inc., is responsible for the sterilization and validation of single use and reusable products and related documentation. SVS promises to assist you in your choice and evaluation of the ideal sterilization methodology best suited to your product. We will write the appropriate […]