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Apparatus and method for indicating biological content within a container

US8470601B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 16, 2011
Grant dateJun 25, 2013
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Expiry dateNov 16, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2202/24
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An apparatus for indicating biological content within a container is provided. The apparatus includes a medical sterilization container having a cover removably attached to the medical sterilization container. An enclosable, sterilizable interior compartment is formed by the medical sterilization container and the cover, wherein the interior compartment is sized to house at least one medical instrument. A biological indicator is located at least partially in communication with the interior compartment, wherein the biological indicator provides at least one indication of biological content within the interior compartment after the medical sterilization container and cover are subjected to a sterilization process.

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