Recognized standard

11138-7 First edition 2019-03

FDA recognition 14-610 · ISO · Sterility

Key facts

Recognition number 14-610
Designation 11138-7 First edition 2019-03
Title Sterilization of health care products - Biological indicators - Part 7: Guidance for the selection, use and interpretation of results
Standards developer International Organization for Standardization
Specialty area Sterility
Date of entry May 26, 2025
Device classes Class 2
Scope (excerpt) This document provides guidance for the selection, use and interpretation of results from application of biological indicators when used in the development, validation and routine monitoring of sterilization processes. It does not consider those processes that rely solely on physical removal of…

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