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Can we prepare the flushing solution prior to the procedure in the room?

Yes. Use freshly prepared Spec Clean™ Endoscope Sponge within 12 hours.

Can I use room temperature tap water to hydrate the sponge?

Yes! sponges with Spec Clean™ Quad Enzymatic Instrument Detergent have validated performance for enzymatic action at room temperature. Tap water is appropriate for this stage of precleaning. A better quality of water may be required for the final rinse.

We recently installed a special amalgam separator filter cartridge for our evacuation lines. Can we continue to use Spec Clean™ Evacuation System Cleaner with this product?

Neutral pH enzyme based line cleaners are recommended by most amalgam separator manufacturers. Spec Clean™ Quad Enzymatic Instrument Detergent four enzyme non-foaming detergent is neutral pH and the best alternative to Spec Clean™ Evacuation System Cleaner for amalgam separator systems or any application when neutral pH cleaners are recommended.

Do I have to preclean? Why is it so important to reduce dried blood and soils on endoscopes and other devices at the point of care?

Blood and other soils will dry on instruments and inside channels of devices and start the formation of biofilm and corrosion within minutes after the end of a procedure. Endoscopy nurses have a short window to take action BEFORE sending scopes and instruments to the processing area. Scope manufacturer instructions plus guidelines from SGNA, AORN,…

What steps and procedures are most useful to prevent dried soils at point of use?

Check the instructions for each brand and model of endoscope, transducer or other device. Most instructions recommend use of neutral pH enzymatic solution to wipe off the exterior surfaces and distal portion of tubing. Items with channels are usually flushed with liquid enzymatic solution.

What is the advantage of freshly mixed solution when using enzymatic products for pre-cleaning and manual cleaning of endoscopes?

Enzymes are a premium ingredient to help dissolve soils, especially in areas where brushing and scrubbing is difficult. Over time a pre-diluted enzyme solution will weaken as enzymes attack each other during storage leaving you with less cleaning action. Spec Clean™ Endoscope Sponges use pre-saturated sponges dosed with concentrated Spec Clean™ Quad Enzymatic Instrument Detergent.…