Use and Handling of
Peracidin
- The cap on each container is vented to prevent
excessive pressure buildup within the container during shipping
and storage.
- As with other disinfectants used in dialyzer
reprocessing, testing should be performed to show that:
- The dialyzer was exposed to the correct
disinfectant concentration (peracetic acid reagent test) and
- The disinfectant has been properly removed
(rinsed) from the dialyzer prior to clinical use (residual
peroxide reagent test).
- In the concentrated form, Peracidin stability
is maintained for one year when properly stored. Once diluted,
deterioration of the active ingredient commences, and the resulting
solution must be used within seven days.
- Use care when disconnecting the dialyzer
from the automated reprocessing system or when removing caps from
the dialyzer following storage to avoid being sprayed with Peracidin
solution.
- Use only caps specified for use with peracetic
acid to close the dialysate and blood ports. Ventable dialysate
port caps are recommended for venting pressure from the dialyzer
before removal of port caps is attempted. Dialyzer caps should
be disinfected with 1% Peracidin solution (99 parts AAMI-quality
water and 1 part Peracidin.)
- Dialyzers must be completely filled with
Peracidin solution after storage and before rinsing.
- After a minimum storage time of 11 hours
and before the dialyzer is rinsed, a solution sample must
be taken from the dialysate compartment and tested for the presence
of Peracidin, utilizing peracetic acid reagent strips (PeraChek
Peracetic Acid Potency Test Kit Product Number 1701-01). The test
must indicate adequate positive results before the dialyzer is
rinsed.
- After rinsing of the dialyzer and prior
to clinical use, a rinse sample must be taken from the blood
compartment and tested, using a hydrogen peroxide residual test
strip (PeraSidual Residual Peroxide Test Kit, Product Number 1702-01).
The test must indicate negative results before use of the dialyzer
on the patient.
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