Choosing Correct Disinfectant
GEHC Ultrasound Transducers Website
The GEHC Ultrasound transducers web site contains a list of chemicals that have been tested for compatibility with GEHC ultrasound probes. Verify probe compatibility via the GEHC ultrasound transducers web site. The reprocessing instructions provided in this document have been validated with the chemicals specified in How to Disinfect.
| GEHC ultrasound transducers web site |
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| https://gehealthcare.com/probecare OR https://www.gehealthcare.com/products/ultrasound/ultrasound-transducers |
Chemicals Compatible With Vscan Air CL
The table below lists the chemicals that were tested for compatibility with the probes.
| Trade Name | Manufacturer | Active Ingredients |
|---|---|---|
| Cidezyme/ Enzol | Advanced Sterilization Products (J&J) | Subtilisins (proteolytic enzymes) |
| Alcohol 70% Ethanol on a wipe | All manufacturer | Ethyl Alcohol |
| Alcohol 70% Isopropanol on a wipe | All manufacturer | Isopropyl Alcohol |
| CaviWipes 1 | Metrex | Isopropanol |
| Sani-Cloth AF3 | PDI Healthcare | Quaternary ammonium compounds |
| Sani-Cloth HB Germicidal Disposable Wipe | PDI Healthcare | Quaternary Ammonium Compounds |
| Sani Cloth Prime wipes | PDI Healthcare | Isopropanol, Ethyl Alcohol (Ethanol), Didecyldimethylammonium chloride |
| Cidex OPA | Advanced Sterilization Products (J&J) | Ortho-Phthalaldehyde |
| Sekusept Aktiv | Ecolab | - Sodium Percarbonate - Citric acid - Sodium Carbonate(soda) - Solvents /additives |
A validated, high-level disinfection process, combined with the use of a sterile gel and a probe cover/sheath is an accepted method of infection control for Ultrasound probes. Adequate records or a log book detailing the time, date, disinfection method, and verification of disinfectant effectiveness or test results is recommended. For more information about establishing an evidence based disinfection protocol for your practice, refer to the FDA, CDC, HICPAC, APIC, or the Joint Commission websites
For additional information about cleaning and disinfection, refer to the recommendations of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control (APIC), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). For country-specific disinfection regulations, check with your local regulatory infection control authorities.
The information herein is not intended to replace the product’s User Manual. Please consult the User Manual for comprehensive information and cautionary guidance about the product’s operation and use.