Biological indicator with integral package

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9738917
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14257441

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A biological indicator for determining the effectiveness of a sterilization process is disclosed having a package and carrier integral therewith. The package includes a first sheet and a second sheet having a bottom portion, side portions and a top portion. The first and second sheets are joined together generally along a periphery of the first and second sheets by a peelable adhesive. A carrier having a plurality of spores thereon for determining the effectiveness of a sterilization process is attached to the package between the first and second sheets and at least a portion of the resealable adhesive. The package may be opened and subsequently partially or fully closed to enclose the carrier.

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MESA LABORATORIES INCLAKEWOOD CO

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Dalmasso, Joseph P Apex, US 5 121

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