CATEGORY: Compliance

Aug 04, 2026

Tale of Two Realities: IFU-Compliant & Clean

◆  Key Takeaway Following manufacturer Instructions for Use does not guarantee an instrument is actually clean, because IFUs reflect validated laboratory conditions rather than real-world workflows. Research found contamination remaining on instruments despite full IFU compliance. Departments should add verification mechanisms such as borescopes, cleaning-verification testing, and instrument-specific risk audits to confirm cleanliness beyond process…
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