Bacteriological Sample Bottle Sterility Policy_FINAL_1_28_2022

Bacteriological Sample Bottle Sterility Test Policy (NC WW/GW LCB 01/28/2022)
Minimally test for sterility one sample bottle per batch sterilized in the laboratory, or at a set percentage such as 1 to 4%. This is performed by adding sterile dilution/rinse water
to the bottle after sterilization and then subsequently analyzing it as a sample. Document results. If sample bottles or bags are purchased pre-sterilized, verification of sterilization is not required if the laboratory maintains copies of the Certificate of Analysis from the vendor.