Bioburden of a face mask
Accredited testing of the microbiological cleanliness (Bioburden) of face masks according to EN 14683 standard.
The results include the viable aerobic bacteria, yeasts and molds. The colony-forming units (CFU) are counted and reported as cfu/g.
This test is needed if the manufacturer, importer or the seller of the face masks want to acquire a CE marking for their product, or wants to determine the cleanliness for other reasons.
- Suitable sample matrices
- Surgical face masks
- Required sample quantity
- 10 masks
- Typical turnaround time
- 3 weeks after receiving the samples
- Quality system
- Accredited test method
- Device types
- Standard
- Method expert
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