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
- Minimum sample amount
- 10 masks
- Typical turnaround time
- 3 weeks after receiving the samples
- Quality system
- Accredited test method
- Device types
- Standard
- Method expert
- Teemu Myllymäki
Questions? We're happy to help.
Questions? We're happy to help.
Results in four easy steps
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Select the tests you need2
Get an order confirmation3
Ship your samples to us4
Receive your test report