Brush for washing medical instruments

The Bowie-Dick Test is a specific diagnostic test used in medical settings to assess the performance of steam sterilizers (autoclaves), particularly in ensuring effective air removal and steam penetration during the sterilization cycle. It is an essential quality control measure for healthcare facilities to guarantee that autoclaves are functioning correctly and sterilizing medical instruments and materials effectively.

A sterile marker in a medical setting is a specialized writing instrument designed for use in environments where sterility is crucial, such as operating rooms, surgical wards, and laboratories. These markers are typically used to label sterile packages, medical instruments, or even mark a patient's skin prior to surgical procedures.

Steam sterile paper, also known as **autoclave paper** or **sterilization paper**, is a specialized material used in the medical field to wrap medical instruments and supplies before sterilization through autoclaving (a process that uses high-pressure saturated steam to sterilize equipment and supplies). This paper plays a crucial role in ensuring that instruments remain sterile until they are needed for use in surgical or medical procedures.