Endotoxin Extracting Solution

Traditionally, water or saline solution has been used to extract endotoxin in tests involving medical devices and equipment; however, the efficacy of this extraction method is debated. In order to provide our customers with a more reliable method for medical device testing, FUJIFILM Wako has developed an endotoxin-free solution containing human serum albumin (HSA) that is capable of extracting endotoxins that cannot be extracted in water or saline solution.

Key Features

• Capable of extracting endotoxins from surfaces that are unable to be extracted in water or saline
• Recommended for use in endotoxin testing on equipment and devices that may come into contact with fluids containing blood or protein

FAQ: Endotoxin Extracting Solution

Q: Is this product considered endotoxin-specific?

A: Yes, the endotoxin extraction solution is endotoxin specific.

Q: What is the incubation temperature and time for this product?

A: 1 hour at room temperature.

Q: How should the Endotoxin Extracting Solution for LAL Test be stored?

A: This product should be stored between 2 and 10°C until the expiration date. After dilution, the product can be stored for up to 1 year at 2 to10°C.

Q: Can this product be used to extract endotoxin in complicated samples that are not medical devices?

A: No, this product was designed specifically for endotoxin testing in medical devices.

Preparation: Dilute 10 mL of Endotoxin Extracting Solution with 190 mL of endotoxin-free water. The dilute Endotoxin Extracting Solution is stable for 1 year at 2-10 degrees C if not contaminated. The Wako Endotoxin Extracting Solution permits effective extraction of endotoxin in medical devices which had not been detected by the water extraction method. Using the Wako Endotoxin Extracting solution, beta-glucan can also be extracted effectively. For the detection of endotoxin in medical devices, test samples are usually collected by the water extraction method, i.e. medical devices are rinsed with water or saline solution and the samples are measured to determine the amount of contamination. However, endotoxin in medical devices is not sufficiently extracted by the water extraction method. Wako's research group has studied various methods and developed an extracting solution that effectively extracts endotoxin.

For Endotoxin Detection

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