FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS



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  1. What does MPT stand for?
  2. MPT stands for Medical Package Testing, which is one of the divisions of Life Science Outsourcing, Inc. (LSO).

  3. What are the services/tests that MPT provides?
    • Accelerated Aging
    • Package Validation Testing
    • Visual Inspection Test
    • Peel Strength Test
    • Burst Test
    • Dye Penetration Test
    • Creep Test
    • Bubble Emission Test
    • Real-Time Aging
    • Distribution Simulation
    • Drop Test
    • Vibration Test
    • Compression Test
    • Atmospheric Pre-Conditioning
    • Shock Test
    • Altitude Testing
  4. What Certifications and Regulations does MPT incorporate into their testing?
  5. Certifications and Regulatory bodies that MPT adheres to include the following:

    • ISO 13485
    • ISO 11607
    • ANSI - American National Standards Institute
    • AAMI - Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation
    • ASTM - American Society for Testing & Materials
    • ISO - International Organization for Standardization
    • ISTA – International Safe Transit Association

    Specific regulations followed by us for medical package testing are:

    1. ASTM-D4169
    2. ASTM-D642
    3. ASTM-F1140
    4. ASTM-F1980
    5. ASTM-F17
    6. ASTM-D4728
    7. ASTM-D999
    8. ASTM-F1886
    9. ASTM-F2096
    10. ASTM-E171
    11. ASTM-D5276
    12. ASTM-D4332
    13. ASTM-F1929
    14. ASTM-F88
    15. ISTA 1A
    16. ISTA 2A
    17. ISTA 3A
    18. ISO 11607
    19. ICH
    20. AAMI TIR22

    For more information on industry standards, go to: http://medical-package-testing.com/standards.html

  6. What is the range of testing conditions for Accelerated Aging that MDM provide?
  7. LSO will perform customized Accelerated Aging Studies, specific to each customer’s needs. In most cases, temperatures range from 55-60 degrees Centigrade. Any desired humidity, refrigerated and freezing temperatures can be achieved.

    Accelerated Aging Chambers

    • 13 Accelerated Aging Chambers
    • Temperature (-40C to 250C)
    • Relative Humidity (5% to 90%)

    Stability Chamber Environment Setting Ranges

    • 6 Multipurpose Chambers
    • Temperature (-40C to 250C)
    • Relative Humidity (5% to 90%)
  8. What size packaging fits LSO’s equipment best?
  9. At MPT, we can accommodate up to 120 Cu Ft. on our testing equipment.

  10. What is LSO’s ISTA test lab number?
  11. Medical Package Testing (MPT) is a division of Life Science Outsourcing, Inc. (LSO), and is an ISTA certified packaging test lab (ID Number ST-2339).

  12. Does MPT provide Consulting Services?
  13. MPT can advise clients on the following:

    • Packaging Design (primary & secondary)
    • Package Testing protocol
    • Product material
    • Complete packaging system
  14. Where can I send my inquiries/Request for Quotes?
  15. For MPT, inquiries and quote requests can be sent to us through the MPT website which is located at: http://www.medical-package-testing.com/

  16. What support services can MPT provide?
  17. Through our six divisions, LSO strives to provide customers with a complete solution to their product development requirements. Service divisions include;

    • Medical Device Manufacturing (MDM)
    • Medical Package Testing (MPT)
    • Sterilization Validation Services (SVS)
    • Fulfillment & Distribution Services (FDS)
    • Offshore Manufacturing
    • LSO Incubator Services (LSOIS)
  18. How can I stay updated on LSO services, events and news?
  19. In addition to the company Website, LSO and industry news is regularly updated on to our Facebook page and Twitter account. You can also follow us on the Company Blog where we delve deeper into industry events and trends. Finally you can find us on YouTube through our corporate channel. In the near future we also hope to bring to you an industry newsletter.

  20. What markets does LSO primarily serve?
  21. LSO has been in business for fourteen years and has served approximately 250 companies. There are several clinical spaces and market segments that we have served. Please see the list below for a broad list:

    • Orthopedic
    • Cardiac Rhythm Systems
    • Cardiovascular
    • Neurovascular
    • Respiratory
    • Gastrointestinal
    • Dental Implants
    • Minimally Invasive Devices
    • Specialty Kits