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Endoscopy Device Cleaning Compliance Check (Time of Last Cleaning)

Published: August 9, 2026Updated: August 16, 2026

This test checks whether your endoscopy device was cleaned properly after use. It records the last documented time the device was cleaned to ensure safety and hygiene standards are met.

Quick summary

["This is not a blood or body fluid test but a procedural verification to confirm device cleanliness."]

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Key facts at a glance

LOINC
19788-9
Short code
Date+time of cleaning Endoscopy device
Synonyms
Date+time of cleaning Endoscopy device
Category
chemistry
Sample
serum
Container
Red-top tube (SST)
Units
N/A
Fasting
false
Population
adult
Sex
all
Age range
18–65 years
Specimen volume
5 mL
Stability
Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
Hemolysis max
500
Lipemia max
1000
Icterus max
500
TAT
4–24 hours
Order
routine

What This Test Measures

The test evaluates the documented end of cleaning process for an endoscopy device. It does not measure biological substances but confirms adherence to cleaning protocols. This is typically recorded in the medical device’s log or system records rather than a lab result.

Why It’s Done

Healthcare providers may request this verification during routine follow-ups, especially after procedures involving reusable endoscopy devices, to prevent contamination risks and ensure compliance with infection control guidelines.

How It’s Performed

This is not a laboratory test performed on a blood sample or bodily fluid. Instead, it involves reviewing the electronic or paper records of the endoscopy device’s cleaning log to confirm the documented end time of the cleaning process.

What to Expect

You will not receive a lab report for this test. Instead, your healthcare team will review the device’s cleaning records directly. If there’s a discrepancy, they may address it during your next visit or procedure.

Clinical interpretation

How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.

Clinical Significance

Frequently asked questions

Is this test related to my bloodwork or other lab tests?
No, this is a procedural verification unrelated to blood or body fluid analysis. It ensures that reusable medical devices are cleaned properly between uses to prevent cross-contamination.
Will I get a lab report for this?
No lab report is generated. Your healthcare provider will review the device’s cleaning records as part of your care plan, especially if you have a history of infections or if the device was used during a procedure.
How often is this test done?
This test is not a routine lab test but may be checked during specific follow-ups, especially after procedures involving reusable endoscopy devices. Your provider will determine if this verification is needed.
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    MedlinePlus — Laboratory TestsSource
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 16, 2026. · Read our editorial policy