channel adapters for lumened devices, allowing them to be flushed
with detergent while removing any trace contaminants. Ensure the
washer is drained, wiped down and refilled with fresh water at least
daily or when the solution becomes cloudy or turbid-looking.
4. Cleaning verification
Cleaning verification is by far the most missed step in cleaning
lumened instruments, yet it is the one that lets you know if the
process is working. To check lumened instruments, you have several
options. Some suggest simply running water through the lumen to
check for any discoloration or debris, or using a moistened brush or
pipe cleaner pulled through the channel. For a more detailed look
inside the lumen, inspector scopes can be inserted to check for
