Isolator

A sealed enclosure that separates the operator from the critical zone, decontaminated with a validated sporicidal process such as vaporised hydrogen peroxide, and operated through gloves or half-suits. Isolators are used for aseptic processing and sterility testing because they greatly reduce contamination from people. They are usually placed in a Grade C or D background. Glove integrity, decontamination cycles and pressure are monitored and documented.