P185: The testing procedure of antimicrobial copper's Cu+ final product as a method of assurance and certification of its antimicrobial efficacy

Methods In areas where Cu [Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and schools] has already been implemented, random samples were collected for microbiological cultures using both wet and dry method (technique). The samples were collected in 3 different time periods: during, 2 and 6 months after the implementation. All product manufacturing stages were recorded and taken into account by the construction company as well as maintenance and cleaning procedures of Cu surfaces and objects. Culture techniques in all samples collected were identical. 256 Cu surfaces and objects were tested and over 768 cultures for bacteria and viruses were taken, deriving all from 4 different facilities.