Table 3.

Reprocessing steps according to the PATH guideline [15].

Stage	Steps
Preparation	1. Wear complete personal protective equipment 2. Clean reprocessing area 3.  Prepare reprocessing materials 4. Label containers
Predisinfection	1. Preclean 2. Disassemble 3. Clean 4. Rinse (Remove limescale if needed) 5. Dry before sterilization or chemical disinfection
Disinfection	1. Disinfect by: a. Chemical HLD b. Heat HLD c. Sterilization 2. Dry
Postdisinfection	1. Inspect 2. Reassemble 3. Test function 4. Store