Recognized standard

F1984-99 (Reapproved 2018)

FDA recognition 2-141 · ASTM · Biocompatibility

Key facts

Recognition number 2-141
Designation F1984-99 (Reapproved 2018)
Title Standard Practice for Testing for Whole Complement Activation in Serum by Solid Materials
Standards developer ASTM International
Specialty area Biocompatibility
Date of entry Jan 14, 2019
Scope (excerpt) 1.1 This practice provides a protocol for rapid, in vitro screening for whole complement activating properties of solid materials used in the fabrication of medical devices that will contact blood. 1.2 This practice is intended to evaluate the acute in vitro whole complement activating properties of…

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