Recognized standard

10993-16 Third edition 2017-05

FDA recognition 2-249 · ISO · Biocompatibility

Key facts

Recognition number 2-249
Designation 10993-16 Third edition 2017-05
Title Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 16: Toxicokinetic study design for degradation products and leachables
Standards developer International Organization for Standardization
Specialty area Biocompatibility
Date of entry Jun 7, 2018
Scope (excerpt) This document provides principles on designing and performing toxicokinetic studies relevant to medical devices. Annex A describes the considerations for inclusion of toxicokinetic studies in the biological evaluation of medical devices.

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