Recognized standard

10993-1 Fifth edition 2018-08 10993-1: 2018

FDA recognition 2-258 · ISO · Biocompatibility

Key facts

Recognition number 2-258
Designation 10993-1 Fifth edition 2018-08 10993-1: 2018
Title Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process
Standards developer International Organization for Standardization
Specialty area Biocompatibility
Date of entry Jan 14, 2019
Scope (excerpt) This document specifies: - the general principles governing the biological evaluation of medical devices within a risk management process; - the general categorization of medical devices based on the nature and duration of their contact with the body; - the evaluation of existing relevant data from…

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