Recognized standard

10993-12 Fifth edition 2021-01 [Including AMD1:2025]

FDA recognition 2-314 · ISO · Biocompatibility

Key facts

Recognition number 2-314
Designation 10993-12 Fifth edition 2021-01 [Including AMD1:2025]
Title Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 12: Sample preparation and reference materials [Including AMENDMENT 1 (2025)]
Standards developer International Organization for Standardization
Specialty area Biocompatibility
Date of entry May 25, 2026
Scope (excerpt) This document specifies requirements and gives guidance on the procedures in the preparation of samples and the selection of reference materials for medical device testing primarily in biological test systems primarily in accordance with one or more parts of the ISO 10993 series. Specifically, this…

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