Recognized standard

F763-04 (Reapproved 2016)

FDA recognition 2-93 · ASTM · Biocompatibility

Key facts

Recognition number 2-93
Designation F763-04 (Reapproved 2016)
Title Standard Practice for Short-Term Screening of Implant Materials
Standards developer ASTM International
Specialty area Biocompatibility
Date of entry Dec 23, 2016
Scope (excerpt) 1.1 This practice provides guidelines for short-term testing or screening of candidate materials, both porous and dense, as to the effects of the material on animal tissue in which it is implanted. This is a rapid screening procedure for determining acceptability of candidate materials. 1.2 This…

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