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  • 1.  Biocompatibility Coupon

    Posted 06-Feb-2018 15:17

    Does anyone know how to estimate the size of a coupon for biocompatibility testing representative of an implantable medical device?


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  • 2.  RE: Biocompatibility Coupon

    Posted 06-Feb-2018 15:32
    ​Have you looked at Annexes B, C, and D of ISO 10993-6?

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    Kevin Randall, ASQ CQA, RAC (U.S., Canada, Europe)
    Principal Consultant
    ComplianceAcuity, Inc.
    Golden CO
    United States
    www.complianceacuity.com
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  • 3.  RE: Biocompatibility Coupon

    Posted 07-Feb-2018 12:17
    Work with a testing lab to determine the best specs. There isn't a predetermined size, it depends on the contact, the test, and the levels of exposure desired. But, without question, the coupon has to have all of the material, in roughly proportionate volumes and all final processing to be considered valid for biocompatibility testing.

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    Lisa Olson
    RCRI - ENTERPRISE
    Minneapolis MN
    United States
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