Services available for Biocompatibility
Medical Device Biocompatibility Testing
We offer a comprehensive range of biocompatibility tests to evaluate potential biological risks arising from your medical device.
- 4-5 week typical lead time
- Biological Evaluation Plan & Report
- In Vitro & In Vivo methods
- Extractables & Leachables (E&L) Studies
- Also testing following reprocessing procedures or accelerated aging to meet lifecycle requirements
Medical Device Biological Evaluation Plan
We support the safety and regulatory compliance of your medical device through robust Biological Evaluation Plans aligned with ISO 10993‑1, addressing potential biological hazards and risks throughout clinical use.
- 4-6 week typical lead time
- ISO 10993-1 – Biological evaluation of medical devices
- Tailored to meet the requirements of international regulatory bodies
- Provides comprehensive ISO10993 testing plan
- Completed by in-house biocompatibility specialist
Medical Device Biological Evaluation Report
We prepare Biological Evaluation Reports (BERs) in accordance with ISO 10993-1, providing a clear, structured, and scientifically justified assessment of the biological safety of medical devices.
- 2-3 week typical lead time
- ISO 10993-1 – Biological evaluation of medical devices
- Meets the requirements of FDA / MDR
- Provides comprehensive ISO10993 report
- 2-3 week typical lead time
- Completed by in-house biocompatibility specialist
ISO 10993-5 Cytotoxicity Testing
We offer the ISO 10993-5 Cytotoxicity in-vitro testing which evaluates the ability of a medical device to elicit a cytotoxic response in mammalian cells.
- 2-4 week typical lead time
- Good Laboratory Practice GLP study
- Biological Evaluation Plan
- Biological Evaluation Report
- ISO 10993-5 – cytotoxicity – in vitro methods (Annex C)
- ISO 10993-1 – Biological evaluation of Medical devices
- ISO 10993-12 – Sample preparation and reference material
ISO 10993-23 Test for Irritation
We offer in vitro ISO 10993-23 tests to determine irritation potential of a medical device, using a reconstructed human epidermis (RhE) skin model.
- 2-4 week typical lead time
- Good Laboratory Practice GLP study
- Biological Evaluation Plan
- Biological Evaluation Report
- ISO 10993-12 – sample preparation and reference materials
- ISO 10993-23 – test for irritation – in vitro methods
Extractables & Leachables (E&L) Testing
We provide chemical characterisation testing in accordance with ISO 10993-18, using extractables and leachables testing to identify and characterise chemical substances that may be released from medical devices throughout their intended life cycle.
- 10-16 weeks typical lead time
- ISO 10993-18
- Aligned with MDR and FDA guidance
- Custom Extractables and Leachables Study Design
Residual Hydrogen Peroxide Determination
We assess hydrogen peroxide residues remaining on medical devices following H2O2 sterilisation processes to assess biocompatibility and patient safety.
- 2-3 week typical lead time
- BS ISO 22441:2022
- BS EN ISO 10993-1:2025
- BS EN ISO 10993-17:2023+A1:2025
- BS EN ISO 10993-18:2020+A1:2023
Clinical Evidence Strategy
We develop a plan to gather the clinical data required to achieve your commercial goals.
- 8-12 week typical lead time
- Pre-market clinical investigation planning to support CE mark and FDA requirements
- Post-market evidence planning for PMCF requirements (EU MDR and FDA)
- Real world evidence planning