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Clinical Evaluation
We develop and implement a methodologically sound procedure to collect, appraise, and analyse clinical data pertaining to your medical device.
- 8-10 week typical lead time
- Comply with Article 61 and Part A of Annex XIV of MDR
- Pre- and Post-market clinical data
- Following MEDDEV 2.7.1 Rev 4
- CE & UKCA
Medical Device Biocompatibility Testing
We offer tests which evaluate cytotoxicity and biological risks within the chemical make-up of a medical device.
- 4-5 week typical lead time
- Biological Evaluation Plan & Report
- In Vitro & In Vivo methods
- Extractables & Leachables (E&L) Studies
- Also testing after cleaning, disinfection & sterilization
Medical Device Bioburden Testing
Our team will determine the presence or absence of bioburden on your sterile or non- sterile medical devices.
- 3-4 week typical lead time
- TYMC “Total yeast mould count”
- TAMC “Total aerobic count”
- Specific pathogen testing
- ISO 11737 & ISO 11137 sterilisation method validation
Medical Device Material Compatibility Testing
We analyse test item materials at both sample and product level to assess process compatibility.
- Starts from 2-3 week typical lead time
- Spray tests, based on EN ISO 21530
- Soak tests, based on EN ISO 21530
- Contact tests, based on EN ISO 21530
- Wipe tests, based on BIFMA HCF 8.1-2017
Pre-compliance IEC 60601-1 Testing
We test your device, mitigating the cost of repeated compliance testing by evaluating potential non- compliances.
- 2-3 week typical lead time
- Documentation review
- Critical Component and Insulation Review
- Laboratory Testing
- HALT
Reprocessing Validation for Class 1r Medical Devices
We test your medical device reprocessing procedures, as detailed in your IFU, validating the cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation cycles.
- 4-week typical lead time
- BS EN ISO 15883-5:2021
- BS EN ISO 15883-2:2009
- BS EN ISO 17665-1:2006
- 17025 UKAS accredited
Highly Accelerated Life Test
We use in-house methods and technologies to repeatedly operate devices and prototypes without human intervention to provide crucial data in accelerated time.
- 4-6 week typical lead time
- Medical device expected service life testing
- Material compatibility testing
- Basic electrical safety & essential performance testing
- Final product & prototype testing
Label Durability Validation
We perform assessments of medical device packaging, labels and markings to determine the robustness during the life cycle of the device.
- 2-4 week typical lead time
- Finished Product Testing
- Bulk Product/Batch Testing
- Life Cycle Testing
- Verification Testing
UV-C Technology Efficacy Testing
We assess the efficacy of UV-C light technology units and systems against the latest industry standards.
- 2-4 week typical lead time
- BS8628:2023 – UKAS accredited
- 245nm UV-C, UVC LED, Far UVC (222nm)
- Safety and Output Measurement testing
- Simulated real-world use studies/ worst case studies
Whole Room Disinfection Systems Testing
We test a wide range of technologies including disinfection robots, fogging machines, electrostatic hand sprayers.
- 4-5 week typical lead time
- EN17272:2020 – UKAS accredited
- Cycle development / range finder tests
- Distribution test
- Biocide monitoring / safety tests
Air-Purification Product Testing
We offer tests which evaluate the efficacy of your air purification systems against our in-house methods, based on international standards.
- 2-3 week typical lead time
- Airborne contamination
- Particle counts
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC)
- Air circulation
Disinfection Wipes for Medical Devices
We will determine the efficacy of your medical device disinfectant wipe, as well as perform Material Compatibility tests.
- 2-3 week typical lead time
- UKAS accredited
- Bactericidal, fungicidal, yeasticidal
- Sporicidal, mycobactericidal
- Virucidal
Disinfection Sprays for Medical Devices
We will determine the efficacy of your medical device disinfectant spray, as well as perform Material Compatibility tests.
- 2-3 week typical lead time
- UKAS accredited
- Bactericidal, fungicidal, yeasticidal
- Sporicidal, mycobactericidal
- Virucidal
Medical Device Biological Evaluation Plan
We complete Biological Safety Evaluation, following ISO 10993-1 standard to address possible biological hazards and risks associated with the clinical use of your medical device.
- 2 week typical lead time
- ISO 10993-1 – Biological evaluation of medical devices
- Meets the requirements of FDA / MDR
- Provides comprehensive ISO10993 testing plan
- Completed by in-house toxicologist (competent person)
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