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Clinical Evaluation

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

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

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

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
Medical Device Biological Evaluation Plan

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)
Medical Device Biological Evaluation Report

Medical Device Biological Evaluation Report

We produce a report which is a collective summary of all data used to assess the biocompatibility of your medical device.

  • 2-3 week typical lead time
  • ISO 10993-1 – Biological evaluation of medical devices
  • Meets the requirements of FDA / MDR
  • Provides comprehensive ISO10993 report
  • Completed by in-house toxicologist (competent person)
ISO 10993-5 Cytotoxicity Testing

ISO 10993-5 Cytotoxicity Testing

We offer ISO 10993-5 cytotoxicity in vitro tests which evaluate biological risks within the chemical make-up of a medical device.

  • 2-4 week typical lead time
  • Good Laboratory Practice GLP study
  • Biological Evaluation Plan
  • Biological Evaluation Report
  • ISO 10993-5 – cytotoxicity – in vitro methods
ISO 10993-23 Test for Irritation

ISO 10993-23 Test for Irritation

We offer ISO 10993-23 tests to determine irritation potential of their devices without the need for animal testing.

  • 2-4 week typical lead time
  • Good Laboratory Practice GLP study
  • Biological Evaluation Plan
  • Biological Evaluation Report
  • ISO 10993-23 – test for irritation – in vitro methods
Accelerated Aging Testing

Accelerated Aging Testing

We perform accelerated aging testing and real time
ageing studies to determine how a products behave
under normal storage/use conditions over long periods
of time.

  • 3-4 week typical lead time
  • ASTM F1980 Sterile Barrier Systems & Medical Devices
  • ISO 11607 Packaging for terminally sterilized medical
    devices
R&D Medical Device Testing Support

R&D Medical Device Testing Support

Whether you’re refining a prototype, investigating a failure mode, or pushing the limits of what your device can do, we’re here to provide the technical testing support you need.

  • 4-8 week typical lead time
  • Custom test rigs
  • Bespoke testing setups
  • Proof-of-concept testing
  • Cross-disciplinary support
Extractables & Leachables (E&L) Testing

Extractables & Leachables (E&L) Testing

We offer comprehensive Extractables & Leachables (E&L) testing to identify and quantify substances, supporting your product’s biocompatibility and regulatory compliance.

  • 2-4 week typical lead time
  • ISO 10993-18
  • USP<1663>/<1664>, USP <665>/<1665>
  • Aligned with MDR and FDA guidance
  • Custom Extractables Study Design
Medical Device Reprocessing Validation

Medical Device Reprocessing Validation

We validate the full reprocessing lifecycle of your medical device, delivering the evidence you need to demonstrate regulatory compliance, ensure patient safety, and protect product longevity.

  • 4-8 week typical lead time
  • Custom test rigs
  • Bespoke testing setups
  • Cleaning, Disinfection & Sterilisation cycles
  • AAMI TIR30  / ANSI/AAMI ST98:2022