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Clinical Evaluation

Clinical Evaluation

We create regulatory‑ready clinical evidence to demonstrate safety, performance, and clinical benefit under EU MDR and UKCA for you medical device.

  • 8-12 week typical lead time
  • Comply with Article 61 and Part A of Annex XIV of MDR
  • For CE & UKCA submission
  • MDCG 2020-6: Regulation (EU) 2017/745
Medical Device Biocompatibility Testing

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 Bioburden Testing

Medical Device Bioburden Testing

We offer Bioburden testing which determines the presence of bioburden on your sterile or non-sterile medical devices.

  • 2-4 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 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

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

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

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
Accelerated Aging Testing

Accelerated Aging Testing

We conduct accelerated and real time stability testing to determine shelf life of products as well how storage may affect device functionality and reprocessing over time.

  • 3-4 week typical lead time
  • ASTM F1980 Sterile Barrier Systems & Medical Devices
  • ISO 11607 Packaging for terminally sterilised 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.

  • 4-12 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 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
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 / ISO 15883-5 / ISO 15883-2 / ISO 17665
Clinical Evidence Strategy

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