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Accessing the Cytotoxicity and Cell Response to Biomaterials
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In vitro biocompatibility testing of biomaterials and medical devices
1BMP Labor Für Medizinische Materialprüfung GmbH, Aachen, Germany. mueller@bmp-aachen.de
Medical Device Technology
|July 9, 2008
Abstract:
Biomaterials used for medical devices must be thoroughly tested according to ISO 10993 before their introduction so that any negative effects on the body are known about and prevented. By using in vitro laboratory tests, dangers for patients and unnecessary animal experiments can be avoided. Here, in vitro tests for cell compatibility (cytotoxicity) and blood compatibility (haemocompatibility) are described.
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