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    Biocompatibility

    Ability of a material to perform with an appropriate host response in a specific application.

    Reviewed by Christian Espinosa, Founder, Blue Goat CyberLast reviewed May 5, 2026

    Definition

    Biocompatibility evaluates how a medical device material interacts with the human body to ensure it does not produce adverse biological responses such as cytotoxicity, sensitization, or systemic toxicity.

    What this means in practice

    Tests are selected per ISO 10993-1 based on contact category and duration. Material changes typically trigger re-evaluation.

    Primary references

    3 sources
    Link health: 3 verified· last checked 2026-05-09
    FDA·2ISO·1
    1. 1
      FDA Biocompatibility Guidance
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      FDAfda.gov
    2. 2
      FDA - Quality Systems
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      FDAfda.gov
    3. 3
      ISO 13485 Standard Page
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      ISOiso.org

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