Cytotoxicity Testing
Various cytotoxicity tests are available to characterize the toxicity of medical device components or materials. These in-vitro test methods are an easy and economical tool in assessing new product candidates or materials. Cytotoxicity tests also assure lot-to-lot acceptability of polymers and plastics used in medical devices. Two out of three of our cytotoxicity assays offered below assess the toxicity of various substances using an L929 fibroblast cell line.
Our Tests
T150
USP Cytotoxicity L929 MEM Elution
T151
USP Cytotoxicity L929 Agar Overlay
T152
ISO Cytotoxicity (Direct Contact)
Sample Submission
Purchase Order
In line with current ISO/QSR purchasing requirements, all orders should be sent with a signed completed Purchase Order. This will help expedite the processing or your order. Standing Purchase Orders will be gladly accepted for routine continuing orders.
Sample Submission Form
Please download and fill out a Test Request Form for each sample/test submitted. Identify each submission clearly and completely. Please be specific with the description, Lot Number, PO etc. and specify the test desired. Please indicate the Test Code Number on the form also. This will greatly reduce turnaround time necessary to generate an accurate, final report.
Final Reports
Upon completion of test, a final report will be issued and all records and raw data will be held for five years.
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