ISO 10993-4:1992

Biological evaluation of medical devices — Part 4: Selection of tests for interactions with blood

Describes a classification of medical and dental devices that are intended for use in contact with blood, the fundamental principles governing the evaluation of the interaction of devices with blood, and the rationale for structured selection of tests, together with the principles and scientific basis of these tests. Annex A describes evaluation of cardiovascular devices and prostheses during in vivo function.