IVDR Art. 47

Classification of in vitro diagnostic devices

IVDR classification rules, from class A (lowest risk) to class D (highest)

Category
Founding texts
Market
European Union
Applicable classes
Class A IVD, Class B IVD, Class C IVD, Class D IVD
Applicable since
May 26, 2022

In practice

Classification is based on intended purpose, individual and public health risk, and self-testing. Class D covers blood grouping, HIV and prenatal screening. MDCG 2020-16 is the reference guidance.

Official sources

https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/FR/TXT/?uri=CELEX:32017R0746#d1e6567-1-1

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