Blood Specimen Collection Tube Conservation Strategies
Jan 19 – FDA recommends conservation strategies to minimize tube use and maintain quality and safety of patient care.
Medical Devices
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Medical Devices
Learn more about devices such as diagnostic tests, ventilators, and personal protective equipment (PPE)—including surgical masks, face shields, respirators, gowns, and gloves.
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Omicron Variant: COVID Molecular Tests That May Be Impacted
Dec 28 – The performance of certain EUA-authorized molecular tests may be impacted by mutations in the omicron variant.
Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) for COVID-19
EUAs make available diagnostic tests, respirators, ventilators, and related devices for COVID-19.
Medical Device Updates
Philips Respironics CPAP, BiPAP, and Ventilator Recall FAQs
Jan 26 - Find answers to frequently asked questions on Philips Respironics ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP machines recall.
Health of Women Strategic Plan
Jan 28 - CDRH outlines three priorities to protect and promote the health of women.
First Laser-Based Device for IVC Filter Removal Authorized
Dec 21 – An IVC filter is a small cage-like device inserted into the interior vena cava (IVC) to capture blood clots.
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