Heart Valve Testing
BDC Laboratories heart valve testing activities are directed through the ISO 5840 guidance document. BDC’s principals actively participate in the AAMI Cardiac Valve Prosthesis Committee, the US group supporting the ISO valve standard activities. From this foundation, BDC Labs offer Hydrodynamic Performance Testing (Annex L) and Durability Testing (Annex M) services for both mechanical and biological heart valves. Durability activities are executed with our state of the art heart valve durability test equipment. Furthermore, all heart valve testing activities can be executed per Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and audited with our established quality assurance program.
Venous Valve Testing
Venous valve devices are rapidly evolving and require a unique background for evaluation in the absence of published guidance or standards. The BDC team has experience and expertise developing and evaluating these devices and our durability test system was developed with the unique nature of these devices in mind. BDC Laboratories is positioned to offer guidance, support and superior testing services in this rapidly growing area.
Heart Valve & Venous Valve Durability Test Equipment
From our extensive background in fluid dynamics and hemodynamics, BDC Labs has developed a superior valve durability test system with comprehensive monitoring software. Our equipment has been designed to evaluate both heart valves and venous valves at accelerated frequencies with optimum fluid dynamics for a true evaluation of the test sample. For simulation of the cardiovascular system, BDC Lab's equipment can provide for control of excitation waveforms. Additional capabilities include continuous monitoring of system parameters, independent test station control, and complete aortic aspect visualization for high speed imaging. Learn more about our VDT-3100 heart valve durability system.
If you already have your own test equipment and would prefer to have a qualified laboratory execute your testing program, BDC Labs can accommodate your existing equipment within our facility, as well as provide support by our qualified staff.