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# GMB · Light, Wood'S, Fluorescence

_Microbiology · 21 CFR 866.2600 · Class 1_

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## Overview

- **Product Code:** GMB
- **Device Name:** Light, Wood'S, Fluorescence
- **Regulation:** [21 CFR 866.2600](/submissions/MI/subpart-c%E2%80%94microbiology-devices/866.2600)
- **Device Class:** 1
- **Review Panel:** [Microbiology](/submissions/MI)
- **GMP exempt:** yes

## Identification

A Wood's fluorescent lamp is a device intended for medical purposes to detect fluorescent materials (e.g., fluorescein pigment produced by certain microorganisms) as an aid in the identification of these microorganisms. The device aids in the diagnosis of disease.

## Classification Rationale

Class I (general controls). The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 866.9. The device is also exempt from the good manufacturing practice requirements of the quality management system regulation in part 820 of this chapter, except for requirements concerning records and complaint files under § 820.35 of this chapter.

## Recent Cleared Devices (0 of 0)

_No cleared devices on record._

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