§ 862.1455 - Lecithin/sphingomyelin ratio in amniotic fluid test system.

Copy with citation
Copy as parenthetical citation

Identification. A lecithin/sphingomyelin ratio in amniotic fluid test system is a device intended to measure the lecithin/sphingomyelin ratio in amniotic fluid. Lecithin and sphingomyelin are phospholipids (fats or fat-like substances containing phosphorus). Measurements of the lecithin/sphingomyelin ratio in amniotic fluid are used in evaluating fetal maturity.

Classification. Class II.