Medical devices to be classified as measuring instruments in line with the state system
The article tells about Russia's participation in the activity of international metrology associations; the main goals, objectives and responsibilities of these associations; selected provisions of the EU Measuring Instruments Directive 2004/22EC related to medical devices with measuring functions. The choice of medical devices to be classified as measuring in line with the state system for ensuring the uniformity of measurement is explained. The list of medical products relating to measuring instruments is approved by the Ministry of Health of Russia and conforms with the regulations of the International Organization of Legal Metrology, the EU and the WTO.