### Question
How is the "reference biological product" defined?


### Answer
The term **reference biological product** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1395w* as follows -

> the biological product licensed under such section 262 of this title that is referred to in the application described in subparagraph (H) of the biosimilar biological product

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part B-Supplementary Medical Insurance Benefits for Aged and Disabled**

