Retrospective clinical specimens were used to compare the performance of the ScanScope XT System's image analysis algorithms against manual microscopy performed by board-certified pathologists in a clinical setting.
Retrospective cohort; Routine clinical specimens; Breast cancer; Immunohistochemistry; Method comparison
Clinical Evidence
Study Design
Population
Comparator
Key Endpoints
Method comparison study (ER and PR); Retrospective method comparison study
Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded breast tissue specimens; Sample Size: 80 (ER study); 180 (PR study); Number of Sites: 2
Manual microscopy by board-certified pathologists
Percentage of positive nuclei and average intensity score
Indications for Use
The ScanScope® XT System is an automated digital slide creation, management, viewing and analysis system. It is intended for in vitro diagnostic use as an aid to the pathologist in the display, detection, counting and classification of tissues and cells of clinical interest based on particular color, intensity, size, pattern and shape. The IHC ER Image Analysis application is intended for use as an aid to the pathologist in the detection and quantitative measurement of ER (Estrogen Receptor) in formalin-fixed paraffinembedded normal and neoplastic tissue. The IHC PR Image Analysis application is intended for use as an aid to the pathologist in the detection and quantitation measurement of PR (Progesterone Receptor) in formalin-fixed. paraffin-embedded normal and neoplastic tissue. It is indicated for use as an aid in the management, prognosis, and prediction of therapy outcomes of breast cancer. Note: The IHC ER and PR Image Analysis applications are an adjunctive computer-assisted methodology to assist the reproducibility of a qualified pathologist in the acquisition and measurement of images from microscope slides of breast cancer specimens stained for the presence of estrogen and progesterone receptor proteins. The accuracy of the test result depends upon the quality of the immunohistochemical staining. It is the responsibility of a qualified pathologist to employ appropriate morphological studies and controls as specified in the instructions for the ER and PR reagent/kit used to assure the validity of the IHC ER and PR Image Analysis application assisted scores.
Device Story
The ScanScope XT System is an automated digital pathology platform consisting of a slide scanner, computer, monitor, and software. It digitizes immunohistochemistry (IHC) stained slides of breast tissue. The system performs automated digital slide creation and management. Pathologists use the system to view digital slides and outline tumor regions. The image analysis software then processes these regions to quantify ER and PR expression by calculating the percentage of positive nuclei and intensity scores (0, 1+, 2+, 3+). The system does not make independent clinical interpretations; it serves as an adjunctive tool to assist pathologists in achieving reproducible measurements. The output is used by pathologists to inform breast cancer management, prognosis, and therapy prediction. The system is intended for use in clinical laboratory environments.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical study compared image analysis to manual microscopy at two CLIA-qualified sites using 80 ER and 180 PR formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded breast tissue specimens. Three pathologists performed blinded manual reviews and annotated tumor regions for automated analysis. Results showed high inter-pathologist agreement for both manual and automated methods. Agreement between manual microscopy and image analysis was demonstrated for percentage of positive nuclei and intensity scores. Precision studies (intra-system and inter-system) showed minimal variation in reported scores across multiple runs and instruments.
Technological Characteristics
The system utilizes an automated digital microscope slide scanner employing line scanning technology. It includes a computer, color monitor, and software for digital pathology management and image analysis. The system performs automated calibration, illumination field flattening, and white balance correction during a prescan process. It is designed for use with standard formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue specimens stained with Dako IHC kits. The software operates in a batch processing mode for image analysis.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use as an aid to pathologists in the detection and quantitative measurement of Estrogen Receptor (ER) and Progesterone Receptor (PR) in formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded normal and neoplastic breast tissue specimens to assist in the management, prognosis, and prediction of therapy outcomes for breast cancer patients.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Immunohistochemistry test systems (IHC's) are in vitro diagnostic devices consisting of polyclonal or monoclonal antibodies labeled with directions for use and performance claims, which may be packaged with ancillary reagents in kits. Their intended use is to identify, by immunological techniques, antigens in tissues or cytologic specimens. Similar devices intended for use with flow cytometry devices are not considered IHC's.
Special Controls
(2) Class II (special control, guidance document: “FDA Guidance for Submission of Immunohistochemistry Applications to the FDA,” Center for Devices and Radiologic Health, 1998). These IHC's are intended for the detection and/or measurement of certain target analytes in order to provide prognostic or predictive data that are not directly confirmed by routine histopathologic internal and external control specimens. These IHC's provide the pathologist with information that is ordinarily reported as independent diagnostic information to the ordering clinician, and the claims associated with these data are widely accepted and supported by valid scientific evidence. Examples of class II IHC's are those intended for semiquantitative measurement of an analyte, such as hormone receptors in breast cancer.
Predicate Devices
Applied Imaging Ariol™ with ER/PR Application (k033200)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# 510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION DECISION SUMMARY
A. 510(k) Number:
k073677
B. Purpose for Submission:
Marketing product in the U.S.
C. Manufacturer and Instrument Name:
Aperio Technologies, Inc.
ScanScope® XT System, IHC ER/PR Breast Tissue Image Analysis
D. Type of Test or Tests Performed:
Computer-assisted image analyzer for immunohistochemistry ER/PR slides
E. System Descriptions:
1. Device Description:
The ScanScope® XT System is an automated digital slide creation, management, viewing and analysis system which consists of an automated digital microscope slide scanner, computer, color monitor, keyboard and digital pathology information management software and image analysis software. In this particular application the image analysis software assists the pathologist in quantitative assessment of immunohistochemistry stained histological specimens for estrogen receptors (ER) and progesterone receptors (PR). The system software makes no independent interpretations of the data.
2. Principles of Operation:
3. Modes of Operation:
Computer-assisted interpretation.
4. Specimen Identification:
Specimens are identified by slide label (a digital image is taken of the slide label and stored with the digital slide) or by barcode, if provided by the user's laboratory information system.
5. Specimen Sampling and Handling:
Immunohistochemical stained microslides can be loaded in the ScanScope XT manually (one at a time) or automatically. The ScanScope XT can automatically scan 120 slides contained in slide racks.
6. Calibration:
Calibration of the ScanScope XT is an automated process which is re-verified as part of the scanning process for every scanned slide. If the calibration is not within predefined limits, then the user is prevented from scanning the slide and must take steps to assure that the scan is within acceptable limits.
When the user scans a slide, the controller software automatically performs a "prescan". The prescan is a scan of a small region of the slide which contains clear glass or "white space". The brightness and color characteristics of the image are used to correct the resulting scanned image. The main functions of the prescan process are to automatically verify that no significant tissue is present, flatten the illumination field, correct the white balance, and measure bulb brightness.
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7. Quality Control:
The accuracy of the system depends on the laboratory following the quality control instructions recommended in the labeling of the Dako Test kits.
8. Software:
FDA has reviewed applicant’s Hazard Analysis and Software Development processes for this line of product types:
Yes ☐ x ☐ or No ☐
F. Regulatory Information:
1. Regulation section:
21 CFR §864.1860 Immunohistochemistry reagents and kits
2. Classification:
Class II
3. Product code:
NQN (Microscope, Automated, Image Analysis, Immunohistochemistry, Operator Intervention, Nuclear Intensity and Percent Positivity)
4. Panel:
Pathology 88
G. Intended Use:
1. Indication(s) for Use:
The ScanScope System is an automated digital slide creation, management, viewing and analysis system. It is intended for in vitro diagnostic use as an aid to the pathologist in the display, detection, counting and classification of tissues and cells of clinical interest based on particular color, intensity, size, pattern and shape.
The IHC ER Image Analysis application is intended for use as an aid to the pathologist in the detection and quantitative measurement of ER (Estrogen Receptor) in formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded normal and neoplastic tissue.
The IHC PR Image Analysis application is intended for use as an aid to the pathologist in the detection and quantitative measurement of PR (Progesterone Receptor) in formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded normal and neoplastic tissue.
It is indicated for use as an aid in the management, prognosis, and prediction of therapy outcomes of breast cancer.
Note: The IHC ER and PR Image Analysis applications are an adjunctive computer-assisted methodology to assist the reproducibility of a qualified pathologist in the acquisition and measurement of images from microscope slides of breast cancer specimens stained for the presence of estrogen and progesterone receptor proteins. The accuracy of the test result depends upon the quality of the immunohistochemical staining. It is the responsibility of a qualified pathologist to employ appropriate morphological studies and controls as specified in the instructions for the ER and PR reagent/kit used to assure the validity of the IHC ER and PR Image Analysis application assisted scores.
2. Special Conditions for Use Statement(s):
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For prescription use only.
# H. Substantial Equivalence Information:
1. Predicate Device Name(s) and 510(k) numbers:
Applied Imaging Ariol™ K012138
2. Comparison with Predicate Device:
| Similarities | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate |
| Device type | ... an aid to the pathologist in the display, detection, counting and classification of tissues and cells of clinical interest based on particular color, intensity, size, pattern and shape. | Same |
| Specimen Type | Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded stained by immunohistochemistry | Same |
| Assay used | Dako Monoclonal Mouse Anti-Human ERα (Clone 1D5) Dako Monoclonal Mouse Anti-Human PR (PgR 636) | Same |
| Method of interpretation | Quantitative image analysis with interpretation and verification by pathologist | Same |
| Differences | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate |
| Results reported | Percent positive nuclei and intensity score | Percent positive nuclei |
| Device Components | Automated digital slide scanner, computer, color monitor, keyboard, image analysis software and digital pathology information management software | Controlled microscope and digital camera combination, computer color monitor, keyboard, printer and color detection and image analysis software |
| Image acquisition | Slide scanner based on line scanning | Controlled microscope/digital camera combination |
# I. Special Control/Guidance Document Referenced (if applicable):
Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff: Format for Traditional and Abbreviated
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510(k)s
Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff: Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices
## J. Performance Characteristics:
### 1. Analytical Performance:
#### a. Accuracy (Comparison to Manual Method)
The substantial equivalence study was based on comparison of image analysis to conventional manual microscopy. Manual microscopy was performed in accordance with the reagent vendor’s instructions for use.
Two Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) qualified clinical sites participated in the study. Prior to their participation in the study each clinical site obtained exemption status from an Institutional Review Board (IRB).
The first clinical site participated in the ER study.
A total set of 80 formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded breast tissue specimens from the first clinical site was used for the ER study.
The specimens at the first clinical site were selected based on their clinical scores on file to provide an equal distribution of ER slides in the percentage of positive nuclei ranges 0%, 1% to 4%, 5% to 9%, 10% to 49%, and 50% to 100%.
All specimens for the ER study were immunohistochemically stained at the first clinical site using Dako in vitro diagnostic (IVD) FDA cleared Monoclonal Mouse Anti-Human Estrogen Receptor α (Clone 1D5) (k993957).
Both clinical sites participated in the PR study.
A total set of 180 formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded breast tissue specimens from both clinical sites were used for the PR study; 80 slides from the first clinical site and 100 slides from the second clinical site.
The specimens at the first clinical site were selected based on their clinical scores on file to provide an equal distribution of PR slides in the percentage of positive nuclei ranges 0%, 1% to 4%, 5% to 9%, 10% to 49%, and 50% to 100%. The specimens at the second clinical site were routine specimens taken from their clinical operation, representing the true target population of cases in a typical clinical setting.
All specimens for the PR study were immunohistochemically stained at the clinical sites using Dako in vitro diagnostic (IVD) FDA cleared Monoclonal Mouse Anti-Human Progesterone Receptor (Clone PgR 636) (k020023).
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The study was performed primarily at the participating clinical sites and all parts except the scanning of glass slides were performed at their facilities using their typical workflow. The glass slides were prepared in the sites' clinical laboratories and read by board certified staff pathologists. For the scanning of glass slides ScanScope XT instruments were operated in a simulated clinical setting at Aperio (designed to be representative of a typical lab environment).
All ScanScope XT instruments used in the study were production units and were delivered, installed, and maintained in accordance with the approved procedures, per Aperio's QSPs (Quality Systems Procedures), and as described in product documentation and labeling.
Three different board-certified pathologists at each clinical site performed a blinded manual review of each glass slide using a conventional light microscope. The pathologists reported the percentage of positive nuclei [0%, 1%, ... 100%] and average intensity score of 0, 1+, 2+ or 3+ for each of the reviewed glass slides.
Based on the manual microscopy average percentages of positive nuclei from the three pathologists, the glass slides used for the ER study provided the following percentages of positive nuclei distribution.
ER Percentage of Positive Nuclei Distribution
| Percentage | Clinical Site 1 |
| --- | --- |
| 0% | 31 |
| [ 1%- 5%) | 2 |
| [ 5%-10%) | 2 |
| [10%-50%) | 8 |
| [50%-100%] | 37 |
| Total | 80 |
Based on the manual microscopy average intensity scores from the three pathologists, the glass slides used for the ER study provided the following average intensity score distribution.
ER Average Intensity Score Distribution
| Intensity Score | Clinical Site 1 |
| --- | --- |
| 0 | 29 |
| 1+ | 8 |
| 2+ | 24 |
| 3+ | 19 |
| Total | 80 |
Based on the manual microscopy average percentages of positive nuclei from the three pathologists, the glass slides used for the PR study provided the
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following percentages of positive nuclei distribution.
PR Percentage of Positive Nuclei Distributions
| Percentage | Clinical Site 1 | Clinical Site 2 | Total |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 0% | 29 | 33 | 62 |
| [ 1%- 5%) | 12 | 6 | 18 |
| [ 5%-10%) | 8 | 3 | 11 |
| [10%-50%) | 15 | 11 | 26 |
| [50%-100%] | 16 | 47 | 63 |
| Total | 80 | 100 | 180 |
Based on the manual microscopy average intensity scores from the three pathologists, the glass slides used for the PR study provided the following average intensity score distribution.
PR Average Intensity Score Distributions
| Intensity Score | Clinical Site 1 | Clinical Site 2 | Total |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 0 | 26 | 31 | 57 |
| 1+ | 14 | 3 | 17 |
| 2+ | 20 | 12 | 32 |
| 3+ | 20 | 54 | 74 |
| Total | 80 | 100 | 180 |
As it can be seen from the ER and PR percentage of positive nuclei distributions, it was not possible to obtain an equal distribution of the percentage of positive nuclei in the range from $1\%$ to $10\%$ . This difficulty was founded in the limited representation of this percentage range in the true target population of cases.
All glass slides were scanned using a different ScanScope XT instrument for each clinical site.
After a wash-out period of over one week and subsequent randomization of the slides, the same three pathologists at each clinical site outlined a representative set of tumor regions for each digital slide using the ScanScope Systems' remote editing capability. The pathologists' annotations of tumor region outlines were blinded from each other.
Image analysis was performed on each slide for each of the different sets of tumor regions outlined by the three pathologists, resulting in a separate image analysis score for each of the three pathologists. Image analysis was run in batch processing mode completely separated from the pathologists outlining the tumor regions to avoid influencing the pathologists in their choice of tumor regions. The image analysis algorithm reported the percentage of positive nuclei $[0.0\%, \ldots, 100.0\%]$ and average intensity score of $0, 1+, 2+$ or $3+$ for each of the digital slides.
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The statistical analyses are presented for ER and PR for each of the scores: percentage of positive nuclei and intensity scores. The statistical analyses are presented across all slides for manual microscopy and image analysis, and comparatively between the two methods for the clinical sites with their different three pathologists.
## Estrogen Receptor (ER)
Statistical analyses are provided for each of the three commonly used clinical relevant cut-off thresholds 1%, 5%, and 10% that are applied to the percentage of positive nuclei. Percents Agreement (PA) along with an exact 95% Confidence Interval (CI) are shown for the dichotomous outcomes.
## Cut-Off Threshold 1%
Manual Microscopy - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 92.5% | (84.4, 97.2) | 91.3% | (82.8, 96.4) | 98.8% | (93.2, 99.9) |
Image Analysis - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 97.5% | (91.3, 99.7) | 98.8% | (93.2, 99.9) | 98.8% | (93.2, 99.9) |
Manual Microscopy vs. Image Analysis - same Pathologist - Agreements
| | Pathologist 1 | | Pathologist 2 | | Pathologist 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 92.5% | (84.4, 97.2) | 95.0% | (87.7, 98.6) | 95.0% | (87.7, 98.6) |
The inter-pathologist agreements for the performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from 97.5% to 98.8% with confidence bounds from 91.3% to 99.9%; the inter-pathologists' agreements for manual microscopy ranged from 91.3% to 98.8% with confidence bounds from 82.8% to 99.9%.
The percent agreements between the pathologists' manual microscopy and performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from 92.5% to 95.5% with confidence bounds from 84.4% to 98.6%.
## Cut-Off Threshold 5%
Manual Microscopy - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 96.3% | (89.4, 99.2) | 95.0% | (87.7, 98.6) | 98.8% | (93.2, 99.9) |
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| | Image Analysis - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 | |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 93.8% | (86.0, 97.9) | 93.8% | (86.0, 97.9) | 97.5% | (91.3, 99.7) |
| Manual Microscopy vs. Image Analysis - same Pathologist - Agreements | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Pathologist 1 | | Pathologist 2 | | Pathologist 3 |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA |
| Clinical Site 1 | 93.8% | (86.0, 97.9) | 96.3% | (89.4, 99.2) | 97.5% |
The inter-pathologist agreements for the performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from 93.8% to 97.5% with confidence bounds from 86.0% to 99.7%; the inter-pathologists' % agreement for manual microscopy ranged from 95.0% to 98.8% with confidence bounds from 87.7% to 99.9%.
The percents agreement between the pathologists' manual microscopy and performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from 93.8% to 97.5% with confidence bounds from 86.0% to 99.7%.
## Cut-Off Threshold 10%
| Manual Microscopy - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA |
| Clinical Site 1 | 93.8% | (86.0, 97.9) | 95.0% | (87.7, 98.6) | 96.3% |
| Image Analysis - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA |
| Clinical Site 1 | 95.0% | (87.7, 98.6) | 96.3% | (89.4, 99.2) | 98.8% |
| Manual Microscopy vs. Image Analysis - same Pathologist - Agreements | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Pathologist 1 | | Pathologist 2 | | Pathologist 3 |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA |
| Clinical Site 1 | 95.0% | (87.7, 98.6) | 93.8% | (86.0, 97.9) | 96.3% |
The inter-pathologist agreements for the performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from 95.0% to 98.8% with confidence bounds from 87.7% to 99.9%; the inter-pathologists' % agreement for manual microscopy ranged from 93.8% to 96.3% with confidence bounds from 86.0% to 99.2%.
The percents agreement between the pathologists' manual microscopy and performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from 93.8% to 96.3% with confidence bounds from 86.0% to 99.2%.
## Intensity Score
Statistical analyses are provided for the intensity scores. Percents Agreement
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(PA) along with an exact $95\%$ Confidence Interval (CI) are shown overall for all intensity score categories $0, 1+, 2+$ , and $3+$ combined.
| Manual Microscopy - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements | | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 | |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 55.0% | (43.5, 66.2) | 60.0% | (48.4, 70.8) | 86.3% | (76.7, 92.9) |
| Image Analysis - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements | | | | | | |
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 | |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 88.8% | (79.7, 94.7) | 90.0% | (81.2, 95.6) | 88.8% | (79.7, 94.7) |
| Manual Microscopy vs. Image Analysis - same Pathologist - Agreements | | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Pathologist 1 | | Pathologist 2 | | Pathologist 3 | |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 63.8% | (52.2, 74.2) | 77.5% | (66.8, 86.1) | 86.3% | (76.7, 92.9) |
The inter-pathologist agreements for the performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from $88.8\%$ to $90.0\%$ with confidence bounds from $79.7\%$ to $95.6\%$ ; the inter-pathologists' %agreement for manual microscopy ranged from $55.0\%$ to $86.3\%$ with confidence bounds from $43.5\%$ to $92.9\%$ .
The percents agreement between the pathologists' manual microscopy and performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from $63.8\%$ to $86.3\%$ with confidence bounds from $52.2\%$ to $92.9\%$ .
| | | Pathologist 1 | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| | 0 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 31 |
| | 1+ | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 7 |
| Pathologist 2 | 2+ | 1 | 0 | 1 | 27 | 29 |
| | 3+ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 13 |
| | Total | 35 | 0 | 3 | 42 | 80 |
| | | Pathologist 1 | | | | |
| | | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| | 0 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 30 |
| | 1+ | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Pathologist 3 | 2+ | 3 | 0 | 2 | 23 | 28 |
| | 3+ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 17 |
| | Total | 35 | 0 | 3 | 42 | 80 |
| | | Pathologist 2 | | | | |
| | | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| | 0 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| | 1+ | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Pathologist 3 | 2+ | 1 | 2 | 23 | 2 | 28 |
| | 3+ | 0 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 17 |
| | Total | 31 | 7 | 29 | 13 | 80 |
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ER Manual Microscopy - Clinical Site 1 - Inter-Pathologists - Intensity Scores 4x4 Tables
| | Pathologist 1 | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| Pathologist 2 | 0 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| | 1+ | 2 | 6 | 0 | 8 |
| | 2+ | 0 | 1 | 15 | 17 |
| | 3+ | 1 | 2 | 2 | 23 |
| | Total | 35 | 9 | 17 | 80 |
| | Pathologist 1 | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| Pathologist 3 | 0 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| | 1+ | 0 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| | 2+ | 0 | 2 | 15 | 18 |
| | 3+ | 1 | 2 | 1 | 22 |
| | Total | 35 | 9 | 17 | 80 |
| | Pathologist 2 | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| Pathologist 3 | 0 | 32 | 2 | 0 | 34 |
| | 1+ | 0 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| | 2+ | 0 | 1 | 14 | 18 |
| | 3+ | 0 | 0 | 2 | 22 |
| | Total | 32 | 8 | 17 | 80 |
ER Image Analysis - Clinical Site 1 - Inter-Pathologists - Intensity Scores 4x4 Tables
| Pathologist 1 | Image Analysis | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| Manual Microscopy | 0 | 32 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 35 |
| | 1+ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| | 2+ | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| | 3+ | 3 | 3 | 17 | 19 | 42 |
| | Total | 35 | 9 | 17 | 19 | 80 |
| Pathologist 2 | Image Analysis | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| Manual Microscopy | 0 | 29 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| | 1+ | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| | 2+ | 1 | 1 | 16 | 11 | 29 |
| | 3+ | 0 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 13 |
| | Total | 32 | 8 | 17 | 23 | 80 |
| Pathologist 3 | Image Analysis | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| Manual Microscopy | 0 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| | 1+ | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| | 2+ | 3 | 2 | 18 | 5 | 28 |
| | 3+ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 17 |
| | Total | 34 | 6 | 18 | 22 | 80 |
ER Manual Microscopy vs. Image Analysis - Clinical Site 1 - Same Pathologists Intensity Scores 4x4 Tables
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# Progesterone Receptor (PR)
## Percentage of Positive Nuclei
Statistical analyses are provided for each of the three commonly used clinical relevant cut-off thresholds 1%, 5%, and 10% that are applied to the percentage of positive nuclei. Percents Agreement (PA) along with an exact 95% Confidence Interval (CI) are shown for the dichotomous outcomes.
## Cut-Off Threshold 1%
Manual Microscopy - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 87.5% | (78.2, 93.8) | 85.0% | (75.3, 92.0) | 87.5% | (78.2, 93.8) |
| Clinical Site 2 | 97.0% | (91.5, 99.4) | 97.0% | (91.5, 99.4) | 94.0% | (87.4, 97.8) |
Image Analysis - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 88.8% | (79.7, 94.7) | 85.0% | (75.3, 92.0) | 91.3% | (82.8, 96.4) |
| Clinical Site 2 | 92.0% | (84.8, 96.5) | 97.0% | (91.5, 99.4) | 89.0% | (81.2, 94.4) |
Manual Microscopy vs Image Analysis - same Pathologist - Agreements
| | Pathologist 1 | | Pathologist 2 | | Pathologist 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 88.8% | (79.7, 94.7) | 90.0% | (81.2, 95.6) | 86.3% | (76.7, 92.9) |
| Clinical Site 2 | 95.0% | (88.7, 98.4) | 94.0% | (87.4, 97.8) | 89.0% | (81.2, 94.4) |
The inter-pathologist agreements for the performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from 85.0% to 97.0% with confidence bounds from 81.2% to 99.4%; the inter-pathologists' agreements for manual microscopy ranged from 85.0% to 97.0% with confidence bounds from 75.3% to 99.4%.
The percents agreement between the pathologists' manual microscopy and performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from 86.3% to 95.0% with confidence bounds from 76.7% to 98.4%.
## Cut-Off Threshold 5%
Manual Microscopy - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 88.8% | (79.7, 94.7) | 85.0% | (75.3, 92.0) | 83.8% | (73.8, 91.1) |
| Clinical Site 2 | 98.0% | (93.0, 99.8) | 99.0% | (94.6, 99.9) | 97.0% | (91.5, 99.4) |
Image Analysis - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements
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| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 88.8% | (79.7, 94.7) | 88.8% | (79.7, 94.7) | 92.5% | (84.4, 97.2) |
| Clinical Site 2 | 95.0% | (88.7, 98.4) | 97.0% | (91.5, 99.4) | 94.0% | (87.4, 97.8) |
Manual Microscopy vs. Image Analysis - same Pathologist - Agreements
| | Pathologist 1 | | Pathologist 2 | | Pathologist 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 83.8% | (73.8, 91.1) | 81.3% | (71.0, 89.1) | 90.0% | (81.2, 95.6) |
| Clinical Site 2 | 99.0% | (94.6, 99.9) | 92.0% | (84.8, 96.5) | 97.0% | (91.5, 99.4) |
The inter-pathologist agreements for the performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from $88.8\%$ to $97.0\%$ with confidence bounds from $79.7\%$ to $99.4\%$ ; the inter-pathologists' agreements for manual microscopy ranged from $83.8\%$ to $99.0\%$ with confidence bounds from $86.0\%$ to $99.2\%$ .
The percent agreements between the pathologists' manual microscopy and performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from $81.3\%$ to $99.0\%$ with confidence bounds from $71.0\%$ to $99.9\%$ .
Cut-Off Threshold $10\%$
| Manual Microscopy - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements | | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 | |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 88.8% | (79.7, 94.7) | 92.5% | (84.4, 97.2) | 88.8% | (79.7, 94.7) |
| Clinical Site 2 | 97.0% | (91.5, 99.4) | 99.0% | (94.6, 99.9) | 96.0% | (90.1, 98.9) |
| Image Analysis - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements | | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 | |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 90.0% | (81.2, 95.6) | 86.3% | (76.7, 92.9) | 88.8% | (79.7, 94.7) |
| Clinical Site 2 | 95.0% | (88.7, 98.4) | 99.0% | (94.6, 99.9) | 96.0% | (90.1, 98.9) |
| Manual Microscopy vs. Image Analysis - same Pathologist - Agreements | | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Pathologist 1 | | Pathologist 2 | | Pathologist 3 | |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 88.8% | (79.7, 94.7) | 85.0% | (75.3, 92.0) | 90.0% | (81.2, 95.6) |
| Clinical Site 2 | 96.0% | (90.1, 98.9) | 94.0% | (87.4, 97.8) | 98.0% | (93.0, 99.8) |
The inter-pathologist agreements for the performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from $86.3\%$ to $99.0\%$ with confidence bounds from $76.7\%$ to $99.9\%$ ; the inter-pathologists' agreements for manual microscopy ranged from $88.8\%$ to $99.0\%$ with confidence bounds from $79.7\%$ to $99.9\%$ .
The percents agreement between the pathologists' manual microscopy and performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from $85.0\%$ to $98.0\%$ with
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confidence bounds from $75.3\%$ to $99.8\%$ .
# Intensity Score
Statistical analyses are provided for the intensity scores. Percents Agreement (PA) along with an exact $95\%$ Confidence Interval (CI) are shown overall for all intensity score categories $0, 1+, 2+$ , and $3+$ combined.
Manual Microscopy - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 61.3% | (49.7, 71.9) | 58.8% | (47.2, 69.6) | 61.3% | (49.7, 71.9) |
| Clinical Site 2 | 74.0% | (64.3, 82.3) | 76.0% | (66.4, 84.0) | 88.0% | (80.0, 93.6) |
Image Analysis - Inter-Pathologists - Agreements
| | Pathologist 1 v 2 | | Pathologist 1 v 3 | | Pathologist 2 v 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 76.3% | (65.4, 85.1) | 68.8% | (57.4, 78.7) | 81.3% | (71.0, 89.1) |
| Clinical Site 2 | 85.0% | (76.5, 91.4) | 88.0% | (80.0, 93.6) | 83.0% | (74.2, 89.8) |
Manual Microscopy vs. Image Analysis - same Pathologist - Agreements
| | Pathologist 1 | | Pathologist 2 | | Pathologist 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI | PA | PA 95% CI |
| Clinical Site 1 | 58.8% | (47.2, 69.6) | 70.0% | (58.7, 79.7) | 70.0% | (58.7, 79.7) |
| Clinical Site 2 | 72.0% | (62.1, 80.5) | 84.0% | (75.3, 90.6) | 79.0% | (69.7, 86.5) |
The inter-pathologist agreements for the performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from $76.3\%$ to $88.0\%$ with confidence bounds from $57.4\%$ to $93.6\%$ ; the inter-pathologists' agreements for manual microscopy ranged from $58.8\%$ to $88.0\%$ with confidence bounds from $47.2\%$ to $93.6\%$ . The percents agreement between the pathologists' manual microscopy and performed (blinded) image analysis ranged from $58.8\%$ to $84.0\%$ with confidence bounds from $47.2\%$ to $90.6\%$ .


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| | Pathologist 2 | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| Pathologist 3 | 0 | 25 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| | 1+ | 2 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| | 2+ | 5 | 5 | 7 | 5 |
| | 3+ | 0 | 1 | 6 | 12 |
| | Total | 32 | 12 | 19 | 17 |
PR Manual Microscopy - Clinical Site 1 - Inter-Pathologists - Intensity Scores 4x4 Tables
| | Pathologist 1 | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| Pathologist 2 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| | 1+ | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| | 2+ | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| | 3+ | 0 | 0 | 19 | 40 |
| | Total | 32 | 4 | 22 | 42 |
| | Pathologist 1 | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| Pathologist 3 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| | 1+ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| | 2+ | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| | 3+ | 0 | 1 | 17 | 39 |
| | Total | 32 | 4 | 22 | 42 |
| | Pathologist 2 | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| Pathologist 3 | 0 | 30 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| | 1+ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| | 2+ | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| | 3+ | 0 | 0 | 3 | 54 |
| | Total | 30 | 3 | 8 | 59 |
PR Manual Microscopy - Clinical Site 2 - Inter-Pathologists - Intensity Scores 4x4 Tables
| | Pathologist 1 | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| Pathologist 2 | 0 | 29 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| | 1+ | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| | 2+ | 1 | 3 | 16 | 4 |
| | 3+ | 1 | 1 | 2 | 11 |
| | Total | 33 | 11 | 19 | 17 |
| | Pathologist 1 | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| Pathologist 3 | 0 | 29 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| | 1+ | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| | 2+ | 2 | 4 | 13 | 4 |
| | 3+ | 0 | 2 | 3 | 11 |
| | Total | 33 | 11 | 19 | 17 |
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| | Pathologist 2 | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| 0 | 32 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 37 |
| 1+ | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Pathologist 3 | 2+ | 0 | 2 | 18 | 3 |
| 3+ | 0 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 16 |
| Total | 33 | 8 | 24 | 15 | 80 |
PR Image Analysis - Clinical Site 1 - Inter-Pathologists - Intensity Scores 4x4 Tables
| | Pathologist 1 | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| 0 | 26 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 33 |
| 1+ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pathologist 2 | 2+ | 1 | 0 | 11 | 4 |
| 3+ | 0 | 0 | 3 | 48 | 51 |
| Total | 27 | 3 | 17 | 53 | 100 |
| | Pathologist 1 | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| 0 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 26 |
| 1+ | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Pathologist 3 | 2+ | 2 | 1 | 13 | 4 |
| 3+ | 0 | 0 | 4 | 48 | 52 |
| Total | 27 | 3 | 17 | 53 | 100 |
| | Pathologist 2 | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| 0 | 24 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 26 |
| 1+ | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Pathologist 3 | 2+ | 5 | 0 | 12 | 3 |
| 3+ | 2 | 0 | 3 | 47 | 52 |
| Total | 33 | 0 | 16 | 51 | 100 |
PR Image Analysis - Clinical Site 2 - Inter-Pathologists - Intensity Scores 4x4 Tables
| Pathologist 1 | | Image Analysis | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| Manual | 0 | 31 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 38 |
| | 1+ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Microscopy | 2+ | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| | 3+ | 2 | 2 | 17 | 15 | 36 |
| Total | 33 | 11 | 19 | 17 | 80 | |
| Pathologist 2 | | Image Analysis | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | 0 | 1+ | 2+ | 3+ | Total |
| Manual | 0 | 29 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 32 |
| | 1+ | 1 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 12 |
| Microscopy | 2+ | 2 | 1 | 12 | 4 | 19 |
| | 3+ | 1 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 17 |
| Total | 33 | 8 | 24 | 15 | 80 | |
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PR Manual Microscopy vs. Image Analysis - Clinical Site 1 - Same Pathologists Intensity Scores 4x4 Tables



PR Manual Microscopy vs. Image Analysis - Clinical Site 2 - Same Pathologists Intensity Scores 4x4 Tables
# b. Precision:
The precision of the ScanScope XT System was suite of intra-run/intra-system, inter-run/intra-system, inter-system and intra-pathologist studies.
12 ER and 10 PR slides from the comparison study were used for this study. Using the same slides from the comparison study allowed the results obtained in the precision studies to be placed into perspective by comparing them to the inter-pathologist results.
The ER slides consisted of formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded breast tissue specimens immunohistochemically stained using Dako in vitro diagnostic (IVD) FDA cleared Monoclonal Mouse Anti-Human Estrogen Receptor $\alpha$ (Clone 1D5) (K993957).
The PR slides consisted of formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded breast tissue specimens immunohistochemically stained using Dako in vitro diagnostic
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(IVD) FDA cleared Monoclonal Mouse Anti-Human Progesterone Receptor (Clone PgR 636) (K020023).
10 ER and 10 PR were selected to provide an equal distribution of slides in the percentage of positive nuclei ranges 0%, 1% to 4%, 5% to 9%, 10% to 49%, and 50% to 100% (two slides in each of the identified ranges) using the average percentage of positive nuclei from the three pathologists in the comparison study.
The pathologists' selection of tumor regions for image analysis introduces some variability to the system. To properly assess the true variability of the system the influence of the pathologists' selections in the intra-run/intra-system, inter-run/intra-system, and inter-systems studies was eliminated by using the same tumor regions for image analysis of all scans of the same slide.
The image analysis algorithm reported the percentage of positive nuclei [0.0%, ... 100.0%] and average intensity score of 0, 1+, 2+, or 3+ as well as the underlying average intensity on a scale from 0 to 255.
The statistical analyses are presented for ER and PR for the percentage of positive nuclei and intensity scores.
**Intra-system**: The slide scores provided by image analysis over 10 consecutive scans were analyzed for all 10 ER and 10 PR slides.
**Estrogen Receptor (ER)**
**Percentage of Positive Nuclei**
The image analysis results show an overall standard deviation of 0.31% (maximum 0.74%) and average range (maximum – minimum) of 0.71% (maximum 2.25%) for the percentage of positive nuclei [0.0-100.0%] across all runs.
**Intensity Scores**
The image analysis results show an overall standard deviation of 0.67 (maximum 1.45) and average range (maximum – minimum) of 1.18 (maximum 4.88) for the intensity values [0-255] across all runs.
**Progesterone Receptor (PR)**
**Percentage of Positive Nuclei**
The image analysis results show an overall standard deviation of 0.54% (maximum 1.47%) and average range (maximum – minimum) of 1.06% (maximum 4.78%) for the percentage of positive nuclei [0.0-100.0%] across all runs.
**Intensity Scores**
The image analysis results show an overall standard deviation of 0.9
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(maximum 1.60) and average range (maximum - minimum) of 2.48 (maximum 4.27) for the intensity values [0-255] across all runs.
Inter-system: The slide scores provided by image analysis over 10 consecutive scans on three different ScanScope XT instruments were analyzed for all 10 ER and 10 PR slides.
# Estrogen Receptor (ER)
# Percentage of Positive Nuclei
The image analysis results on each of the three ScanScope systems show an overall average standard deviation of $0.31\%$ , $0.31\%$ and $0.35\%$ (maximum $0.74\%$ , $0.65\%$ , $0.84\%$ ) and average range of $0.71\%$ , $0.70\%$ and $0.81\%$ (maximum $2.25\%$ , $2.38\%$ , $2.93\%$ ) for the percentage of positive nuclei [0.0-100.0%] across all runs.
The image analysis results of the three ScanScope systems combined show an overall average standard deviation of $0.55\%$ (maximum $1.05\%$ ) and average range of $1.44\%$ (maximum $4.02\%$ ) for the percentage of positive nuclei $[0.0-100.0\%]$ across all runs.
The image analysis results show minimal variation from one ScanScope system to another as shown in the following table that shows the mean over all runs of the reported percentage of positive nuclei $[0.0 - 100.0\%]$ for the 12 ER slides (#S) for the three ScanScope systems.
| | S#1 | S#2 | S#3 | S#4 | S#5 | S#6 | S#7 | S#8 | S#9 | S#10 | S#11 | S#12 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| ScanScope #1 | 0.06 | 0.10 | 0.12 | 0.16 | 0.27 | 0.34 | 25.20 | 25.83 | 82.70 | 91.24 | 6.27 | 3.13 |
| ScanScope #2 | 0.06 | 0.08 | 0.11 | 0.15 | 0.25 | 0.34 | 24.84 | 24.58 | 83.12 | 91.60 | 6.74 | 3.47 |
| ScanScope #3 | 0.05 | 0.07 | 0.11 | 0.08 | 0.27 | 0.31 | 24.06 | 23.50 | 81.00 | 90.20 | 6.70 | 3.41 |
# Intensity Scores
The image analysis results on each of the three ScanScope systems show an overall average standard deviation of $0.67\%$ , $0.72\%$ , and $0.59\%$ (maximum $1.45\%$ , $2.08\%$ , $1.33\%$ ) and average range of $1.18\%$ , $1.33\%$ , and $1.10\%$ (maximum $4.88\%$ , $6.85\%$ , $4.18\%$ ) for the intensity values [0-255] across all runs.
The image analysis results of the three ScanScope systems combined show an overall average standard deviation of $1.22\%$ (maximum $3.07\%$ ) and average range of $2.37\%$ (maximum $8.91\%$ ) for the intensity values [0-255] across all runs.
The image analysis results show minimal variation from one ScanScope
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system to another as shown in the following table that shows the mean over all runs of the reported percentage of positive nuclei [0.0-100.0%] for the 12 ER slides (#S) for the three ScanScope systems.
| | S#1 | S#2 | S#3 | S#4 | S#5 | S#6 | S#7 | S#8 | S#9 | S#10 | S#11 | S#12 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| ScanScope #1 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 176.21 | 191.33 | 158.74 | 127.44 | 196.8 | 200.9 |
| ScanScope #2 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 180.38 | 191.31 | 158.84 | 131.00 | 197.1 | 201.3 |
| ScanScope #3 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 180.61 | 191.07 | 160.55 | 134.14 | 196.1 | 201.1 |
# Progesterone Receptor (PR)
# Percentage of Positive Nuclei
The image analysis results on each of the three ScanScope systems show an overall average standard deviation of $0.54\%$ , $0.53\%$ and $0.75\%$ (maximum $1.47\%$ , $1.23\%$ , $2.05\%$ ) and average range of $1.06\%$ , $1.23\%$ , and $1.50\%$ (maximum $4.78\%$ , $4.17\%$ , $7.20\%$ ) for the percentage of positive nuclei $[0.0-100.0\%]$ across all runs.
The image analysis results of the three ScanScope systems combined show an overall average standard deviation of $0.87\%$ (maximum $1.57\%$ ) and average range of $2.54\%$ (maximum $8.13\%$ ) for the percentage of positive nuclei $[0.0-100.0\%]$ across all runs.
The image analysis results show minimal variation from one ScanScope system to another as shown in the following table that shows the mean over all runs of the reported percentage of positive nuclei $[0.0 - 100.0\%]$ for the 10 PR slides (#S) for the three ScanScope systems.
| | S#1 | S#2 | S#3 | S#4 | S#5 | S#6 | S#7 | S#8 | S#9 | S#10 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| ScanScope #1 | 0.00 | 0.11 | 0.20 | 1.54 | 3.72 | 12.77 | 18.14 | 35.01 | 46.90 | 73.09 |
| ScanScope #2 | 0.00 | 0.12 | 0.14 | 1.59 | 4.44 | 12.64 | 17.75 | 35.21 | 47.28 | 72.15 |
| ScanScope #3 | 0.00 | 0.13 | 0.10 | 1.52 | 2.52 | 10.34 | 18.00 | 33.13 | 45.72 | 71.06 |
# Intensity Scores
The image analysis results on each of the three ScanScope systems show an overall average standard deviation of $0.9\%$ , $1.01\%$ , and $0.93\%$ (maximum $1.60\%$ , $1.64\%$ , $1.48\%$ ) and average range of $2.48\%$ , $2.62\%$ , and $2.60\%$ (maximum $4.27\%$ , $5.09\%$ , $4.85\%$ ) for the intensity values [0-255] across all runs.
The image analysis results of the three ScanScope systems combined show an
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overall average standard deviation of 1.35% (maximum 2.03%) and average range of 4.55% (maximum 6.86%) for the intensity values [0-255] across all runs.
The image analysis results show minimal variation from one ScanScope system to another as shown in the following table that shows the mean over all runs of the reported percentage of positive nuclei [0.0-100.0%] for the 10 PR slides (#S) for the three ScanScope systems.
| | S#1 | S#2 | S#3 | S#4 | S#5 | S#6 | S#7 | S#8 | S#9 | S#10 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| ScanScope #1 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 160.10 | 203.65 | 191.84 | 186.11 | 176.15 | 148.62 | 139.88 |
| ScanScope #2 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 160.00 | 204.05 | 191.61 | 184.07 | 175.62 | 149.26 | 141.15 |
| ScanScope #3 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 160.45 | 202.57 | 191.68 | 185.53 | 175.91 | 152.69 | 143.52 |
c. Linearity: Not applicable
d. Carryover: Not applicable
e. Interfering Substances: Not applicable.
2. Other Supportive Instrument Performance Data Not Covered Above:
# K. Proposed Labeling:
The labeling is sufficient and it satisfies the requirements of 21 CFR Part 809.10.
# L. Conclusion:
The submitted information in this premarket notification is complete and supports a substantial equivalence decision.
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At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.