HEMOSIL LIQUID HEPARIN, HEPARIN CALIBRATORS AND LMW AND UF HEPARIN CONTROLS
K090209 · Instrumentation Laboratory CO · KFF · Jun 2, 2009 · Hematology
Device Facts
Record ID
K090209
Device Name
HEMOSIL LIQUID HEPARIN, HEPARIN CALIBRATORS AND LMW AND UF HEPARIN CONTROLS
Applicant
Instrumentation Laboratory CO
Product Code
KFF · Hematology
Decision Date
Jun 2, 2009
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 864.7525
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Real-World Evidence
Real-World Evidence
Submission
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K090209 · Jun 2, 2009
HEMOSIL LIQUID HEPARIN, HEPARIN CALIBRATORS AND LMW AND UF HEPARIN CONTROLS
Instrumentation Laboratory CO
Clinical patient samples from individuals undergoing heparin therapy
The sponsor performed method comparison studies using clinical samples from patients receiving heparin therapy to demonstrate substantial equivalence between the new device and the predicate device across multiple instrument platforms.
Patients undergoing heparin therapy; Sample Size: 424 total (124 ACL ELITE, 152 ACL Advance, 148 ACL TOP); Number of Sites: 1 (In-house)
HemosIL Heparin (Predicate Device)
Performance correlation (Slope, r)
Field site method comparison; Retrospective method comparison
Patients undergoing heparin therapy; Sample Size: 306 total (114 ACL ELITE, 111 ACL Advance, 81 ACL TOP); Number of Sites: 3
HemosIL Heparin (Predicate Device)
Performance correlation (Slope, r)
Indications for Use
The HemosIL® Liquid Heparin assay is an automated chromogenic assay for the quantitative determination of unfractionated heparin (UFH) and low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) in human citrated plasma on IL Coagulation Systems, (ACL TOP® Family, ACL™ ELITE/ELITE PRO® 8/9/10000 and ACL Futura/ACL Advance) The HemosIL Heparin Calibrators are intended for the calibration of the HemosIL Liquid Heparin assay on IL Coagulation Systems (ACL TOP® Family, ACL™ ELITE/ELITE PRO® /8/9/10000 and ACL Futura/ ACL Advance) The HemosIL LMW Heparin controls are intended for the quality control of the HemosIL Liquid Heparin assay when testing for low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) on IL Coagulation Systems, (ACL TOP® Family, ACL™ ELITE/ELITE PRO® 8/9/10000 and ACL Futura/ACL Advance) The HemosIL UF Heparin controls are intended for the quality control of the HemosIL Liquid Heparin assay when testing for unfractionated heparin (UFH) on IL Coagulation Systems, (ACL TOP® Family, ACL™ ELITE/ELITE PRO® 8/9/10000 and ACL Futura/ACL Advance) For in vitro diagnostic use
Device Story
HemosIL Liquid Heparin is an automated one-stage chromogenic assay for measuring heparin activity in human citrated plasma. Input: patient citrated plasma sample. Principle: Heparin-antithrombin complex neutralizes Factor Xa; residual Factor Xa reacts with synthetic chromogenic substrate, releasing paranitroaniline. Output: kinetic absorbance measurement at 405 nm, inversely proportional to heparin level. Used in clinical laboratories on IL Coagulation Systems (ACL TOP, ACL ELITE, ACL Advance). Operated by laboratory technicians. Results assist clinicians in monitoring heparin therapy to maintain activity within recommended ranges, minimizing bleeding or thromboembolic risks. System includes lyophilized calibrators and assayed controls for quality assurance.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Precision assessed using UFH and LMWH controls. Method comparison studies performed in-house (n=124-152) and at three field sites (n=81-114) comparing subject device to predicate HemosIL Heparin on ACL ELITE, ACL Advance, and ACL TOP systems. Results showed strong correlation (r=0.907 to 0.978) and slopes near 1.0.
Technological Characteristics
Chromogenic assay; liquid reagents (Factor Xa, chromogenic substrate S-2732). Analyzed on automated IL Coagulation Systems (ACL TOP, ELITE, Futura/Advance). Detection via spectrophotometry at 405nm. Traceable to WHO International Standards (97/578 for UF, 01/608 for LMW). Stability: 21 months at 2-8°C.
Indications for Use
Indicated for quantitative determination of unfractionated heparin (UFH) and low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) in human citrated plasma for patients undergoing heparin therapy. Prescription use only.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A heparin assay is a device used to determine the level of the anticoagulant heparin in the patient's circulation. These assays are quantitative clotting time procedures using the effect of heparin on activated coagulation factor X (Stuart factor) or procedures based on the neutralization of heparin by protamine sulfate (a protein that neutralizes heparin).
Predicate Devices
HemosIL Heparin (k980242)
Calibration Plasma LMW Heparin (k030964)
Control Plasma LMW Heparin (k030965)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# 510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION DECISION SUMMARY
A. 510(k) Number:
k090209
B. Purpose for Submission:
Sponsor is seeking clearance for a new assay
C. Measurand:
Heparin
D. Type of Test:
Chromogenic
E. Applicant:
Instrumentation Laboratories
F. Proprietary and Established Names:
HemosIL Liquid Heparin
HemosIL Heparin Calibrators
HemosIL UF Heparin Controls
HemosIL LMW Heparin Controls
G. Regulatory Information:
1. Regulation section:
21 CFR 864.7525 Heparin Assay
21 CFR 864.5425 Multipurpose system for in vitro coagulation studies
21 CFR 862.1150 Calibrator
2. Classification:
Class II
3. Product code:
KFF Heparin Assay
GGN Plasma Coagulation Control
JIS Primary Calibrators
4. Panel:
81 Hematology
H. Intended Use:
1. Intended use(s):
The HemosIL® Liquid Heparin assay is an automated chromogenic assay for the quantitative determination of unfractionated heparin (UFH) and low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) in human citrated plasma on IL Coagulation Systems, (ACL TOP® Family, ACL™ ELITE/ELITE PRO® 8/9/10000 and ACL Futura/ACL Advance)
The HemosIL Heparin Calibrators are intended for the calibration of the HemosIL Liquid Heparin assay on IL Coagulation Systems (ACL TOP® Family, ACL™ ELITE/ELITE PRO® /8/9/10000 and ACL Futura/ ACL Advance)
The HemosIL LMW Heparin controls are intended for the quality control of the HemosIL Liquid Heparin assay when testing for low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) on IL Coagulation Systems, (ACL TOP® Family, ACL™
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ELITE/ELITE PRO® 8/9/10000 and ACL Futura/ACL Advance)
The HemosIL UF Heparin controls are intended for the quality control of the HemosIL Liquid Heparin assay when testing for unfractionated heparin (UFH) on IL Coagulation Systems, (ACL TOP® Family, ACL™ ELITE/ELITE PRO® 8/9/10000 and ACL Futura/ACL Advance)
For in vitro diagnostic use
2. Indication(s) for use:
Same as Intended Use.
3. Special conditions for use statement(s):
Prescription Use Only
4. Special instrument requirements:
IL Coagulation Systems, (ACL TOP® Family, ACL™ ELITE/ELITE PRO® 8/9/10000 and ACL Futura/ ACL Advance)
I. Device Description:
The HemosIL® Liquid Heparin assay consists of 5 X 3 mL vials of liquid chromogenic substrate S-2732, and 5 X 2.5 mL vials of a liquid preparation containing purified bovine Factor Xa, buffers and preservatives.
The HemosIL Heparin Calibrator Kit consists of 3 levels of lyophilized material (0, 0.8, and 2.0). The calibrators are prepared from human citrated plasma, and are traceable to the WHO International Standards for LMW and UF heparin.
The HemosIL LMW Heparin Control Kit consists of 5 X 1 mL vials of lyophilized human citrated plasma containing low molecular weight.
The HemosIL UF Heparin Control Kit consists of 5 X 1 mL vials of lyophilized human citrated plasma containing unfractionated heparin.
J. Substantial Equivalence Information:
1. Predicate device name(s):
HemosIL Heparin
Calibration Plasma LMW Heparin
Control Plasma LMW Heparin
2. Predicate 510(k) number(s):
k980242
k030964
k030965
3. Comparison with predicate:
| Similarities – HemosIL Liquid Heparin | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate |
| Intended Use | Chromogenic assay for the quantitative determination on UF and LMWH activity | Same |
| Test Principle | Chromogenic | Same |
| Sample | Citrated Plasma | Same |
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| Differences | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate |
| Form | Liquid Reagents | Lyophilized Reagents |
| Similarities – HemosIL Heparin Calibrators | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate |
| Intended Use | For the calibration of the HemosIL Liquid Heparin assay | For the preparation of calibration curves for use in chromogenic heparin assays |
| Form | Lyophilized | Same |
| Similarities – HemosIL UF Heparin Controls HemosIL LMW Heparin Controls | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate |
| Intended Use | UFH Controls: For the quality control of the HemosIL Liquid Heparin assay when testing for UF Heparin LMWH Controls: For the quality control of the HemosIL Liquid Heparin assay when testing for LMW Heparin | For the quality control of chromogenic heparin assays |
| Form | Lyophilized | Same |
# K. Standard/Guidance Document Referenced (if applicable):
EP06-A "Evaluation of the Linearity of Quantitative Measurement: Approved Guideline, $2^{\mathrm{nd}}$ Ed., 04/2003"
EP05-A2 "Evaluation of Precision performance of Quantitative Measurement Methods; Approved Guideline, $2^{\mathrm{nd}}$ Ed., 08/20/2004"
EP07-A2, "Interference Testing in Clinical Chemistry; Approved Guideline, $2^{\mathrm{nd}}$ Ed., 11/23/2005"
EP09-A2, "Method Comparison and Bias Estimation, $2^{\mathrm{nd}}$ Ed., 09/20/2002"
# L. Test Principle:
The HemosIL Liquid Heparin assay is a one stage chromogenic assay based on a synthetic chromogenic substrate and on Factor Xa inactivation. Heparin is analyzed as a complex with antithrombin. Antithrombin present in the plasma forms an [AT-heparin] complex. The concentration of this complex is dependent on the availability of the patient's endogenous antithrombin. When FXa and FXa specific chromogenic substrate is added to patient sample, two competing reactions occur simultaneously: a) inhibition of FXa by the [AT-heparin] complex, and b) reaction of residual FXa with the chromogenic substrate resulting in cleavage of para-nitroaniline (pNA). The released pNA is measured at $405\mathrm{nm}$ and is inversely proportional to the
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AT level present in the test plasma.
## M. Performance Characteristics (if/when applicable):
### 1. Analytical performance:
#### a. Precision/Reproducibility:
The low and high levels of the HemosIL LMW and UF Heparin Controls were run for 20 days, 2 runs per day, 2 replicates per run (N=80). The ACL Elite, ACL Futura, and the ACL TOP were used for testing. Results demonstrated %CV for the UF Heparin of <7%, and %CV for LMW Heparin Controls <6%
#### b. Linearity/assay reportable range:
Assay linearity was determined using the WHO International LMW Heparin Standard, the WHO International UF Heparin Standard, and Normal pooled plasma. The standards and pooled plasma were mixed and diluted to 5 levels ranging from 0 to 2.2 IU/mL. Each dilution level was analyzed in triplicate on representative instruments using HemosIL Liquid Heparin reagents and the mean result was plotted against the expected values. Testing was performed on the ACL Elite, ACL Advance, and ACL TOP and demonstrated acceptable linearity of up to 2.0 IU/mL for all instruments.
#### c. Traceability, Stability, Expected values (controls, calibrators, or methods):
Each lot of UF Heparin Controls is traceable to the 5th International WHO Standard 97/578 for UF heparin and each lot of LMW Heparin Controls is traceable to the 2nd International WHO Standard 01/608 for LMW Heparin.
Each lot of calibrator is traceable to the 5th International WHO Standard 97/578 for UF heparin and the 2nd International WHO Standard 01/608 for LMW heparin.
A real-time stability study was performed using three lots of kit reagents, calibrators and controls. Reagents were tested at time zero and stored at 2-8°C. At 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, and 21 months the LMW and UF controls were tested in quadruplicate on an ACL TOP using the stored reagents and calibrators, and the mean results compared to the mean result at time zero. Data supported the real-time stability claim of 21 months.
#### d. Detection limit:
Detection Limit was determined by running 20 replicates of the zero calibrator on representative instruments (ACL Elite, ACL Futura, and the ACL TOP) using HemosIL liquid Heparin reagents. Testing was performed on the ACL 9000 (representing the ACL 8000/9000/10000/Elite/Elite Pro family of instruments), ACL Advance representing the ACL Futura/ ACL Advance family), and the ACL TOP (representing the ACL TOP family). Detection limit was determined to be Mean (n=20) – 3SD.
| System | Limit |
| --- | --- |
| ACL 8000/9000/10000/Elite/Elite Pro | 0.04 IU/mL |
| ACL Futura/ACL Advance | 0.02 IU/mL |
| ACL TOP Family | 0.04 IU/mL |
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e. Analytical specificity:
Assay specificity was assessed by testing hemoglobin, bilirubin, and triglycerides. For each substance, the controls were spiked with multiple levels of the indicated interferant. Each interferant level was tested in triplicate and the mean results compared to the unspiked control result. Testing was performed on the ACL Elite, ACL Advance, and ACL TOP and demonstrated no significant interference by hemoglobin up to 300 mg/dL, bilirubin up to 20 mg/dL, and triglycerides up to 800 mg/dL.
f. Assay cut-off:
Not applicable
2. Comparison studies:
a. Method comparison with predicate device:
HemosIL Liquid Heparin Assay was compared to the predicate at 3 sites (2 external, 1 internal) using several IL coagulation platforms. The internal site used samples sourced from CliniSys in Atlanta, GA, and Lahey Clinic in Burlington, MA. The clinical sites used samples from patients undergoing heparin therapy.
Internal site
Testing took place on the ACL ELITE, ACL Advance, and the ACL TOP. Results demonstrated the following regression analysis:
| Instrument | N | Slope | Intercept | r |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| ACL ELITE | 124 | 0.894 | 0.057 | 0.907 |
| ACL Advance | 152 | 1.067 | 0.006 | 0.946 |
| ACL TOP | 148 | 0.946 | 0.055 | 0.958 |
| Sample | Quantity |
| --- | --- |
| Normal | 49 |
| UF Heparin | 68 |
| LMW Heparin: • Fragin = 16 • Lovenox = 16 • Arixtra = 13 • Innohep = 11 | 56 |
Clinical Site #1
Testing took place on the ACL ELITE and demonstrated a regression analysis of $y = 1.0320x + 0.0389$ , $r = 0.9493$
| Sample | Quantity |
| --- | --- |
| UF Heparin | 54 |
| LMW Heparin: • Fondaparinux = 5 • Lovenox = 55 | 60 |
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A second method comparison study was performed which compared the HemosIL Liquid Heparin to the predicate on an ACL Advance using 111 patient samples tested in singlet. Regression analysis yielded a slope of 1.0069 and a y-intercept of -0.0021 with a correlation coefficient (r) of 0.9570
| Sample | Quantity |
| --- | --- |
| UF Heparin | 51 |
| LMW Heparin: • Fondaparinux = 4 • Lovenox = 56 | 60 |
Clinical Site #2
81 patients were tested in singlet using an ACL TOP. Regression analysis results showed a slope of 0.9522, and y-intercept of 0.0953 and r of 0.9776
| Sample | Quantity |
| --- | --- |
| UF Heparin | 27 |
| LMW Heparin: • Fragmin = 1 • Lovenox = 32 • Innohep = 17 • Arixtra = 4 | 54 |
b. Matrix comparison:
Not applicable
3. Clinical studies:
a. Clinical Sensitivity:
Not applicable
b. Clinical specificity:
Not applicable
c. Other clinical supportive data (when a. and b. are not applicable):
Not applicable
4. Clinical cut-off:
Not applicable
5. Expected values/Reference range:
Not applicable
N. Proposed Labeling:
The labeling is sufficient and it satisfies the requirements of 21 CFR Part 809.10.
O. Conclusion:
The submitted information in this premarket notification is complete and supports a substantial equivalence decision.
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