K093280 · Opti Medical Systems, Inc. · CHL · Jan 7, 2011 · Clinical Chemistry
Device Facts
Record ID
K093280
Device Name
OPTI CCA-TS, B-LAC CASSETTE MODEL BP7561
Applicant
Opti Medical Systems, Inc.
Product Code
CHL · Clinical Chemistry
Decision Date
Jan 7, 2011
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 862.1120
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Real-World Evidence
Real-World Evidence
Submission
Device
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RWE Use Summary
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K093280 · Jan 7, 2011
OPTI CCA-TS, B-LAC CASSETTE MODEL BP7561
Opti Medical Systems, Inc.
Remnant patient whole blood samples
Remnant clinical samples were used to perform method comparison studies to demonstrate substantial equivalence of the B-Lac cassette to the predicate device.
Method comparison; Remnant clinical samples; Clinical site testing
Clinical Evidence
Study Design
Population
Comparator
Key Endpoints
Method comparison study using remnant clinical samples
Patients requiring blood gas/lactate analysis; Number of Sites: Multiple
Legally marketed devices (predicate)
Precision and accuracy
Indications for Use
The OPTI CCA-TS B-Lac cassette is intended to be used for in vitro measurements of pH, PCO2, PO2, lactate (lactic acid), total hemoglobin (tHb), and oxygen saturation (SO2), in heparinized whole blood samples (either arterial or venous) on the OPTI CCA-TS system, in either a clinical setting or point-of-care locations. Measurements of blood gases (PCO2, PO2) and blood pH are used in the diagnosis and treatment of life-threatening acid-base disturbances. Lactate (lactic acid) measurements that evaluate the acid-base status are used in the diagnosis and treatment of lactic acidosis (abnormally high acidity of the blood). Total hemoglobin measurement is used to determine the hemoglobin content of human blood. Oxygen saturation measurement is used to determine the oxygen capacity of the hemoglobin. The OPTI CCA-TS B-Lac cassette is for prescription use only.
Device Story
OPTI CCA-TS B-Lac cassette is a single-use disposable cartridge for the OPTI CCA-TS analyzer; measures pH, PCO2, PO2, lactate, tHb, and SO2 in heparinized whole blood. Analyzer uses optical fluorescence for pH, PCO2, PO2, and lactate; laser-based optical reflectance for tHb and SO2. Lactate sensor utilizes enzymatic oxidation (lactate oxidase) over an oxygen sensor; oxygen consumption is proportional to lactate concentration. Used in clinical/point-of-care settings by healthcare professionals. System performs on-board QC and calculates results from optical data. Provides quantitative data for diagnosis/treatment of acid-base disturbances and lactic acidosis. Hardware is unchanged from previous clearances; software updated to include lactate algorithms and dry-storage sensor parameters.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical site studies conducted at multiple locations using remnant patient whole blood samples (heparinized syringes/capillary tubes). Compared OPTI CCA-TS B-Lac performance against legally marketed reference analyzers. Demonstrated precision, accuracy, and equivalence in clinical settings. Bench testing included CLSI-compliant linearity, precision, reproducibility, and interference studies.
Technological Characteristics
Single-use cassette with fluorescent optodes for pH, PO2, PCO2, and lactate; laser-based optical reflectance for tHb and SO2. Lactate sensor uses lactate oxidase enzyme layer. Dimensions: 4.7 x 14.2 x 9.1 inches (analyzer). Connectivity: Standalone. Software: Moderate level of concern. Complies with EN61010-1, FCC Class A, EN55022, EN61000-3-2/3, and EN61326-1.
Indications for Use
Indicated for in vitro measurement of pH, PCO2, PO2, lactate, tHb, and SO2 in heparinized arterial or venous whole blood samples. Used in clinical or point-of-care settings for diagnosis/treatment of acid-base disturbances and lactic acidosis. Prescription use only.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A blood gases (PCO2 , PO2 ) and blood pH test system is a device intended to measure certain gases in blood, serum, plasma or pH of blood, serum, and plasma. Measurements of blood gases (PCO2 , PO2 ) and blood pH are used in the diagnosis and treatment of life-threatening acid-base disturbances.
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# Traditional 510(k) Summary
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Date of Preparation: 20 December 2010
- 1) Applicant Name & Address OPTI Medical Systems, Inc. 235 Hembree Park Drive Roswell, GA 30076
JAN - 7 2011
# 2) Purpose for Submission:
Addition of Lactic Acid (lactate) test (Class I) to cleared OPTI CCA-TS analyzer system Modify pH, PO2, and PCO2 sensors to dry-stored type on cleared OPTI CCA-TS analyzer system
# 3) Applicant Contact
Primary Contact Person Len Owens VP Quality and Regulatory Affairs Email: len.owens@optimedical.com Office: (770) 688-1658 Fax: (770) 510-4445
### Secondary Contact Person
Paul Travers Director Research and Development Email: Paul.Travers@optimedical.com Office: (770) 688-1682 Fax: (770) 510-4445
## 4) Establishment Registration Number The establishment registration number is: 3004102403
- 5) User Fee Payment ID: MD6045790-956733
- ର୍ତ । Device Trade/Proprietary Name B-Lac cassette for OPTI CCA-TS Critical Care Analyzer system
### 7) Device Common Name
Blood analysis system - gases, pH, Lactic Acid, Hemoglobin, and Oxygen saturation
### 8) Device Classification
| Product Nomenclature | Regulation | Product<br>Code | Class | Panel |
|----------------------------------------------------|------------|-----------------|-------|-----------------|
| ACID, LACTIC, ENZYMATIC METHOD | 862.1450 | KHP | I | CHEMISTRY (75) |
| ELECTRODE, BLOOD GASES (PCO₂, PO₂) AND<br>BLOOD PH | 862.1120 | CHL | II | CHEMISTRY (75) |
| SYSTEM, HEMOGLOBIN, AUTOMATED | 864.5620 | GKR | II | HEMATOLOGY (81) |
| OXIMETER, WHOLE BLOOD | 864.7500 | GLY | II | HEMATOLOGY (81) |
# 9) Description of Device
The OPTI CCA-TS system is a portable [4.7 x 14.2 x 9.1 inches, 12 pounds], microprocessor-based instrument using optical fluorescence for the measurement blood gases, electrolytes and enzymes and utilizes a graphical touch screen interface. There is an additional laser based measurement of total hemoglobin (tHb) and SO2 capability available with any cassette that contains a pO₂ sensor.
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The OPTI CCA-TS system is currently cleared [K993837, K984299, and K974784] for the measurement of pH, PO2, PCO2, Na, K, Ca, Cl, Glucose, BUN (Urea), tHb and SO2, Measurements made on the OPTI CCA-TS system require the use of the OPTI CCA-TS analyzer, a disposable cassette containing fluorescent sensors for the measurement of the analytes (except tHb and SO2) and presentation of the blood sample for measurement of tHb and SO2 by lasers on board the CCA-TS analyzer, and software to calculate measurements from the optical data provided by the analyzer for a blood sample and perform on-board QC tests to safeguard results using known standards.
OPTI Medical has designed a lactic acid (lactate) sensor to provide lactate results when a cassette containing the lactate sensor is used with the OPTI CCA-TS analyzer. The B-Lac cassette is a disposable, single use cassette that contains four (4) sensors for in vitro measurements of pH, PCO2, PO2, and Lactate. The B-Lac cassette is sealed in a foil pouch along with a desiccant and is marked with a barcode label that includes a lot identification number, calibration information, and expiration date.
The OPTI Critical Care Analyzer (CCA-TS model) hardware is unchanged from the design described in the most recent clearance [K993837] of the device. The capacity to add analytes was part of the design since product inception and electromagnetic compatibility is unaffected. Software changes were made to add the lactate measurement algorithms and operational features for the B-Lac cassette addition.
### 10) Intended Use / Indications for Use
The OPTI CCA-TS B-Lac cassette is intended to be used for in vitro measurements of pH, PCO2, PO2, lactate (lactic acid), total hemoglobin (tHb), and oxygen saturation (SO2), in heparinized whole blood samples (either arterial or venous) on the OPTI CCA-TS system, in either a clinical setting or point-of-care locations.
Measurements of blood gases (PCO2, PO2) and blood pH are used in the diagnosis and treatment of life-threatening acid-base disturbances. Lactate (lactic acid) measurements that evaluate the acid-base status are used in the diagnosis and treatment of lactic acidosis (abnormally high acidity of the blood). Total hemoglobin measurement is used to determine the hemoglobin content of human blood. Oxygen saturation measurement is used to determine the oxygen capacity of the hemoglobin.
The OPTI CCA-TS B-Lac cassette is for prescription use only.
### 11) Substantial Equivalence
The CCA-TS B-Lac cassette is substantially equivalent in safety, function, and efficacy to several currently marketed devices already on the market known as 'Combi Analyzers' and 'Point of Care' analyzers. Specifically, the sensors in the B-Lac cassette are shown to be equivalent to the Instrument Laboratory Co. GEM Premier 4000 |K061974| for the measurement of blood gases and ph, total hemoglobin, oxygen saturation, and lactic acid. Non-clinical studies were performed to demonstrate equivalence when compared to the predicate device and to gravimetric tonometry standards for the Blood Gases (PO2, PCO2). Clinical site studies demonstrated substantial equivalence when compared to legally marketed devices in a clinical setting at multiple sites by several personnel trained to perform and report these analyses. Specimens analyzed were remnant from patient samples of whole blood collected from routine
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analysis on existing instrumentation. Samples were aspirated into the OPTI CCA-TS B-Lac cassette from both heparinized syringes and heparinized capillary tubes.
# 12) Identification of Predicate Device
| Manufacturer | Device Name | 510k Number |
|--------------------------------|------------------|-------------|
| Instrument Laboratory Co. (IL) | GEM Premier 4000 | K061974 |
# 13) Comparison with Predicate Device
OPTI CCA-TS B-Lac cassette is the device being introduced to enable the OPTI CCA-TS system to report lactate measurements and report pH, PO2, and PCO2 measurements using modified dry sensors. This table shows how the device compares to the predicate device:
| | OPTI CCA - TS B-Lactate<br>Cassette | GEM Premier 4000 | | |
|--------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------|
| 510(k) # | To be determined | K061974 | Comparison | |
| Item | Device | Predicate | | |
| Intended use | The OPTI CCA-TS B-Lac cassette is<br>intended to be used for in vitro<br>measurements of pH, pO2, pCO2,<br>lactate (lactic acid), total<br>hemoglobin (tHb), and oxygen<br>saturation (SO₂), in heparinized<br>whole blood samples (either<br>arterial or venous) on the OPTI<br>CCA-TS system, in either a clinical<br>setting or point-of-care locations. | The GEM Premier 4000 is a<br>portable system for use by health<br>care professionals to rapidly<br>analyze whole blood samples at<br>the point of health care delivery in<br>a clinical setting and in a central<br>laboratory. The instrument<br>provides quantitative<br>measurements of pH, PCO2, PO2,<br>Na+, K+, Cl-, Ca++, Glucose, Lactate<br>hematocrit, and CO-Oximetry<br>(tHb, O2Hb, COHb, MetHb, HHb)<br>parameters. | Similar | |
| Where use | Hospital | Hospital | Same | |
| Measured<br>Parameter | Lactate, pH, PCO2, PO2, tHb and<br>SO₂ | Lactate, pH, pCO2, PO2, Na, K,<br>Ca, Cl, Glu, Hct, tHb, O2Hb,<br>COHb, MetHb, HHb, Total<br>Bilirubin | Similar | |
| Calculated<br>Parameters | BE<br>HCO3-<br>BEact<br>st HCO3-<br>cH+<br>st.pH<br>SO₂(c) | ctO₂<br>PCO₂t<br>BB<br>BEecf<br>Hct(c)<br>P50 | TCO2, P/F Ratio, BE(B), pAO2,<br>BE(ecf), CaO2, tHb(c), CvO2, Ca++<br>(7.4), p50, Anion gap O2cap,<br>sO2, RI, sO2(c), CcO2, HCO3-std,<br>a-vDO2, HCO3-(c), Qsp/Qt (est),<br>A-aDO2, Qsp/Qt, paO2/pAO2,<br>Hct(c) | Similar |
| Sample Type | Whole blood (heparinized,<br>venous or arterial) | Whole blood samples | Same | |
| Reportable<br>ranges | pH: 6.6 to 7.8<br>PO2: 10-700 mmHg<br>PCO2: 10-200 mmHg<br>Lactate: 0.3 to 17.5 mmol/l<br>tHb: 5.0 - 25 g/dL | pH: 6.8 to 8.0<br>PO2: 0-800 mmHg<br>PCO2: 0-150 mmHg<br>Lactate: 0.1 to 20.0 mmol/l<br>tHb: 5.0 - 23.0 g/dL | Similar | |
| Sample | 125 µL | 65 -150 µL | Similar | |
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| | OPTI CCA - TS B-Lactate<br>Cassette | GEM Premier 4000 | | |
|-------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------|
| Volume | Test<br>consumable | One use cassette with optical<br>fluorescence multi-sensor array<br>Port for sample introduction<br>Fluid waste chamber | One use cartridge with<br>Electrochemical multi-sensor array<br>Port for sample introduction<br>Fluid waste chamber | Similar |
| Test<br>consumable<br>storage | Refrigerated storage until expiry<br>date including max 14 days at<br>room temperature. | 15-25 °C until expiry date | Similar | |
| Measurement<br>sequence | Calibrate cassette - introduce<br>sample - measure | Calibrate test cartridge - introduce<br>sample - measure | Similar | |
| Measurement<br>time | 180 sec from sample introduction | 70-95 sec | Similar | |
| Measurement<br>Temperature | 37°C | 37°C | Same | |
| Error detection | QC system to detect user errors<br>QC system for reader self check<br>QC system to detect cassette<br>non-conformance | QC system to detect user errors<br>QC system for reader self check<br>QC system to detect test cartridge<br>non-conformance | Similar | |
| Measurement<br>Principle | pH: fluorescence<br>PO2: fluorescence<br>PC02: fluorescence<br>Lactic acid - Lactate oxidase<br>based fluorescent oxygen<br>detection<br>tHb and SO2 – Optical reflectance<br>measurement. | pH: electrochemical<br>PO2: electrochemical<br>PCO2: electrochemical<br>Lactic acid - Lactate oxidase based<br>amperometric peroxide detection<br>Hematocrit and CO-Oximetry -<br>Optical measurement of<br>hemoglobin and fractional<br>derivatives of hemoglobin in lysed<br>blood | Similar | |
# 14) Technological Characteristics
# Principle of Measurement
The single use B-Lac cassette contains a port that allows the introduction of a sample to an array of sensors sealed inside the cassette. The OPTI CCA-TS analyzer aspirates the sample from a capillary tube or syringe. The sensors use fluorescence optodes to measure the intensity of light emitted from fluorescent dyes exposed to specific analytes. The concentration of the analyte is determined by the calculation of the difference in fluorescence measured at a defined calibration point and that measured with the unknown concentration of analyte. The principles of measurement of pO2, pCO2 and pH for the B-Lac cassette are similar to those used with existing cassette styles that are used on the OPTI CCA platform [K993837, K984299, and K974784].
The lactate measurement is based on the enzymatic oxidation of lactate.
Pyruvate + H2O2 L-Lactate + O2 -4 Lactate Oxidase
The sensor is constructed of an enzyme layer over an oxygen sensor. As a sample containing lactate contacts the sensor this enzymatic oxidation of the lactate consumes the oxygen locally
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present in the sensor. This decrease in oxygen is detected by the oxygen sensor. The amount of lactate is determined to be proportional to the rate at which the oxygen is consumed.
## 15) Summary of Non-Clinical Testing
#### Electrical Standards:
The cleared OPTI CCA-TS analyzer system [K993837, K984299, K974784] has been tested and found to comply with EN61010-1 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment, FCC Class A Radiated and Conducted Emissions, EN55022 Radiated and Conducted Emissions, EN61000-3-2 Quasi-Stationary Current Harmonics, EN61000-3-3 Voltage Fluctuation and Flicker Test, and EN61326-1 Electrical Equipment Electromagnetic Compatibility standards. No changes were made to the cleared analyzer system to add the B-Lac cassette so the studies cited above remain valid.
#### Performance:
In-house studies were conducted using CLSI guidelines on both aqueous controls and whole blood samples to demonstrate acceptable precision, accuracy, reproducibility, and linearity across the claimed measurement ranges with both syringe and capillary tube sampling methods. Limit of detection and interference studies were completed using CLSI standard methods and are summarized in device labeling.
The OPTI CCA-TS system is calibrated with methods traceable to NIST standards.
Stability studies were performed on the B-Lac cassette design and Instructions for use are included with the B-Lac cassette style to instruct the user of the storage and use limitations.
CCA-TS software required modification to add the lactate sensor calculations and modify the calculation parameters in algorithms for the dry storage pH, PCO2, and PO2 sensors used in the B-Lac cassette. The CCA-TS software level of concern is moderate based on an assessment of the software in its intended use using tables 1 and 2 in "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices" issued May 11, 2005. Software modifications were made, verified, and validated as outlined in the guidance document cited above.
# 16) Summary of Clinical Site Testing
Precision and accuracy of the OPTI CCA-TS system with the B-Lac cassette was verified at multiple user sites and data provided in the 510(k) demonstrates performance equivalent to marketed devices used for method comparisons. Whole blood sample discards were used by multiple clinicians and introduced to the analyzer system in both heparinized syringes and heparinized capillary tubes to demonstrate equivalence between the two sampling modes and to marketed reference analyzers.
### 17) Conclusion
Analysis of the method comparison data collected during clinical site studies for this device presented in this 510(k), together with the linearity and precision data collected during nonclinical and clinical studies demonstrates that the OPTI CCA-TS system with B-Lac cassette is safe, effective, and substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES-USA
#### Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Building 66 Silver Spring, MD 20993
OPTI Medical Systems, Inc. c/o Mr. Len Owens Vice President of Quality & Regulatory Affairs 235 Hembree Park Drive Roswell, Georgia 30076
JAN 0 7 2011
Re: k093280 Trade Name: OPTI CCA-TS B-Lac cassette
Regulation Number: 21 CFR §862.1120 Regulation Name: Blood gases (PCO2, PO2) and blood pH test system.
Regulatory Class: Close U Regulatory Class: Class II Product Codes: CHL, KHP, GKR, GLY Dated: December 21, 2010 Received: December 27, 2010
Dear Mr. Owens:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure to levice is substantially equivalent (for the in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a provisions of
approval application (PMA) - Yourse of (Act) that do not require approval of a approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in Title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Parts 800 to 895.
In addition, FDA may publich furth In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Parts 801 and 809); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (2) CFR 803); and good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820).
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Enclosure
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# Indications for Use Form
# 510(k) Number (if known): K093280
Device Name: OPTI CCA-TS B-Lac Cassette
JAN - 7 2011
Indications for Use:
The OPTI CCA-TS B-Lac cassette is intended to be used for in vitro measurements of pH, PCO2, PO2, lactate (lactic acid), total hemoglobin (tHb), and oxygen saturation (SO3), in heparinized whole blood samples (either arterial or venous) on the OPTI CCA-TS system, in either a clinical setting or point-of-care locations.
Measurements of blood gases (PCO2, PO2) and blood pH are used in the diagnosis and treatment of life-threatening acid-base disturbances. Lactate (lactic acid) measurements that evaluate the acid-base status are used in the diagnosis and treatment of lactic acidosis (abnormally high acidity of the blood). Total hemoglobin measurement is used to determine the hemoglobin content of human blood. Oxygen saturation measurement is used to determine the oxygen capacity of the hemoglobin.
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED)
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of In Vitro Diagnostic Devices (OIVD)
Carol C. Benson
Division Sign-Off Office of In Vitro Diagnostic Device Evaluation and Safety
510(k) K093280
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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.
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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.