The Tina-quant Albumin Gen. 2 assay is an immunoturbidimetric assay intended for the quantitative determination of albumin in serum, plasma, urine, and CSF on Roche/Hitachi cobas c systems. Measurement of albumin aids in the diagnosis of kidney and intestinal diseases.
Device Story
Tina-quant Albumin Gen. 2 is an in vitro diagnostic assay for quantitative albumin measurement in human urine, serum, plasma, and CSF. Used on Roche/Hitachi cobas c systems (e.g., c501), the device employs immunoturbidimetric technology. Anti-albumin antibodies react with sample antigen to form antigen/antibody complexes; agglutination is measured turbidimetrically. The system provides quantitative results to clinicians to aid in diagnosing kidney and intestinal diseases. The assay includes automated prozone/antigen excess checks to prevent false results at high albumin concentrations. Performance is validated through precision, sensitivity, and interference studies compared to predicate methods.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance validated via precision (repeatability and intermediate precision), linearity, and analytical specificity studies. Method comparison performed against predicate devices using 125 urine, 77 serum, and 85 CSF samples, showing high correlation (Pearson's r 0.992–0.999). Interference testing confirmed no significant impact from common drugs, lipemia, icterus, or hemolysis within specified limits.
Technological Characteristics
Immunoturbidimetric assay; utilizes anti-albumin antibodies. Form factor: liquid reagent kit for automated clinical chemistry analyzers (Roche/Hitachi cobas c systems). Connectivity: integrated with cobas c501 analyzer. Software: embedded firmware for instrument control and data processing. Measuring ranges: 12-400 mg/L (urine), 3-101 g/L (serum/plasma), 95-3000 mg/L (CSF).
Indications for Use
Indicated for quantitative determination of albumin in serum, plasma, urine, and CSF to aid in the diagnosis of kidney and intestinal diseases. Applicable to adults, children, and newborns.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An albumin immunological test system is a device that consists of the reagents used to measure by immunochemical techniques the albumin (a plasma protein) in serum and other body fluids. Measurement of albumin aids in the diagnosis of kidney and intestinal diseases.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 866.9.
Predicate Devices
Hitachi Tina Quant microalbumin urine assay (k932950)
Behring N Antiserum to Human Albumin Nephelometric method (k972929)
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510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION
DECISION SUMMARY
ASSAY ONLY TEMPLATE
A. 510(k) Number:
k101203
B. Purpose for Submission:
New device
C. Measurand:
Albumin (microalbumin) in serum, plasma, urine, and CSF
D. Type of Test:
Quantitative, immunoturbidimetric
E. Applicant:
Roche Diagnostics
F. Proprietary and Established Names:
Tina-quant albumin gen 2
G. Regulatory Information:
1. Regulation section:
21 CFR 866.5040, Albumin immunological test system
2. Classification:
Class II
3. Product code:
DCF
4. Panel:
Immunology (82)
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H. Intended Use:
1. Intended use(s):
Refer to indications for use, below.
2. Indication(s) for use:
The Tina-quant Albumin Gen. 2 assay is an immunoturbidimetric assay intended for the quantitative determination of albumin in serum, plasma, urine, and CSF on Roche/Hitachi cobas c systems. Measurement of albumin aids in the diagnosis of kidney and intestinal diseases.
3. Special conditions for use statement(s):
For prescription use only
4. Special instrument requirements:
Roche/Hitachi cobas c 501 analyzer
I. Device Description:
The Tina-quant Albumin Gen. 2 assay consists of three reagents:
R1 TRIS buffer: 50 mmol/L, pH 8.0; PEG: 4.2 %; EDTA: 2.0 mmol/L; preservative
R2 Polyclonal anti-human albumin antibodies (sheep); TRIS buffer: 100 mmol/L, pH 7.2; preservative
R3 Reagent for antigen excess check. Albumin in diluted serum (human); NaCl: 150 mmol/L; phosphate buffer: 50 mmol/L, pH 7.0; preservative
The calibrator is C.f.a.s. PUC (cleared under k050026) and the recommended control materials are Precinorm / Precipath PUC (cleared under k050026) and Precinorm / Precipath Protein (cleared under k981401). The calibrator and controls are sold separately.
J. Substantial Equivalence Information:
1. Predicate device name(s):
Hitachi Tina Quant microalbumin urine assay (urine)
Behring N Antiserum to Human Albumin Nephelometric method (urine, serum, CSF)
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2. Predicate 510(k) number(s):
k932950
k972929
3. Comparison with predicate:
| Urine Matrix Similarities | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate k932950 |
| Indications for Use | Same | Quantitative measurement of albumin in urine. Measurement of albumin aids in the diagnosis of kidney and intestinal diseases. |
| Assay Type | Same | Immunoturbidimetric |
| Measuring Range | 12 – 400 mg/L | 3 mg/L up to the value of the highest calibrator |
| Detection limit | Limit of Blank (LoB) 2 mg/L Limit of Detection (LoD) 3 mg/L Limit of Quantitation (LoQ) 12 mg/L | Lower Detection Limit = 3 mg/L |
| Urine Matrix Differences | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate k932950 |
| Analyzers | Roche/Hitachi cobas c 501 analyzer | Hitachi 747 analyzer |
| Calibrator | C.f.a.s. (Calibrator for Automated Systems) PUC (Proteins in Urine/CSF) | Microalbumin calibrators (included in kit) |
| Calibration Frequency | Calibrate after reagent lot change and as required following quality control procedures | Perform full calibration every two weeks |
| Reagent Stability | On-board in use: 12 weeks at 2-8°C | On-board in use: 4 weeks at 2-12°C |
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| Serum and Plasma Matrices Similarities | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate k972929 |
| Indications for Use | Same | Quantitative measurement of albumin in serum, CSF, and urine. Measurement of albumin aids in the diagnosis of kidney and intestinal diseases. |
| Assay Type | Same | Immunoturbidimetric |
| Analytical Specificity | No interference was found at common therapeutic concentrations using common drug panels. | No interference from commonly used drugs is known. |
| Serum and Plasma Matrices Differences | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate k972929 |
| Sample Type | Serum and Plasma: Li-heparin and K2-EDTA | Serum |
| Analyzers | Roche/Hitachi cobas c 501 analyzer | BN Systems |
| Calibrator | C.f.a.s. (Calibrator for Automated Systems) PUC (Proteins in Urine/CSF) | N Protein Standard SL (human) |
| Calibration Frequency | Same | After each reagent lot change and as required following quality control procedures. |
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| CSF Matrix Similarities | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate k972929 |
| Indications for Use | Same | Quantitative measurement of albumin in serum, CSF, and urine. Measurement of albumin aids in the diagnosis of kidney and intestinal diseases. |
| Assay Type | Same | Immunoturbidimetric |
| Analytical Specificity | No interference was found at common therapeutic concentrations using common drug panels. | No interference from commonly used drugs is known. |
| CSF Matrix Differences | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate k972929 |
| Analyzers | Roche/Hitachi cobas c 501 analyzer | BN Systems |
| Calibrator | C.f.a.s. (Calibrator for Automated Systems) PUC (Proteins in Urine/CSF) | N Protein Standard SL (human) |
| Measuring Range | 95 - 3000 mg/L | Reference curves are generated by multi-point calibration. Serial dilutions on N Protein Standard SL are automatically prepared by the instrument using N Diluent. |
| Detection limits | LoB: 2 mg/dL LoD: 3.6 mg/dL LoQ: 9.5 mg/dL | Established by the lower limit of the reference curve |
# K. Standard/Guidance Document Referenced (if applicable):
- CLSI EP5-A2, Evaluation of Precision Performance of Clinical Chemistry Devices; Approved Guideline - $2^{\text{nd}}$ edition
- CLSI EP6, Evaluation of the Linearity of Quantitative Measurement Procedures: A Statistical Approach
- CLSI EP17-A, Protocols for Determination of Limits of Detection and Limits
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of Quantitation; Approved Guideline
# L. Test Principle:
The Roche Tina-quant Albumin Gen 2 assay is an immunoturbidimetric assay for the quantitative in vitro determination of albumin in human serum, plasma, urine and CSF on the Roche/Hitachi cobas c 501 analyzer. The test principle is a particle enhanced immunoturbidimetric assay. Human albumin (the antigen) agglutinates with latex particles coated with anti-albumin antibodies. The precipitate is determined turbidimetrically following agglutination.
# M. Performance Characteristics (if/when applicable):
# 1. Analytical performance:
# a. Precision/Reproducibility:
# Urine Assay
This data was collected as follows:
Specimen description: urine controls and human urine
Number of analyzers: one
Number of days/replicants: one triplicate run per day for 21 days
Lots of product used: one
Number of calibrations: one
Operators: one
Repeatability
| Sample type | Urine Control | Urine Control | Human Urine | Human Urine |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| n | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 |
| mean | 30.7 | 108.3 | 14.3 | 252.1 |
| SD | 0.24 | 0.79 | 0.22 | 4.11 |
| CV (%) | 0.8 | 0.7 | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Intermediate Precision (Between Day)
| Sample type | Urine Control | Urine Control | Human Urine | Human Urine |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| n | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 |
| mean | 31.3 | 104.2 | 13.5 | 60.7 |
| SD | 0.50 | 1.11 | 0.34 | 1.42 |
| CV (%) | 1.6 | 1.1 | 2.5 | 2.3 |
Intermediate Precision (Total)
| Sample type | Urine Control | Urine Control | Human Urine | Human Urine |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| N | 63 | 63 | 63 | 63 |
| total mean | 31.2 | 104.5 | 13.6 | 60.6 |
| total SD | 0.5 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 1.4 |
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| total CV (%) | 1.7 | 1.2 | 2.8 | 2.3 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
## Serum/Plasma Assay
This data was collected as follows:
- Specimen description: serum controls and human serum
- Number of analyzers: one
- Number of days/replicants: one triplicate run per day for 21 days
- Lots of product used: one
- Number of calibrations: one
- Operators: one
## Repeatability
| Sample type | Control | Control | Human Serum | Human Serum |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| N | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 |
| Mean | 39.9 | 66.6 | 27.6 | 62.5 |
| SD | 0.5 | 1.4 | 0.3 | 0.9 |
| CV (%) | 1.2 | 2.1 | 1.3 | 1.5 |
## Intermediate Precision (Between Day)
| Sample type | Control | Control | Human Serum | Human Serum |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| N | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 |
| Mean | 41.9 | 71.2 | 7.4 | 36.3 |
| SD | 0.5 | 1.3 | 0.1 | 0.7 |
| CV (%) | 1.3 | 1.8 | 1.4 | 2.0 |
## Intermediate Precision (Total)
| Sample type | Control | Control | Human Serum | Human Serum |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| N | 63 | 63 | 63 | 63 |
| total mean | 42.3 | 70.5 | 7.8 | 36.2 |
| total SD | 0.9 | 1.6 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| total CV (%) | 2.0 | 2.2 | 9.5 | 2.1 |
## CSF Assay
This data was collected as follows:
- Specimen description: CSF controls and human CSF
- Number of analyzers: one
- Number of days/replicants: one triplicate run per day for 21 days
- Lots of product used: one
- Number of calibrations: one
- Operators: one
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Repeatability
| Sample type | Control | Human CSF | Human CSF | Control |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| N | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 |
| Mean | 99.2 | 173.9 | 382.7 | 454.3 |
| SD | 1.39 | 2.96 | 3.72 | 3.63 |
| CV (%) | 1.40 | 1.70 | 0.97 | 0.80 |
Intermediate Precision (Between Day)
| Sample type | Control | Control | Human CSF | Human CSF |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| N | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 |
| Mean | 92.4 | 392 | 163 | 365 |
| SD | 1.61 | 5.16 | 2.53 | 3.17 |
| CV (%) | 1.7 | 1.3 | 1.5 | 0.9 |
Intermediate Precision (Total)
| Sample type | Control | Control | Human CSF | Human CSF |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| N | 63 | 63 | 63 | 63 |
| total mean | 91.0 | 389 | 166 | 366 |
| Total SD | 2.9 | 6.5 | 3.8 | 4.8 |
| total CV (%) | 3.2 | 1.7 | 2.3 | 1.3 |
b. Linearity/assay reportable range:
To evaluate linearity, the sponsor analyzed dilutions of urine, serum, and CSF. The diluent used was NaCl. Albumin levels were measured and the recovered value was compared to the theoretical value. Pure samples (0% and 100%) were run n=6, with mean measured value reported. Diluted samples were run n=3 with mean measured values reported. The concentrations tested spanned the measuring range for each analyzer / matrix combination. Data were calculated per EP6 guidelines. The linearity data were analyzed with regards to linear, quadratic and cubic polynomials. A linearity check was performed with a first order (linear) regression and then with higher order models (quadratic and cubic). None of the higher order models were significant.
Linear regressions were as follows:
Urine:
Slope: 0.9962 (95% CI 0.99 to 1.00)
Intercept: 0.6942 (95% CI -0.60 to 1.99)
Correlation Coefficient: 0.999
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Serum/Plasma:
Slope: 1.0129 (95% CI 0.99 to 1.03)
Intercept: -0.3664 (95% CI -1.47 to 0.74)
Correlation Coefficient: 0.997
CSF:
Slope: 0.9933 (95% CI 0.984 to 1.00)
Intercept: 5.5101 (95% CI -3.66 to 14.68)
Correlation Coefficient: 0.999
The claimed measuring ranges for the assay are:
**Urine**
12 - 400 mg/L
**Serum/Plasma**
3 - 101 g/L
**CSF**
95 - 3000 mg/L
The extended measuring range using automated rerun with dilution was validated by performing an experiment comparing the instrument auto-rerun result with a simple manual dilution. Two cobas c501 analyzers were used per experiment. Three samples were manually diluted in triplicate per analyzer. Sample medians were compared to the instrument auto-rerun results.
Recoveries were as follows:
Urine matrix: 102 – 109 %
Serum/plasma matrix: 93 – 105 %
CSF matrix: 103 – 106 %
A known high-dose hook effect occurs with the Urine and CSF applications. Due to the antigen excess check reagent R3, no unflagged high-dose hook effect will occur up to an albumin concentration of 40,000 mg/L for urine samples and 30,000 mg/L for CSF samples. The high dose hook effect and the correct flagging were tested with 2 serially spiked samples under customer conditions on the cobas c501 analyzer.
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Note: analyte concentrations that would cause a hook effect in serum or plasma are outside of the physiological range and were not tested.
c. Traceability, Stability, Expected values (controls, calibrators, or methods):
The C.f.a.s. PUC calibrator, Precinorm PUC/Precipath PUC and Precinorm Protein/Precipath Protein controls are traceable to the reference preparation IRMM (Institute for Reference Materials and Measurements) BCR470/CRM470 (RPPHS - Reference Preparation for Proteins in Human Serum).
d. Detection limit:
The analytical limits at low levels are as follows:
Urine:
- Limit of Blank 2 mg/L
- Limit of Detection 3 mg/L
- Limit of Quantitation 12 mg/L
Serum/Plasma:
- Limit of Blank 1 mg/L
- Limit of Detection 2 mg/L
- Limit of Quantitation 3 mg/L
CSF:
- Limit of Blank 20 mg/L
- Limit of Detection 36 mg/L
- Limit of Quantitation 95 mg/L
e. Analytical specificity:
The effects of endogenous interference on the quantitation of albumin were determined for serum/plasma, urine and CSF sample types. Pooled human serum, urine and CSF samples were spiked with varying levels of interferents. The resulting sample series (ten dilution steps per samples) were tested in triplicate and the median values used to calculate recovery, by comparing the measured albumin concentration to the expected albumin concentration (which is the albumin concentration when no interferent was added). Significant interference was considered present if the % recovery exceeded +/- 10% of the expected 100% recovery.
**Serum/Plasma Results:**
Lipemia: No interference was observed up to the highest L index value tested which was 1852. The L index corresponds to turbidity. The device labeling claims no interference at an Intralipid concentration of approximately 1500 mg/dL.
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Icterus: No interference was observed for unconjugated bilirubin I index levels up to 64. No interference was observed for conjugated bilirubin I index levels up to 74. The I Index Value corresponds to approximately 1 mg/dL bilirubin.
Hemolysis: No interference was observed up to the highest H index value tested which is 1077. The H Index Value corresponds approximately to 1 mg/dL hemoglobin.
Rheumatoid factor: No effect was observed up to the highest concentration tested, which was 1392 IU/mL.
In very rare cases gammopathy, in particular type IgM (Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia), may cause unreliable results.
## Urine Results:
Icterus: No conjugated bilirubin interference was observed up to an I index of 52. The I Index Value corresponds to approximately 1 mg/dL bilirubin.
Hemolysis: No hemolysis interference was observed up to an H index of 487. The H Index Value corresponds approximately to 1 mg/dL hemoglobin
No interference was seen with the following compounds/concentrations:
acetone ≤ 60 mmol/L
ammonium chloride ≤ 0.11 mol/L (≤6 g/L)
calcium ≤ 40 mmol/L
creatinine ≤ 0.18 mol/L (20 g/L)
γ-globulin ≤ 500 mg/L
glucose ≤ 0.19 mol/L (35.0 g/L)
urea ≤ 0.8 mol/L
uric acid ≤ 5.95 mmol/L (1.2 g/L)
urobilinogen ≤ 378 μmol/L (200 mg/L)
## CSF results
The sponsor defined significant interference when the recovery was greater than ± 10 % of initial value at an albumin concentration of 240 mg/L (3.65 μmol/L, 24 mg/dL).
Hemolysis: No significant interference up to an H index of 1131.
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The H Index Value corresponds approximately to 1 mg/dL hemoglobin
Icterus: No bilirubin interference was observed up to an I index of 66. The I Index Value corresponds to approximately 1 mg/dL bilirubin.
Due to the antigen excess check reagent R3 no unflagged high-dose hook effect will occur up to an albumin concentration of 30000 mg/L (456 μmol/L, 3000 mg/dL).
Commonly used drugs were added to native patient samples and analyzed for potential interference. Thirteen commonly used drugs were tested with the urine application and 18 commonly used drugs were tested with the serum/plasma application. Each drug was added in two defined concentrations and the resulting samples were measured in triplicate using the cobas c501 analyzer. Drug interference testing was performed with urine and serum samples. The median value is compared to the reference value (albumin sample with no drug added) and the deviation from the reference value is calculated. Significant interference was defined as +/- 10% deviation from the reference value observed with the lower drug concentration.
No interference was found at therapeutic concentrations of the following drugs in urine:
- Acetaminophen
- N-Acetyl cysteine
- Salicyluric Acid
- Ascorbic Acid
- Calciumdobesilate
- Na2-Cefoxitin
- Gentamycin Sulfate
- Ibuprofen
- Levodopa
- Methyldopa
- Ofloxacin
- Phenzopyridine
- Doxycyclin
No interference was found at therapeutic concentrations of the following drugs in serum:
- Acetylcystein
- Ampicillin – Na
- Ascorbic acid
- Ca - Dobesilate
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Cyclosporine
Cefoxitin
Heparin
Intralipid
Levodopa
Methyldopa
Metronidazole
Phenylbutazone
Doxycyclin
Acetylsalicylic acid
Rifampicin
Acetaminophen
Ibbrofen
Theophylline
Due to the antigen excess check reagent R3, no unflagged high-dose hook effect will occur up to an albumin concentration of 40000 mg/L (608 µmol/L).
In very rare cases gammopathy, in particular type IgM (Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia), may cause unreliable results.
f. Assay cut-off:
Not applicable.
2. Comparison studies:
a. Method comparison with predicate device:
All samples were tested by the new and comparator method and there were no retests or discards. One sample was taken per patient and measured in singlicate for each Method Comparison listed below. Simple linear regression produced the following:
Urine Matrix
Method Comparison #1: the urine application was compared to the Hitachi Microalbumin assay:
n = 125
y = 1.028x - 4.13
(Pearson's r) = 0.999
Sample concentration range: 12.3 – 386 mg/L
Serum/Plasma Matrix
Method Comparison #1: the serum/plasma application was compared to the Behring nephelometric N Antiserum to Human Albumin assay:
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n = 77 serum samples
y = 0.96x - 0.01
(Pearson's r) = 0.993
Sample concentration range: 5.7 – 100 g/L
## CSF Matrix
Method Comparison #1: the CSF application was compared to the Behring nephelometric N Antiserum to Human Albumin assay:
n = 85
y = 0.99x + 0.30
(Pearson's r) = 0.992
Sample concentration range: 115 – 2640 mg/L
## b. Matrix comparison:
To validate the use of additional samples types, 75 parallel samples were collected in serum, Lithium Heparin plasma and K₂ EDTA plasma tubes. In addition, 59 serum samples were tested with gel separators. Each plasma sample was compared to the respective serum samples. The samples tested had concentrations from 11.1 g/L to 84.5 g/L. Including all matrices, recoveries ranged from 92% to 108%.
## 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:
Urine:
2nd morning urine¹:
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Adults:
< 20 mg albumin/g creatinine or
< 2.26 g (34.35 μmol) albumin/mol creatinine
Children (3-5 years)²:
< 20 mg/L (0.304 μmol/L, 2 mg/dL) albumin
< 37 mg albumin/g creatinine
24-hour urine³:
< 20 mg/L (0.304 μmol/L, 2 mg/dL)
< 30 mg/24 h (0.456 μmol/24 h)
## Serum/Plasma:
Reference Range Study⁴:
Adults: 3.56-4.61 g/dL (35.6-46.1 g/L; 541-701 μmol/L)
Consensus Values⁵:
Adults: 3.5-5.2 g/dL (35-52 g/L; 532-790 μmol/L)
Reference Intervals according to Tietz⁶:
Newborns 0-4d: 2.8-4.4 g/dL (28-44 g/L; 426-669 μmol/L)
Children 4d-14yr: 3.8-5.4 g/dL (38-54 g/L; 578-821 μmol/L)
Children 14-18yr: 3.2-4.5 g/dL (32-45 g/L; 486-684 μmol/L)
## CSF:
Albumin in CSF⁷:
3 months to 4 years: < 45 mg/dL
(< 6.84 μmol/L; < 450 mg/L)
> 4 years 10–30 mg/dL
(1.52–4.56 μmol/L; 100–300 mg/L)
1. Hofmann W, Guder WG. A diagnostic program for quantitative analysis of proteinuria. J Clin Chem Clin Biochem 1989;27:589-600.
2. Hubbuch A. Results of a multicenter study of provisional reference ranges for albumin in urine of children and adults. Roche publication.
3. Hasslacher CH. Aid Endokrin Stoffw 1989;10:60-63.
4. Junge W, Bossert-Reuther S, Klein G et al. Reference Range Study for serum Albumin using different methods; Clin Chem Lab Med 2007; 45, Special Supplement, pp 194, June 2007 Poster EUROMEDLAB 2007.
5. Dati F, Schumann G, Thomas L et al. Consensus of a group of professional societies and diagnostic companies on guidelines for interim reference ranges for 14 proteins in serum based on the standardization against the IFCCIBCRICAP reference material (CRM 470).
6. Burtis CA, Ashwood ER, Bruns DE (eds.). Tietz Textbook of Clinical
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Chemistry and Molecular Diagnostics, 4th ed Philadelphia, Pa: WB Saunders, 2006:549.
7. Tietz NW, ed. Clinical Guide to Laboratory Tests, 3rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: WB Saunders Company 1995:24.
**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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Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
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.