MEG-2 BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM, MEG-2 50'S TEST STRIP, MEG-2 CONTROL SOLUTION
Applicant
Apex BioTechnology Corp.
Product Code
CGA · Clinical Chemistry
Decision Date
Aug 31, 2011
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 862.1345
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
MEG-2 Blood Glucose Monitoring System: The MEG-2 Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from the fingertips, forearm, or palm. Testing is done outside the body (In Vitro diagnostic use). It is indicated for lay use by people with diabetes, as an aid to monitoring levels in Diabetes Mellitus and should only be used by a single patient. This system should not be shared. It is not indicated for the diagnosis or screening of diabetes or for neonatal use. Alternative site testing can be used only during steady-state blood glucose conditions. MEG-2 Blood Glucose Test Strips: The MEG-2 Blood Glucose Test Strips are to be used with the MEG-2 Blood Glucose Meter to quantitatively measure glucose in capillary whole blood taken from fingertips, palm, or forearm. It is for use outside of the body (in vitro diagnostic use). The MEG-2 Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems are plasma-calibrated for easy comparison to lab results. They are intended for lay use by people with diabetes and should only be used by a single patient. This system should not be shared. They are not indicated for the diagnosis or screening of diabetes or for neonatal use. MEG-2 Glucose Control Solution: The MEG-2 Glucose Control Solutions are used with the MEG-2 and MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems to indicate appropriate user technique and to indicate that the test strip and meter are functioning properly.. MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System: The MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from the fingertips, forearm, or palm. Testing is done outside the body (In Vitro diagnostic use). It is indicated to be use for multiple patients in a clinical setting by healthcare professionals, as an aid to monitoring levels in Diabetes Mellitus. This system is only used with single-use, auto-disabling lancing device. It is not indicated for the diagnosis or screening of diabetes or for neonatal use. Alternative site testing can be used only during steady-state blood glucose conditions. MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Test Strips: The MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Test Strips are to be used with the MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Meter; it measures glucose in capillary whole blood taken from a fingertip, palm, or forearm. It is for use outside of the body (in vitro diagnostic use). It is indicated in a clinical setting to be used for multiple patients by healthcare professionals. This system is only used with single-use auto-disabling lancing device
Device Story
System uses electrochemical biosensor technology with glucose oxidase to measure glucose in capillary whole blood (fingertip, palm, forearm). Capillary action draws blood into test strip chamber; meter displays result in 6 seconds. MEG-2 intended for single-patient home use; MEG-2 Multi intended for multi-patient clinical use with auto-disabling lancing devices. Healthcare providers/patients use results to monitor diabetes mellitus. System includes meter, test strips, and control solutions for performance verification. Disinfection protocols validated for multi-patient use. Provides 7-, 14-, and 30-day averages; stores 300 results.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Precision studies (within-run and between-run) performed over 20 days. Linearity evaluated across 15-610 mg/dL range (R^2 > 0.998). Accuracy compared to YSI reference method (N=111 samples); 100% of results within ±15 mg/dL for <75 mg/dL and within ±15% for ≥75 mg/dL. Lay-user study confirmed accuracy across finger, palm, and forearm sites. Interference testing performed for various substances. Robustness testing confirmed performance after 1,825 (home) and 10,950 (clinical) disinfection cycles.
Technological Characteristics
Glucose test system; electrochemical sensing. Features 3-button interface, battery-powered. Test strips include automatic calibration code detection. Control solutions contain red dye. Software performs quantitative glucose measurement.
Indications for Use
Indicated for people with diabetes (lay use) or multiple patients in clinical settings (professional use) to monitor blood glucose levels. Not for diagnosis/screening of diabetes or neonatal use. Alternative site testing restricted to steady-state conditions.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A glucose test system is a device intended to measure glucose quantitatively in blood and other body fluids. Glucose measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of carbohydrate metabolism disorders including diabetes mellitus, neonatal hypoglycemia, and idiopathic hypoglycemia, and of pancreatic islet cell carcinoma.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is solely intended for use as a drink to test glucose tolerance, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 862.9.
Predicate Devices
GlucoSure STAR meter and test strips
Contrex Plus glucose control solutions
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION
DECISION SUMMARY
ASSAY AND INSTRUMENT COMBINATION TEMPLATE
A. 510(k) Number:
k101204
B. Purpose for Submission:
New device
C. Measurand:
Capillary whole blood glucose
D. Type of Test:
Quantitative, amperometric assay, glucose oxidase
E. Applicant:
Apex Biotechnology Corporation
F. Proprietary and Established Names:
MEG-2 Blood Glucose Monitoring System
MEG-2 Blood Glucose Test Strips
MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System
MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Test Strips
MEG-2 Glucose Control Solution
G. Regulatory Information:
1. Regulation section:
21 CFR 862.1345, Glucose test system
21 CFR 862.1660, Quality Control Material (assayed and unassayed)
2. Classification:
Class II, Class I (reserved)
3. Product code:
NBW, System, Test, Blood Glucose, Over The Counter
CGA, Glucose Oxidase, Glucose
JJX, Quality Control Material
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4. Panel:
Clinical Chemistry (75)
H. Intended Use:
1. Intended use(s):
See Indications for Use below.
2. Indications(s) for use:
MEG-2 Blood Glucose Monitoring System
The MEG-2 Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from the fingertips, forearm, or palm. Testing is done outside the body (In Vitro Diagnostic use). It is indicated for lay use by people with diabetes, as an aid to monitoring levels in Diabetes Mellitus and should only be used by a single patient. This system should not be shared. It is not indicated for the diagnosis or screening of diabetes or for neonatal use. Alternative site testing can be used only during steady-state blood glucose conditions.
MEG-2 Blood Glucose Test Strips
The MEG-2 Blood Glucose Test Strips are to be used with the MEG-2 Blood Glucose Meter; it measures glucose in capillary whole blood taken from a fingertip, palm, or forearm. It is for use outside of body (in vitro diagnostic use). It is intended for lay use by people with diabetes and should only be used by a single patient. This system should not be shared. They are not indicated for the diagnosis or screening of diabetes or for neonatal use.
MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System
The MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood sample drawn from the fingertips, forearm, or palm. Testing is done outside the body (In Vitro Diagnostic use). It is indicated to be used for multiple patients in a clinical setting by healthcare professionals, as an aid to monitoring levels in Diabetes Mellitus. This system is only used with single-use, auto-disabling lancing device. It is not indicated for the diagnosis or screening of diabetes or for neonatal use. Alternative site testing can be used only during steady-state blood glucose conditions.
MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Test Strips
The MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Test Strips are to be used with the MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Meter; it measures glucose in capillary whole blood taken from a fingertip, palm, or forearm. It is for use outside of body (in vitro diagnostic use). It indicated in a clinical setting to be used for multiple patients by healthcare professionals. This system is only used with single-use, auto-disabling lancing device.
MEG-2 Glucose Control Solution
The MEG-2 Glucose Control Solutions are used with the MEG-2 and MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems to indicate appropriate user technique and to indicate
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that the test strip and meter are functioning properly.
3. Special conditions for use statement(s):
- For Over the Counter use
- Not intended for use on neonates
- Not for the diagnosis of or screening for diabetes mellitus
- Not to be used for patients who are dehydrated, hypotensive, in shock, critically ill or in a hyperosmolar state
- Allows testing on the fingertip, palm, or forearm.
- Alternative site testing can be used only during steady-state blood glucose conditions
- Alternative site testing (AST) should not be used to calibrate continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) nor for use in insulin dose calculations.
4. Special instrument requirements:
- The MEG-2 Blood Glucose Meter, The MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Meter
- Disposable, single use lancing devices are used with the MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Meter
I. Device Description:
The MEG-2 Blood Glucose Monitoring System consists of the MEG-2 Blood Glucose Meter, MEG-2 Blood Glucose Test strips, and three levels of control solution (Low, Level 1, and Level 2). It is used for testing of blood glucose by self-testers at home.
The MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System consists of the MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Meter, MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Test strips, and three levels of control solution (Low, Level 1, and Level 2). It is used for testing of blood glucose by professional testers in healthcare facilities.
The MEG-2 Blood and MEG-2 Multi Glucose Monitoring Systems are based on an electrochemical biosensor technology (electrochemical) and the principle of capillary action. Capillary action at the end of the test strip draws the blood into the action chamber and the blood glucose result is displayed in 6 seconds. The control solutions are used to test the performance of the device.
The differences between the MEG-2 Blood Glucose Monitoring System and the MEG-2 Multi Monitoring Blood Glucose Monitoring System are labeling, which includes disinfection instructions for using the device in multiple patient use settings, and lancing devices. MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System uses the single use, auto-disabling lancing device and the MEG-2 Blood Glucose Monitoring System uses the adjustable height lancing device.
J. Substantial Equivalence Information:
1. Predicate device name(s):
- GlucoSure STAR Blood Glucose Monitoring System
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Contrex Plus Low Control Solution
Contrex Plus Level 1 and Level 2 Control Solutions
2. Predicate 510(k) number(s):
k073648, k100747, k062799
3. Comparison with predicate:
| Item | Candidate Devices
MEG-2 Blood Glucose Meter
MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Meter | Predicate
(k073648)
GlucoSure STAR
Blood Glucose
Monitoring System |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Indications for use | The MEG-2 and MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems are intended for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood taken from fingertips, palm, or forearm. Testing is done outside the body (In Vitro Diagnostic use). The MEG-2 and MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems are plasma-calibrated for easy comparison to lab results.
The MEG-2 is indicated for lay use by people with diabetes as an aid to monitoring levels in Diabetes Mellitus and should only be used on a single patient.
The MEG-2 Multi is indicated for a clinical setting to be used by multiple patients by healthcare professionals, as an aid to monitoring levels in Diabetes Mellitus. | Same |
| Test Principle | Electrochemical biosensor with carbon electrodes that measures current produced by a chemical reaction | Same |
| Enzyme | Glucose oxidase | Same |
| Sample Type | Fresh capillary whole blood | Same |
| Sample Site | Fingertip, the palm, the forearm | Same |
| Memory feature | 300 measurement results with blood and control tests | Same |
| Day average | 7-, 14-, 30- day average glucose result | Same |
| Speaking function | No | Same |
| Measuring time | 6 sec | Same |
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| Item | Candidate Devices
MEG-2 Blood Glucose Meter
MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Meter | Predicate
(k073648)
GlucoSure STAR
Blood Glucose
Monitoring System |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Measurement range | 20-600 mg/dL | Same |
| Sample Volume | 1μL | Same |
| Meter dimensions (mm) | 105(L)x53(W)x15(H) mm | 90(L)x53(W)x20(H) mm |
| Weight (g) | 67 g | 80 g |
| Test strip | MEG-2 Test Strip
MEG -2 Multi Test Strip | GlucoSure STAR
Test Strip |
| Autocoding | Yes | No |
| Item | Candidate Device
MEG-2 Glucose Control Solutions | Predicate (k100747 – Contrex Plus Low Control Solution and k062799- Contrex Plus Level 1 and Level 2 Control Solutions) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Indications for use | The MEG-2 Glucose Control Solutions are used with the MEG-2 and MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems to indicate appropriate user technique and to indicate that the test strip and meter are functioning properly. | Same |
| Test System | MEG-2 and MEG-2 Multi | GlucoSure STAR (Low) and GlucoTrack (Level 1 and 2) |
| Analyte | D-glucose | Same |
| Matrix | aqueous | Same |
| Color | Red dye | Transparent |
| Number of Levels and Target Ranges | 3 Levels
Low: (34-64 mg/dL)
Level 1: (88-120 mg/dL)
Level 2: (176-238 mg/dL) | Same (total)
Low: (40-70 mg/dL)
Level 1: (87-131 mg/dL)
Level 2: (186-280 mg/dL) |
| Stability | Unopened (Shelf): 21 months at 15-30°C
Opened: 3 months (90 days) at 15-30°C | Unopened (Shelf): 24 months at 15-30°C
Opened: 3 months (90 days) at 15-30°C |
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K. Standard/ Guidance Document Referenced (if applicable):
- ISO15197:2003- In vitro diagnostic test systems – Requirements for blood-glucose monitoring systems for self-testing in managing diabetes mellitus.
- CLSI EP6-A: Evaluation of the Linearity of Quantitative Measurement Procedures: A Statistical Approach
- EN 55011 ISM RF Equipment. Electromagnetic disturbance characteristics. Limits and methods of measurement
- IEC/EN 60601-1: Medical electrical equipment Part 1. General requirements for safety, 2001.
- IEC 61010-2: Safety particular requirements for IVD medical equipment, 2002.
- 61000-3-2 EMC – Part 3-2: Limits – Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current ≤ 16 A per phase).
- 61000-3-3 EMC-Part 3-3: Limits-Limitation, v flucts/flicker public low-v supp systs equip w rated current ≤ 16A per phase
- 61326-1 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use – EMC requirements – part 1: General requirements
- 61326-2-6 Electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use – EMC requirements – Part 2-6: Particular requirements – IVD medical equipment
- 61010-1 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use – Part 1: General requirements
- 61010-2-101 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use – Part 2-101: Particular requirements – IVD medical equipment
L. Test Principle:
The test is based on electrochemical biosensor technology and the principle of capillary action. The electrical current generated by the reaction of glucose with the reagent of the strip is measured by the meter and is displayed as the corresponding blood glucose level. The strength of the current produced by the reaction depends on the amount of glucose in the blood sample.
M. Performance Characteristics (if/when applicable):
1. Analytical performance: The MEG-2 and the MEG-2 Multi are the same meters use the same test strips, however, they have separate names because of the different indications for use.
a. Precision/Reproducibility:
Within-run and between-run precision studies were performed. For the within-run precision studies, 10 replicates of each of 5 spiked venous whole blood glucose
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levels, were analyzed using 10 meters, and 3 lots of test strips. These tests were performed every day for 20 days. Results are summarized below.
| | Test Strip Lot 1 | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Samples | Mean | SD | % CV |
| Interval 1 30-50 mg/dL | 42 | 2.97 | -- |
| Interval 2 51-100 mg/dL | 80 | 2.94 | 3.7 |
| Interval 3 111-150 mg/dL | 129 | 3.40 | 2.6 |
| Interval 4 151-250 mg/dL | 202 | 4.83 | 2.4 |
| Interval 5 251-400 mg/dL | 320 | 6.10 | 1.9 |
| | Test Strip Lot 2 | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Samples | Mean | SD | % CV |
| Interval 1 30-50 mg/dL | 42 | 3.30 | -- |
| Interval 2 51-100 mg/dL | 80 | 2.59 | 3.1 |
| Interval 3 111-150 mg/dL | 129 | 3.71 | 2.9 |
| Interval 4 151-250 mg/dL | 201 | 4.70 | 2.4 |
| Interval 5 251-400 mg/dL | 320 | 5.93 | 1.9 |
| | Test Strip Lot 3 | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Samples | Mean | SD | % CV |
| Interval 1 30-50 mg/dL | 42 | 2.78 | -- |
| Interval 2 51-100 mg/dL | 81 | 2.51 | 3.0 |
| Interval 3 111-150 mg/dL | 129 | 3.67 | 2.8 |
| Interval 4 151-250 mg/dL | 201 | 4.88 | 2.5 |
| Interval 5 251-400 mg/dL | 320 | 6.49 | 2.0 |
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A between-run precision study consisting of 10 replicates per day, for 20 days using each of 5 spiked venous whole blood glucose levels and 3 glucose control solutions, Low, Level 1, and Level 2 was conducted. Each sample was tested using 10 meters and 3 lots of test strips. Results are summarized below.
| | Test Strip Lot 1 | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Samples | Mean | SD | % CV |
| Interval 1
30-50 mg/dL | 42 | 1.29 | -- |
| Interval 2
51-100 mg/dL | 80 | 1.46 | 1.8 |
| Interval 3
111-150 mg/dL | 129 | 1.11 | 0.9 |
| Interval 4
151-250 mg/dL | 202 | 2.03 | 1.0 |
| Interval 5
251-400 mg/dL | 320 | 1.54 | 0.5 |
| Control
Low
(50 mg/dL) | 49 | 0.57 | -- |
| Control
Level 1
(100 mg/dL) | 104 | 1.57 | 3.5 |
| Control
Level 2
(200 mg/dL) | 206 | 2.44 | 1.2 |
| | Test Strip Lot 2 | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Samples | Mean | SD | % CV |
| Interval 1
30-50 mg/dL | 42 | 1.15 | -- |
| Interval 2
51-100 mg/dL | 80 | 1.65 | 2.0 |
| Interval 3
111-150 mg/dL | 129 | 1.21 | 0.9 |
| Interval 4
151-250 mg/dL | 201 | 2.39 | 1.2 |
| Interval 5
251-400 mg/dL | 320 | 1.48 | 0.5 |
| Control
Low | 50 | 0.81 | -- |
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| (50 mg/dL) | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Control Level 1 (100 mg/dL) | 104 | 1.42 | 3.5 |
| Control Level 2 (200 mg/dL) | 207 | 1.92 | 0.9 |
| | Test Strip Lot 3 | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Samples | Mean | SD | % CV |
| Interval 1
30-50 mg/dL | 42 | 1.28 | -- |
| Interval 2
51-100 mg/dL | 81 | 1.43 | 1.8 |
| Interval 3
111-150 mg/dL | 129 | 1.10 | 0.9 |
| Interval 4
151-250 mg/dL | 201 | 2.03 | 1.0 |
| Interval 5
251-400 mg/dL | 320 | 1.69 | 0.5 |
| Control
Low
(50 mg/dL) | 50 | 0.74 | -- |
| Control
Level 1
(100 mg/dL) | 103 | 1.75 | 3.5 |
| Control
Level 2
(200 mg/dL) | 207 | 2.17 | 1.0 |
b. Linearity/assay reportable range:
Linearity was evaluated using 3 lots of test strips, 10 MEG-2 blood glucose meters, and 8 venous whole blood samples with glucose levels ranging from 15-610 mg/dL, obtained by spiking pooled venous blood with a glucose solution. Each glucose level was analyzed 40 times over 3 test strip lots. Linear regression analysis for each test strip lot compared to the YSI resulted in:
$$
y = 0.9948x + 0.0568; R^2 = 0.9988 \text{ for Test Strip Lot 1}
$$
$$
y = 0.9879x + 1.0573; R^2 = 0.9986 \text{ for Test Strip Lot 2}
$$
$$
y = 0.9976x + 0.3156; R^2 = 0.9989 \text{ for Test Strip Lot 3}
$$
The claimed range of measurement for this device is 20 to 600 mg/dL.
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c. Traceability, Stability, Expected values (controls, calibrators, or methods):
Three levels of control material, MEG-2 Glucose Control Solution Low (34-64 mg/dL), MEG-2 Control Solution Level 1 (88-120 mg/dL) and MEG-2 Control Solution Level 2 (176-238 mg/dL), are available for use with this test system. The glucose standard set NERL 1343 was used to trace the analyte of the control solutions. The NERL 1343 standard is traceable to the NIST glucose standard. All three levels are provided with the meters of this submission.
Shelf life and open vial stability were evaluated through real-time studies at 30°C and 80% humidity using 3 lots of each control solution. The results support a 21 month shelf life and the 90 day open vial stability claims. Real-time stability studies for shelf-life of the control solutions are ongoing.
The recommended storage temperature for control solutions is 15 to 30°C and below 80% humidity. The recommended storage temperature for the test strips is 39 to 86°F (6 months).
d. Detection limit:
The reportable range is 20 to 600 mg/dL based on linearity/reportable range studies above (section M.1.b.).
e. Analytical specificity:
The sponsor tested substances for interference using 1 lot of test strips (10 test strips per interferent level), 10 meters, and 3 levels of glucose (achieved by adjusting human venous blood glucose levels to the ranges of 50-70, 110-130, and 300-330 mg/dL). Samples were then spiked with the following interfering substances. Each sample was analyzed 10 times. The labeling states that elevated concentration of L-DOPA (>1.5 mg/dL), ibuprofen (>40 mg/dL), tolazamide (>60 mg/dL), ascorbic acid (>5.0 mg/dL), fructose (>15 mg/dL), uric acid (>15 mg/dL), cholesterol (>400 mg/dL), bilirubin conjugated (>15 mg/dL), bilirubin unconjugated (>25 mg/dL), and triglyceride (>2000 mg/dL), and methyl-dopa (>7.5 mg/dL) may affect test results. The following table lists the concentrations of each substance at which no significant interference (≤10%) was detected:
| Interfering Substance | Therapeutic/ Physiological Levels (mg/dL) | Test Levels (mg/dL) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Acetaminophen | 1 – 3 | 10 and 20 |
| Tolbutamide | 5.4 – 10.8 | 10 and 64 |
| Dopamine | 0.03 | 0.05 and 0.1 |
| Salicylic acid | 10 – 30 | 40 and 65 |
| Methyl-Dopa | 1 – 7.5 | 7.5 and 15.0 |
| Tetracycline | 0.2 – 0.5 | 0.5 and 1.5 |
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| Ephedrine | 0.014 | 0.02 and 0.05 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mannitol | 10 | 15 and 30 |
| Mannose | 1.2 | 2.0 and 4.0 |
| Sorbitol | 0.05 | 0.1 and 0.2 |
| Maltose | -- | 20 and 50 |
| EDTA | -- | 1x and 5x |
| Lactose | -- | 10 and 25 |
| Heparin | -- | 1x and 5x |
| Maltotriose | -- | 120 and 240 |
| Maltotetraose | -- | 60 and 120 |
| Xylitol | 0.02 | 0.05 and 0.1 |
| Xylose | -- | 10 and 20 |
| Hemoglobin | 100 - 200 | 100 and 200 |
| Creatinine | 0.6 – 1.3 | 2.0 and 5.0 |
| Galactose | < 5 | 10 and 15 |
f. Assay cut-off: Not Applicable.
2. Comparison studies:
a. Method comparison with predicate device:
Reference Method Comparison:
The sponsor performed a system accuracy evaluation comparing the MEG-2 to YSI. Healthcare professionals tested 111 capillary samples in 6 concentration categories (55-80, 81-120, 121-200, 201-300, 301-400, and $>400$ mg/dL) per strip, using 8 meters and 3 lots of test strips using the MEG-2 meter and the YSI (the reference method). Eight additional glycolyzed samples were also tested to obtain concentrations $< 55$ mg/dL and one sample was spiked to obtain an additional concentration $>400$ mg/dL. Results are summarized below.
For glucose concentrations $< 75\mathrm{mg / dL}$
| within ± 5 mg/dL | within ± 10 mg/dL | within ± 15 mg/dL |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 16/22 (73%) | 21/22 (96%) | 22/22 (100.0%) |
For glucose concentrations $\geq 75\mathrm{mg / dL}$
| within ± 5 % | Within ± 10 % | within ± 15 % | within ± 20 % |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 65/98 | 95/98 | 98/98 | 98/98 |
| (66%) | (97%) | (100.0%) | (100.0%) |
Linear Regression Analysis:
| Comparison | N | Slope and y-intercept | R2 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| MEG-2 vs. YSI | 120 | Y = 1.0246x -3.027 | 0.992 |
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b. Matrix comparison:
Not applicable. Capillary whole blood is the only indicated matrix.
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):
Fingerstick and Alternative Site Testing Comparison Studies:
The sponsor performed a lay-user study where accuracy of the device was tested using 111 fingerstick samples obtained by the lay-user and 111 samples per each alternative site (the palm and the forearm) obtained by the lay-user. Participants, who were able to read the User's Manual in English, were instructed to read the manual and perform testing on the finger and then the alternative sites. A technician collected capillary blood for measurements on YSI. Results were obtained for each of the alternative sites. Samples ranged from 55 to $474\mathrm{mg / dL}$ . Results are summarized below.
For glucose concentrations $< 75\mathrm{mg / dL}$
| Sites | within ± 5 mg/dL | within ± 10 mg/dL | within ± 15 mg/dL |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Finger | 6/14 (43%) | 13/14 (93%) | 14/14 (100.0%) |
| Palm | 4/14 (29%) | 9/14 (64%) | 14/14 (100.0%) |
| Forearm | 2/14 (14%) | 10/14 (71%) | 14/14 (100.0%) |
For glucose concentrations $\geq 75\mathrm{mg / dL}$
| Site | Within ± 5 % | within ± 10 % | within ± 15 % | within ± 20 % |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Finger | 55/97 (57%) | 86/97 (89%) | 96/97 (99%) | 97/97 (100.0%) |
| Palm | 51/97 (51.2%) | 84/97 (87%) | 96/97 (99%) | 97/97 (100.0%) |
| Forearm | 45/97 (46%) | 84/97 (87%) | 96/97 (99%) | 97/97 (100.0%) |
Linear Regression Analysis:
| Comparison | N | Slope and y-intercept | R2 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Finger vs. YSI | 111 | Y = 1.0143x -4.4601 | 0.987 |
| Palm vs. YSI | 111 | Y = 0.9947x- 4.3049 | 0.985 |
| Forearm vs. YSI | 111 | Y = 0.9945x -1.9052 | 0.983 |
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4. Clinical cut-off:
Not Applicable.
5. Expected values/Reference range:
| Time of day | Range, Non-diabetes |
| --- | --- |
| Before meals | Less than 100 mg/dL |
| After meals | Less than 140 mg/dL |
The sponsor references: American Diabetes Association. Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes, Diabetes Care. 2010;33:S11-S61.
N. Instrument Name:
The MEG-2 Blood Glucose Meter and the MEG-2 Multi Blood Glucose Meter
O. System Description:
1. Modes of Operation:
Each test strip is single use and must be replaced with a new strip for additional readings.
Does the applicant’s device contain the ability to transmit data to a computer, webserver, or mobile device?:
Yes ☐ or No ☑
Does the applicant’s device transmit data to a computer, webserver, or mobile device using wireless transmission?:
Yes ☐ or No ☑
2. Software:
FDA has reviewed applicant’s Hazard Analysis and software development processes for this line of product types:
Yes ☑ or No ☐
The applicant has provided documentation that indicates the device was designed and developed under good software life-cycle processes.
3. Specimen Identification:
There is no sample identification function with this device. Samples are applied directly to the test strip as they are collected.
4. Specimen Sampling and Handling:
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This device is intended to be used with capillary whole blood from the finger, palm, and forearm. Since the whole blood sample is applied directly to the test strip there are no special handling or storage issues.
5. Calibration:
The meter is a non-coding meter, therefore no coding is required by the user.
6. Quality Control:
The sponsor manufactures three levels of glucose control solution, Low, Level 1, and Level 2 to be used with the MEG-2 glucose monitoring systems. These control solutions must be purchased separately and are not provided with the device kits. Instructions for how to purchase the control solution are provided in the user manuals. To perform a control test the user is instructed to press the down or up buttons while the blood drop symbol is flashing. The "ctl" symbol will then appear on the display. An acceptable range for each control level is printed on the test strip vial label. If the control values fall outside these ranges, the user is referred to the user manual and customer support for problems and more information
P. Other Supportive Instrument Performance Characteristics Data Not Covered In the "Performance Characteristics" Section above:
1. The device is intended for single-patient (MEG-2) or healthcare professional use (MEG-2 Multi). Disinfection studies were performed on the MEG-2 meter and lancet device by outside commercial laboratory testing services to determine the disinfection efficacy of the meter and lancing device to the recommended cleaning and disinfection protocol, and its effectiveness in preventing the spread of bloodborne pathogens, particularly hepatitis B virus (HBV). Dispatch Hospital Cleaner Disinfectant Towels with Bleach disposable wipes (EPA Reg. No: 56392-8) were validated, demonstrating complete inactivation of live virus for use with the meter and lancing device. The sponsor also conducted robustness studies and demonstrated that there was no change in performance or in the external materials of the meter and lancing device after 1,825 cleaning and disinfection cycles to simulate 5 years of use by lay-users and after 10,950 cleaning and disinfection cycles to simulate 3 years of use by healthcare professionals. Each robustness cycle tested consisted of one pre-clean wipe and one disinfecting wipe.
2. The effect of different hematocrit levels was evaluated with 3 lots of test strips using 10 test strips at each of 5 concentration ranges of glucose (30-50, 51-120, 121-170, 250-350, 451-550 mg/dL). The glucose samples were prepared from venous blood samples at 5 hematocrit levels at approximately 30, 35, 43, 50 and 55%. In total 750 measurements were made and each of the results compared to the value obtained from the same plasma glucose concentration obtained by YSI. The % individual bias did not exceed ± 15% for all glucose concentrations within the hematocrit claimed range of 30 to 55%.
3. The effect of altitude was evaluated at five whole blood samples with glucose concentrations ranging from 50 to 600 mg/dL, testing at sea level and 3150 meters
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(10,334 feet above sea level). Each glucose concentration was measured 20 times at each altitude. The bias was calculated relative to YSI at sea level and at 3150 meters. The results demonstrate that the system meets the acceptance criteria for testing at altitudes up to 3,150 meters (10,334 feet above sea level) with biases less than ± 10% to YSI for all glucose concentrations.
4. The sponsor performed temperature and humidity studies at the combined extremes of 10°C/RH: 22%, 40°C/RH: 22%, 10°C/RH: 90%, and 40°C/RH: 90%, with venous blood samples (50-400 mg/dL) that demonstrated that the MEG-2 and MEG-2 Multi meters can be used at temperatures of 50 to 104°F (10 to 40°C) and 22% to 90% relative humidity.
5. The sponsor provided a readability study and obtained Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level Scores of 8.1, 8.2, and 8.1 for the MEG-2 test strip insert, MEG-2 Multi test strip insert, and the control solutions insert, respectively. Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level Scores of 7.2 and 7.5 were obtained for the MEG-2 User's Manual and MEG-2 Multi User's Manual, respectively.
6. The sponsor stated that they conformed to the following guidelines and provided the appropriate documentation to demonstrate compliance:
- IEC/EN 60601-1-2: Medical electrical equipment, Part 2. Electromagnetic compatibility, 2007.
- EN 61000-3-2: Medical electrical equipment Part 2. Electromagnetic compatibility, 2006.
- EN 61000-3-3: Medical electrical equipment Part 3. Electromagnetic compatibility, 2008.
- EMC testing was evaluated and certified by QuieTek of Taiwan (R.O.C.) and a letter of attestation was issued to Apex Biotechnology Corp. on March 30, 2010.
Q. Proposed Labeling:
The labeling is sufficient and does satisfy the requirements of 21 CFR Part 809.10.
R. Conclusion:
The submitted information in this premarket notification is complete and supports a substantial equivalence decision.
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Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
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1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
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.