K110056 · Axis-Shield Poc AS · LCP · Feb 15, 2011 · Hematology
Device Facts
Record ID
K110056
Device Name
AFINION ANALYZER
Applicant
Axis-Shield Poc AS
Product Code
LCP · Hematology
Decision Date
Feb 15, 2011
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 864.7470
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer is a compact multi-assay analyzer for point-of-care testing, designed to analyze the Afinion™ Test Cartridges. The Afinion™ Data Connectivity Converter (ADCC) is a small device for automatic transfer of data. including patient and control assay results, from the Afinion™ Analyzer to a laboratory information system or another electronic journal system. Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer System, consisting of Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer with Afinion™ Data Connectivity Converter (ADCC), Afinion™ Test Cartridges and Afinion™ Controls is for in vitro diagnostic use only. Afinion™ HbAIc is an in-vitro diagnostic test for quantitative determination of glycated hemoglobin (% hemoglobin Alc. % HbA Ic) in human whole blood. The measurement of % HbA Ic is recommended as a marker of long-term metabolic control in persons with diabetes mellitus. Afinion™ HbA Ic Controls have been designed for use with the Afinion™ ASI00 Analyzer System. Quality control using the Afinion™ HbA Ic Control should be done to confirm that the Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer System is working properly and provides reliable result. The Afinion™ ACR assay is an in vitro diagnostic test for quantitative determination of albumin, creatinine and albumin/creatinine ratio (ACR) in human urine using the Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer. The measurement of urine albumin, creatinine and albumin/creatinine ratio, aids in the early diagnosis of nephropathy. The Afinion™ ACR Control kit contains liquid preparations of albumin and creatinine in citrate buffer. The controls should be used to confirm that the Afinion™ ASI00 Analyzer System is working properly and provides reliable results.
Device Story
Afinion AS100 Analyzer is a compact point-of-care multi-assay system. The Afinion Data Connectivity Converter (ADCC) is an accessory added to the analyzer to enable automatic data transfer. The ADCC extracts patient and control assay results from the analyzer, converts the proprietary protocol into standardized HL7 or ASTM formats, and forwards data via Ethernet to a laboratory information system (LIS) or electronic journal system. The device provides user feedback via LEDs and includes a web interface for configuration and software upgrades. It is intended for use by healthcare professionals in clinical settings. The system benefits patients by facilitating efficient, automated integration of diagnostic test results into electronic health records, supporting clinical decision-making for diabetes and nephropathy management.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Verification and validation activities were performed according to the design plan, including software code reviews, software module testing, and functional testing. The device was tested for conformity with electrical safety (IEC 61010-1, 61010-2-081, 61010-2-101) and electromagnetic compatibility (EN 61326-1, EN 61326-2-6, FCC Part 15) standards.
Technological Characteristics
The ADCC is an external hardware accessory for the Afinion AS100 Analyzer. It features Ethernet connectivity for data transmission, LED status indicators, and a web-based interface for configuration and software updates. It supports HL7 and ASTM communication protocols. The system complies with IEC 61010-1, IEC 61010-2-081, IEC 61010-2-101, and EN 61326 series standards.
Indications for Use
Indicated for point-of-care quantitative determination of HbA1c in human whole blood for long-term metabolic control monitoring in patients with diabetes mellitus, and for quantitative determination of albumin, creatinine, and albumin/creatinine ratio in human urine to aid in early diagnosis of nephropathy.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A glycosylated hemoglobin assay is a device used to measure the glycosylated hemoglobins (A1a , A1b , and A1c ) in a patient's blood by a column chromatographic procedure. Measurement of glycosylated hemoglobin is used to assess the level of control of a patient's diabetes and to determine the proper insulin dosage for a patient. Elevated levels of glycosylated hemoglobin indicate uncontrolled diabetes in a patient.
Predicate Devices
Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer (k050574)
Reference Devices
Afinion™ ACR and Afinion™ ACR Control (k072409)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# FEB 15 2011
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Axis-Shicld PoC AS Part of the Axis-Shield Group
> Postal address: P.O.Box 6863 Rodeløkka N-0504 Oslo, Norway Visiting address: Kielsåsveien 161 N-0884 Oslo, Norway Tel: +47 24 05 60 00 Fax: +47 24 05 GO 10 www.axis-shield-poc.com Bank account: 6003 06 59883
## Special 510(k) Summary
This summary of 510(k) safety and efficacy information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92.
The assigned 510(k) number is: 1110056
| Submission type: | 510 (k) Special; modification of a previously cleared device |
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| Submitter/Owner: | Axis-Shield PoC AS<br>P.O. Box 6863 Rodelokka, N-0504 Oslo, Norway |
| Contact person: | Ms. Kari Skinnemoen, Regulatory Affairs Manager<br>E-mail: kaskin@axis-shield.com |
| Preparation date: | 6 January 2011 |
Proprietary and Established Names of Previously Cleared Device:
Afinion™ AS 100 Analyzer Afinion™ HbAlc Afinion™ HbAlc Controls
#### Regulatory Information of Previously Cleared Device
510(k) no .: k050574 Device Classification: Class I, II Product Codes: JQT, LCP, JJX CLIA complexity: Waived
Regulatory Information of Other Cleared Device applicable to this Submission 510(k) no .: k072409 Trade/Device Name: Afinion™ ACR and Afinion™ ACR Control Device Classification: Class II Product Codes: JFY, JIR, JJY
## Intended use/Indications for Use of Previously Cleared Device (k050574)
Afinion™ ASI00 Analyzer System, consisting of Afinion™ ASI00 Analyzer, Afinion™ Test Cartridges and Afinion™ Controls is for in-vitro diagnostic use only. Afinion™ ASI00 Analyzer is a compact multi-assay analyzer for point-of-care testing, designed to analyze the Afinion™ Test Cartridges.
Afinion™ HbA Ic is an in-vitro diagnostic test for quantitative determination of glycated hemoglobin (% hemoglobin A 1c, % HbA 1c) in human whole blood. The measurement of % HbA 1c is recommended as a marker of long-term metabolic control in persons with
Axis-Shield PoC AS, Special 510(k) Summary, dated 6 January 2011
ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 Certified
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diabetes mellitus.
Afinion™ HbA1c Controls have been designed for use with the Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer System. Quality control using the Afinion™ HbA Ic Control should be done to confirm that the Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer System is working properly and provides rcliable result
#### Description of Device Modification:
The Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer is equipped with a new component/accessory: A finion™ Data Connectivity Converter (ADCC). The ADCC is only for use together with the Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer.
The ADCC is a small device for automatic transfer of data, including patient and control assay results, from the Afinion™ Analyzer to a laboratory information system (LIS) or another electronic journal system. It converts the format of the results from the proprietary Afinion™ Analyzer protocol to a standardized protocol (HL7 or ASTM). The main functionality for software contained in the Afinion™ Data Connectivity Converter is to:
- . Extract test result data from the Afinion™A\$100 Analyzer
- . Convert the transmission format to a configurable standard protocol and forward the result data on Ethernet
- Provide user feedback on LEDs .
- Provide user interface for configuration and software upgrade through a web . interface
- Provide functionality to reset device to default/factory software status. .
#### Comparison Information:
Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer equipped with Afinion™ Data Connectivity Converter (ADCC) is substantial equivalent to the predicate device: Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer. There is no change in indication/intended use, fundamental scientific technology, analytical performance or safety of the Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer System, consisting of Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer, Afinion™ Test Cartridges and Afinion™ Controls.
#### Design Control Activities
Level of concern: moderate. The software device is an accessory/component to a medical device that has a moderate level of concern (Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer).
Hazards analysis has been performed during development regarding installation and operation of Afinion™ Data Connectivity Converter together with the Afinion AS100 Analyzer addressing risks for patient, operator and environment. No hazards have been assessed to have unacceptable risk.
The design development and the verification/validation have been performed according to the Design Plan. Software code reviews, software module testing and functional testing have been performed. Based on the results the Afinion™ Data Connectivity Converter is considered to be in agreement with design input/design specifications.
Axis-Shield PoC AS, Special 510(k) Summary, dated 6 January 2011
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## Safety standards for clectrical equipment for laboratory and IVD use
Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer equipped with Afinion™ Data Connectivity Converter has been tested and found to be in conformity with IEC, UL, CAN/CSA-C22.2: 61010-1 "Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use", IEC 61010-2-081 "Particular requirements for automatic and semi-automatic laboratory equipment for analysis and other purposes" and IEC 61010-2-101 "Particular requirements for in vitro diagnostic (IVD) medical equipment".
### Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards
Afinion™ ASI00 Analyzer equipped with Afinion™ Data Connectivity Converter has been tested and found to be in conformity with EN 61326-1:2006 "Electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use - EMC requirements", EN 61326-2-6:2006 "In vitro diagnostic (IVD) medical equipment" and CFR 47: Telecommunications, Chapter I- FCC Part 15 - Radio Frequency Devices - Subpart B: unintentional radiators (2009).
## Labeling
The labeling is updated by providing instructions for installation and use of the Afinion™ Data Connectivity Converter in a separate User Manual, and by placing the ETL mark on the label, stating compliance with relevant safety standards for electrical equipment for laboratory use.
Axis-Shield PoC AS, Special 510(k) Summary, dated 6 January 2011
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20993
**FEB 15 2011**
Axis Shield PoC AS c/o Ms. Kari Skinnemoen Regulatory Affairs Manager PO Box 6863 Rodelokka, Oslo, N-0504, Norway
k110056 Re: K110050
Trade Name: Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer
Trade Name: Afinion™ AS1000647479 Frade Name: amber: 21 CFR §864.7470 Regulation Number: 21 Orlogel Hemoglobin Assay Regulatory Class: Class II Regulatory Class. Class If
Product Codes: LCP, JQT, JJX, JIR, JFY, JJY, and DCK Dated: January 6, 2011 Received: January 10, 2011
Dear Ms. Skinnemoen:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the We have reviewed your Section 5 IU(K) prematics is substantially equivalent (for
device referenced above and have determined the legally market predicate devices device referenced above and have deternment the arelly morbed in observed at devices
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You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html.
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Courtney Harper, Ph.D. Director Division of Chemistry and Toxicology Office of In Vitro Diagnostic Device Evaluation and Safety Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use Form
510(k) Number (if known): k110056 Device Name: Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer
Indications for Use:
Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer is a compact multi-assay analyzer for point-of-care testing, designed to analyze the Afinion™ Test Cartridges. The Afinion™ Data Connectivity Converter (ADCC) is a small device for automatic transfer of data. including patient and control assay results, from the Afinion™ Analyzer to a laboratory information system or another electronic journal system.
Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer System, consisting of Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer with Afinion™ Data Connectivity Converter (ADCC), Afinion™ Test Cartridges and Afinion™ Controls is for in vitro diagnostic use only.
Afinion™ HbAIc is an in-vitro diagnostic test for quantitative determination of glycated hemoglobin (% hemoglobin Alc. % HbA Ic) in human whole blood. The measurement of % HbA Ic is recommended as a marker of long-term metabolic control in persons with diabetes mellitus.
Afinion™ HbA Ic Controls have been designed for use with the Afinion™ ASI00 Analyzer System. Quality control using the Afinion™ HbA Ic Control should be done to confirm that the Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer System is working properly and provides reliable result.
The Afinion™ ACR assay is an in vitro diagnostic test for quantitative determination of albumin, creatinine and albumin/creatinine ratio (ACR) in human urine using the Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer. The measurement of urine albumin, creatinine and albumin/creatinine ratio, aids in the early diagnosis of nephropathy.
The Afinion™ ACR Control kit contains liquid preparations of albumin and creatinine in citrate buffer. The controls should be used to confirm that the Afinion™ ASI00 Analyzer System is working properly and provides reliable results.
Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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