POLY-CHEM 90 ALBUMIN, BUN, CALCIUM, CARBON DIOXIDE, CREATININE, AND TOTAL PROTEIN TESTS
Applicant
Polymedco, Inc.
Product Code
CIX · Clinical Chemistry
Decision Date
Sep 8, 2011
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 862.1035
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The Poly-Chem 90 Albumin test system is an in vitro diagnostic procedure intended to measure the albumin concentration in human serum on the Poly-Chem 90 analyzer. Albumin measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous diseases involving primarily the liver or kidneys. The Poly-Chem 90 BUN test system is an in vitro diagnostic procedure intended to measure urea nitrogen (an end-product of nitrogen metabolism) in human serum on the Poly-Chem 90 analyzer. Measurements obtained by this device are used in the diagnosis and treatment of certain renal and metabolic diseases. The Poly-Chem 90 Calcium test system is an in vitro diagnostic procedure intended to measure the total calcium level in human serum on the Poly-Chem 90 analyzer. Calcium measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of parathyroid disease, a variety of bone diseases, chronic renal disease and tetany (intermittent muscular contractions or spasms). The Poly-Chem 90 Carbon Dioxide test system is an in vitro diagnostic procedure intended to measure bicarbonate/carbon dioxide in human serum on the Poly-Chem 90 analyzer. Bicarbonate/carbon dioxide measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous potentially serious disorders associated with changes in body acid-base balance. The Poly-Chem 90 Creatinine test system is an in vitro diagnostic procedure intended to measure creatinine levels in human serum on the Poly-Chem 90 analyzer. Creatinine measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of renal diseases, in monitoring renal dialysis, and as a calculation basis for measuring other urine analytes.
Device Story
Poly-Chem 90 test system consists of reagents for measuring albumin, BUN, calcium, carbon dioxide, and creatinine in human serum; intended for use on the Poly-Chem 90 analyzer. Device functions as an in vitro diagnostic tool in clinical laboratory settings. Analyte concentrations are measured via chemical reaction on the analyzer; results are provided to clinicians to aid in diagnosis and management of renal, hepatic, metabolic, and bone-related diseases. System provides quantitative data to support clinical decision-making regarding patient metabolic status and organ function.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance validated via precision (intra-assay and inter-assay), linearity, limit of detection (LoB/LoD/LoQ), and endogenous interference studies (hemoglobin, bilirubin, triglyceride). Method comparison performed against predicate Poly-Chem 180 analyzer using 43-50 patient serum samples per analyte; Passing-Bablok regression showed high correlation (r > 0.99) and slopes near 1.0.
Technological Characteristics
Quantitative photometric assays. Reagents include buffers, enzymes (urease, GLDH, PEPC, MDH), and chromogens (bromocresol green, O-cresolphthalein complexone, picric acid). Analyzed on Poly-Chem 90 instrument. Traceable to NIST/DA470 reference materials. Complies with CLSI EP5-A2, EP6-A, and EP17-A guidelines.
Indications for Use
Indicated for quantitative measurement of albumin, BUN, calcium, carbon dioxide, and creatinine in human serum to aid in diagnosis/treatment of liver, kidney, metabolic, parathyroid, and acid-base disorders. For prescription use only.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An albumin test system is a device intended to measure the albumin concentration in serum and plasma. Albumin measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous diseases involving primarily the liver or kidneys.
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# 510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION DECISION SUMMARY ASSAY ONLY TEMPLATE
A. 510(k) Number:
k110818
B. Purpose for Submission:
New device
C. Measurand:
Albumin, BUN, Calcium, Carbon Dioxide, Creatinine
D. Type of Test:
Quantitative, Photometry
E. Applicant:
Polymedco, Inc.
F. Proprietary and Established Names:
Poly-Chem 90 Albumin, Poly-Chem 90 BUN, Poly-Chem 90 Calcium, Poly-Chem 90 Carbon Dioxide, Poly-Chem 90 Creatinine
G. Regulatory Information:
| Product Code | Name and Regulation Section | Class | Panel |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CIX | Albumin test system 21 CFR 862.1035 | II | 75 Clinical Chemistry |
| CDQ | Urea Nitrogen test system 21 CFR 862.1770 | II | 75 Clinical Chemistry |
| CIC | Calcium test system 21 CFR 862.1145 | II | 75 Clinical Chemistry |
| KHS | Bicarbonate/carbon dioxide test system 21 CFR 862.1160 | II | 75 Clinical Chemistry |
| CGX | Creatinine Test System 21 CFR 862.1225 | II | 75 Clinical Chemistry |
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H. Intended Use:
1. Intended use(s):
See indications for use below.
2. Indication(s) for use:
The Poly-Chem 90 Albumin test system is an in vitro diagnostic procedure intended to measure the albumin concentration in human serum on the Poly-Chem 90 analyzer. Albumin measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous diseases involving primarily the liver or kidneys.
The Poly-Chem 90 BUN test system is an in vitro diagnostic procedure intended to measure urea nitrogen (an end product of nitrogen metabolism) in human serum on the Poly-Chem 90 analyzer. Measurements obtained by this device are used in the diagnosis and treatment of certain renal and metabolic diseases.
The Poly-Chem 90 Calcium test system is an in vitro diagnostic procedure intended to measure the total calcium level in human serum on the Poly-Chem 90 analyzer. Calcium measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of parathyroid disease, a variety of bone diseases, chronic renal disease and tetany (intermittent muscular contractions or spasms).
The Poly-Chem 90 Carbon Dioxide test system is an in vitro diagnostic procedure intended to measure bicarbonate/carbon dioxide in human serum on the Poly-Chem 90 analyzer. Bicarbonate/carbon dioxide measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous potentially serious disorders associated with changes in body acid-base balance.
The Poly-Chem 90 Creatinine test system is an in vitro diagnostic procedure intended to measure creatinine levels in human serum on the Poly-Chem 90 analyzer. Creatinine measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of renal diseases, in monitoring renal dialysis, and as a calculation basis for measuring other urine analytes.
3. Special conditions for use statement(s):
For prescription use only.
4. Special instrument requirements:
Poly-Chem 90 Analyzer (k090703)
I. Device Description:
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Albumin consists of the following in vitro diagnostic reagents: Succinate buffer; pH 4.2, Bromocresol green, Brij 35 and methylisothiazolon as a preservative.
BUN consists of the following in vitro diagnostic reagents: R1-Coenzyme, Capso Buffer, pH 9.65 and NADH. R2-Enzymes/Substrate, Bicine Buffer, Urease, GLDH and α-oxoglutarate.
Calcium consists of the following in vitro diagnostic reagents: R1-Buffer, Ethanolamine Buffer. R2-Chromogen, O-Cresolphthalein complexone, 8-Hydroxyquinoline and Hydrochloric Acid.
Carbon Dioxide consists of the following in vitro diagnostic reagents: Phosphoenolpyruvate (PEP), NADH analog, Phosphoenolpyruvate Carboxylase (PEPC), and Malate Dehydrogenase (MDH)
Creatinine consists of an R1 and an R2 reagent. R1 reagent contains Sodium Hydroxide, R2 reagent contains Picric Acid.
## J. Substantial Equivalence Information:
1. Predicate device name(s)
Poly-Chem Albumin, Poly-Chem BUN, Poly-Chem Calcium, Poly-Chem Carbon Dioxide, and Poly-Chem Creatinine
2. Predicate 510(k) number(s)
k020852, previously cleared as: Randox Albumin (k984494), Randox BUN (k923506), Randox Calcium (k000375), Randox Carbon Dioxide (k951221), Randox Creatinine (k973993)
3. Comparison with predicate:
| Similarities and Differences Albumin | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device
Poly-Chem 90 Albumin | Predicate
Poly-Chem Albumin |
| Intended Use | For the quantitative in vitro determination of Albumin in serum. | Same |
| Sample Type | Serum | Serum and Plasma |
| Measuring range | 0.2 – 5.0 mg/dL | 0.47 – 5.0 mg/dL |
| Storage/stability | Stable until expiration date when stored at 15-25°C. On-board stability is 30 days at 10°C. | Same |
| Analyzer | Poly-Chem 90 | Poly-Chem 180 |
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| Similarities and Differences BUN | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | DevicePoly-Chem 90 BUN | PredicatePoly-Chem BUN |
| Intended Use | For the quantitative in vitro determination of blood urea nitrogen in serum | Same |
| Sample Type | Serum | Serum, plasma, urine |
| Measuring Range | 5.5 – 160.1 mg/dL | 4.1 - 142 mg/dL |
| Storage/stability | R1 reagent - Stable until expiration date when stored at 2-8°C. Once opened reagent is stable for 30 days on board the analyzer at 10°C.R2 reagent- Stable until expiration date when stored at 2-8°C. Once opened the reagent is stable for 28 days on board the analyzer at 10°C. | Same |
| Analyzer | Poly-Chem 90 | Poly-Chem 180 |
| Similarities and Differences Calcium | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | DevicePoly-Chem 90 Calcium | PredicatePoly-Chem Calcium |
| Intended Use | For the quantitative in vitro determination of the total Calcium in serum. | Same |
| Sample Type | Serum | Serum and Urine |
| Measuring Range | 0.7 – 20.0 mg/dL | 0.76 – 20.04 mg/dL |
| Storage/Stability | Stable until expiration when stored at 15 - 25°C. Once opened the reagent is stable for 28 days on board the instrument at 10°C. | Same |
| Analyzer | Poly-Chem 90 | Poly-Chem 180 |
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| Similarities and Differences Carbon Dioxide | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device
Poly-Chem 90 Carbon Dioxide | Predicate
Poly-Chem Carbon Dioxide |
| Intended Use | For the quantitative in vitro determination of Carbon Dioxide in serum. | Same |
| Sample Type | Serum | Serum and Plasma |
| Measuring Range | 5-49 mmol/L | 2.9 – 50 mmol/L |
| Storage/Stability | Stable until expiration date on the label when unopened and stored at 2-8°C. | Same |
| Analyzer | Poly-Chem 90 | Poly-Chem 180 |
| Similarities and Differences Creatinine | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device
Poly-Chem 90 Creatinine | Predicate
Poly-Chem Creatinine |
| Intended Use | For the quantitative in vitro determination of Creatinine in serum. | Same |
| Sample Type | Serum | Serum and urine |
| Measuring Range | 0.3 – 20.7 mg/dL | 0.31 – 22 mg/dL |
| Storage/Stability | R1 and R2 Reagents- Stable until expiration date on label when stored at 15-25°C. Once opened the reagent should be capped and stored in the refrigerator at 2-8°C overnight or when not in use. On-board stability is 3 days at 10°C. | Same |
| Analyzer | Poly-Chem 90 | Poly-Chem 180 |
K. Standard/Guidance Document Referenced (if applicable):
CLSI EP5-A2: Evaluation of Precision Performance of Quantitative Measurement Methods;
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Approved Guideline-Second Edition
CLSI EP6-A: Evaluation of Linearity of Quantitative Measurement Procedures, A Statistical Approach: Approved Guideline
CLSI EP17-A: Protocols for Determination of Limits of Detection and Limits of Quantitation; Approved Guideline
L. Test Principle:
Albumin: The measurement of serum albumin is based on its quantitative binding to the indicator 3,3',5,5'-tetrabromo-mcresol sulphonphtalein (bromocresol green). The albumin-BCG-complex absorbs maximally at 578 nm.
BUN: The measurement of BUN in serum is based on the hydrolysis of urea in the presence of water and urease to produce ammonia and carbon dioxide. The ammonia produced in the first reaction combines with α-oxoglutarate and NADH in the presence of glutamate-dehydrogenase to yield glutamate and NAD⁺.
Calcium: The measurement of calcium in serum is based on calcium ions forming a violet complex with O-cresolphthalein complexone in an alkaline medium
Carbon Dioxide: The measurement of carbon dioxide in serum is an enzymatic procedure employing phosphoenolpyruvate carboxylase (PEPC) and a stabilized NADH analog. PEPC catalyzes the first reaction which produces oxaloacetate. In the presence of MDH, the reduced cofactor is oxidized by oxaloacetate. The decrease in concentration of the reduced cofactor is monitored between 405 and 415 nm and is proportional to the total carbon dioxide concentration in the sample.
Creatinine: The measurement of creatinine in serum is based on creatinine in an alkaline solution reacting with picrate to form a colored complex. The rate of formation of the complex is measured.
M. Performance Characteristics (if/when applicable):
1. Analytical performance:
a. Precision/Reproducibility:
Precision studies were performed at three levels of each test on two separate Poly-Chem 90 analyzers over 10 days. Samples were tested in duplicate twice a day (n=80) for each level tested for each analyte. Results for inter-assay precision are summarized in the tables below.
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| | | | Within run | | Between run | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Albumin Sample | Instrument | Mean (mg/dl) | SD | %CV | SD | %CV |
| 1 | 1 | 1.46 | 0.025 | 1.68 | 0.037 | 2.52 |
| | 2 | 1.47 | 0.016 | 1.11 | 0.036 | 2.48 |
| 2 | 1 | 2.86 | 0.035 | 1.22 | 0.060 | 2.09 |
| | 2 | 2.88 | 0.018 | 0.63 | 0.062 | 2.15 |
| 3 | 1 | 4.66 | 0.076 | 1.63 | 0.099 | 2.12 |
| | 2 | 4.71 | 0.022 | 0.47 | 0.083 | 1.76 |
| | | | Within run | | Between run | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Bun Sample | Instrument | Mean (mg/dl) | SD | %CV | SD | %CV |
| 1 | 1 | 16.6 | 0.66 | 4.0 | 0.88 | 5.3 |
| | 2 | 16.7 | 0.33 | 2.0 | 0.45 | 2.7 |
| 2 | 1 | 52.4 | 0.85 | 1.6 | 1.01 | 1.9 |
| | 2 | 51.7 | 0.53 | 1.0 | 0.80 | 1.6 |
| 3 | 1 | 112.1 | 0.76 | 0.7 | 1.27 | 1.1 |
| | 2 | 110.0 | 0.64 | 0.6 | 1.87 | 1.7 |
| | | | Within run | | Between run | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Calcium Sample | Instrument | Mean (mg/dl) | SD | %CV | SD | %CV |
| 1 | 1 | 4.07 | 0.155 | 3.81 | 0.251 | 6.18 |
| | 2 | 4.11 | 0.138 | 3.36 | 0.201 | 4.90 |
| 2 | 1 | 8.55 | 0.198 | 2.32 | 0.286 | 3.35 |
| | 2 | 8.56 | 0.137 | 1.60 | 0.214 | 2.51 |
| 3 | 1 | 15.01 | 0.122 | 0.82 | 0.366 | 2.44 |
| | 2 | 15.07 | 0.136 | 0.90 | 0.351 | 2.33 |
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| | | | Within run | | Between run | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Carbon Dioxide Sample | Instrument | Mean (mmol/l) | SD | %CV | SD | %CV |
| 1 | 1 | 8.7 | 0.42 | 4.8 | 0.80 | 9.2 |
| | 2 | 8.8 | 0.27 | 3.1 | 0.77 | 8.7 |
| 2 | 1 | 18.6 | 0.39 | 2.1 | 0.83 | 4.5 |
| | 2 | 18.7 | 0.50 | 2.7 | 0.86 | 4.6 |
| 3 | 1 | 42.0 | 0.61 | 1.46 | 2.71 | 6.4 |
| | 2 | 42.6 | 0.35 | 0.83 | 2.27 | 5.3 |
| | | | Within run | | Between run | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Creatinine Sample | Instrument | Mean (mg/dl) | SD | %CV | SD | %CV |
| 1 | 1 | 0.65 | 0.022 | 3.40 | 0.033 | 4.99 |
| | 2 | 0.65 | 0.016 | 2.44 | 0.045 | 6.93 |
| 2 | 1 | 1.35 | 0.025 | 1.83 | 0.035 | 2.60 |
| | 2 | 1.30 | 0.026 | 2.00 | 0.046 | 3.57 |
| 3 | 1 | 3.80 | 0.040 | 1.06 | 0.084 | 2.22 |
| | 2 | 3.86 | 0.041 | 1.07 | 0.067 | 1.75 |
| 4 | 1 | 15.14 | 0.103 | 0.68 | 0.372 | 2.46 |
| | 2 | 15.54 | 0.091 | 0.58 | 0.291 | 1.88 |
Intra-assay precision was performed with three serum samples at different concentrations of the analyte on two Poly-Chem 90 analyzers. Twenty replicates of each sample were tested within one instrument run. Results are summarized in the table below:
| Albumin Replicate | Level 1 | | Level 2 | | Level 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 |
| Mean (mg/dL) | 1.46 | 1.48 | 2.86 | 2.91 | 4.61 | 4.72 |
| SD | 0.043 | 0.010 | 0.045 | 0.012 | 0.050 | 0.032 |
| %CV | 2.9 | 0.7 | 1.6 | 0.4 | 1.1 | 0.7 |
| Minimum | 1.42 | 1.46 | 2.74 | 2.90 | 4.47 | 4.67 |
| Maximum | 1.63 | 1.49 | 2.92 | 2.94 | 4.67 | 4.78 |
| Range | 0.21 | 0.03 | 0.18 | 0.04 | 0.20 | 0.11 |
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| BUN Replicate | Level 1 | | Level 2 | | Level 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 |
| Mean (mg/dL) | 16.8 | 16.9 | 52.0 | 52.0 | 109.2 | 110.5 |
| SD | 0.90 | 0.36 | 1.27 | 0.48 | 1.56 | 0.81 |
| %CV | 5.3 | 2.1 | 2.5 | 0.9 | 1.4 | 0.7 |
| Minimum | 15.3 | 16.2 | 49.5 | 51.3 | 104.9 | 108.4 |
| Maximum | 18.5 | 18.0 | 54.3 | 52.8 | 111.7 | 111.7 |
| Range | 3.2 | 1.8 | 4.8 | 1.5 | 6.8 | 3.3 |
| Calcium Replicate | Level 1 | | Level 2 | | Level 3 | |
| | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 |
| Mean (mg/dL) | 4.3 | 4.3 | 8.8 | 8.8 | 15.1 | 15.3 |
| SD | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0.03 | 0.05 | 0.24 | 0.18 |
| %CV | 1.8 | 1.9 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 1.6 | 1.2 |
| Minimum | 4.2 | 4.1 | 8.8 | 8.7 | 14.6 | 15.0 |
| Maximum | 4.4 | 4.4 | 8.9 | 8.9 | 15.4 | 15.5 |
| Range | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.8 | 0.5 |
| Carbon Dioxide | Level 1 | | Level 2 | | Level 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 |
| Replicate | 1 | 2 | 1 | | 1 | 2 |
| Mean (mg/dL) | 9 | 9 | 19 | 19 | 44 | 43 |
| SD | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.7 | 0.8 |
| %CV | 6.8 | 4.0 | 1.2 | 1.9 | 1.6 | 1.9 |
| Minimum | 8 | 9 | 19 | 18 | 43 | 41 |
| Maximum | 10 | 10 | 20 | 19 | 45 | 44 |
| Range | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Creatinine Replicate | Level 1 | | Level 2 | | Level 3 | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 | INSTR 1 | INSTR 2 |
| Mean (mg/dL) | 0.64 | 0.65 | 3.67 | 3.83 | 15.09 | 15.59 |
| SD | 0.024 | 0.031 | 0.028 | 0.036 | 0.101 | 0.105 |
| %CV | 3.7 | 4.8 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Minimum | 0.59 | 0.60 | 3.63 | 3.77 | 14.92 | 15.41 |
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b. Linearity/assay reportable range:
The linearity of each analyte on the Poly-Chem 90 system was tested by mixing human serum containing the analyte to several levels of the test to obtain 7 concentration levels for each analyte (Albumin 0.17-6.67 g/dL; BUN 5.4-160.1 mg/dL; Calcium 0.7-20.1 mg/dL; Carbon Dioxide 5-49 mmol/L; Creatinine 0.3-20.7 mg/dL). Recoveries ranged from 91.3 to 108.0% for Albumin; 96.7-100% for BUN; 93.7-101.3% for Calcium; 100-101.4% for Carbon Dioxide and from 96.5-100% for Creatinine. The summary of linear regression analysis of data is given in the table below.
| Test | Range Tested | Slope (95% CI) | Intercept (95% CI) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Albumin | 0.2 – 6.7 g/dL | 0.90
(0.87-0.93) | 0.20
(0.08 – 0.31) |
| BUN | 5.4 – 160.1 mg/dL | 1.01
(1.00- 1.01) | -0.27
(-0.75 – 0.21) |
| Calcium | 0.7-20.1 mg/dL | 1.03
(1.02-1.04) | -0.24
(-0.36 - -0.13) |
| Carbon Dioxide | 5.0 – 49.0 mmol/L | 1.02
(0.99-1.05) | 0.37
(-0.50 – 1.23) |
| Creatinine | 0.3-20.7 mg/dL | 1.00
(1.00 – 1.01) | 0.04
(-0.03 – 0.11) |
The linearity studies support the sponsor's claimed measuring range as follows:
Albumin: 0.2- 5.0 g/dL
BUN: 5.5 – 160.1 mg/dL
Calcium: 0.7 – 20.1 mg/dL
Carbon Dioxide: 5- 49 mmol/L
Creatinine: 0.3 – 20.7 g/dL
c. Traceability, Stability, Expected values (controls, calibrators, or methods):
The tests are traceable through the appropriate recommended calibrator (Polymedco calibration serum previously cleared under k955489 and CO₂ Standard Verichem previously cleared under k975285) to the Reference material/methods listed in the table below:
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| Reagent | Reference Material/Method |
| --- | --- |
| Albumin | DA470 |
| BUN | NIST909b |
| Calcium | NIST 909b,SRM956b, Atomic absorption |
| Carbon Dioxide | Sodium Carbonate Alkametric Standard |
| Creatinine | NIST 909b/SRM 967 |
# d. Detection limit:
A limit of detection study was performed according to the CLSI EP17-A guideline. LoB was conducted using a blank sample measured 60 times. LoD and LoQ were conducted using five serum samples containing very low concentrations of the analyte to be tested in replicates of three over four days. LoQ is defined as the concentration at which inter-assay precision is $\leq 10\%$ CV. LoB, LoD and LoQ are summarized in the table below.
| Analyte | LoB | LoD | LoQ | Measuring Range |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Albumin | 0.0076 g/dL | 0.015g/dL | 0.18g/dL | 0.2 – 5.0 g/dL |
| BUN | 0.431 mg/dL | 1.27 mg/dL | 5.5 mg/dL | 5.5 – 160.1 mg/dL |
| Calcium | 0.123 mg/dL | 0.246 mg/dL | 0.7 mg/dL | 0.7 – 20.1 mg/dL |
| Carbon Dioxide | 0.000 mmol/L | 0.78mmol/L | 5 mmol/L | 5.0 – 49.0 mmol/L |
| Creatinine | 0.000 mg/dL | 0.039 mg/dL | 0.29 mg/dL | 0.3 – 20.7 mg/dL |
# d. Analytical specificity:
An endogenous interfering substances study was performed according to the CLSI EP7-A guideline. Serum samples containing the analyte at three levels of the test were spiked with the potentially interfering substance—hemoglobin, bilirubin and triglyceride—to several concentrations. Samples were then run in triplicate using the Poly-Chem 90 test. The recovery of the test at each concentration of interferents was calculated by comparing the mean result of testing with no interferents to the mean result at each level tested. The sponsor defines non-significant interference as bias $< 10\%$ between the spiked and unspiked samples. The highest level tested with no significant interference is listed in the table below.
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| Analyte | Highest level tested with no interference | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Hemoglobin | Bilirubin | Triglyceride |
| Albumin | 200 mg/dL | 70.7 mg/dL | 612 mg/dL |
| BUN | 600 mg/dL | 25 mg/dL | 694 mg/dL |
| Calcium | 500 mg/dL | 25 mg/dL | 554 mg/dL |
| Carbon Dioxide | 300 mg/dL | 25 mg/dL | 839 mg/dL |
| Creatinine | 100 mg/dL | 25 mg/dL | 740 mg/dL |
The sponsor has the following limitation in their labeling on all the 5 assays based on the hemoglobin study above:
"Do not use hemolyzed samples. Hemolyzed samples will cause erroneous results."
f. Assay cut-off:
Not applicable
2. Comparison studies:
a. Method comparison with predicate device:
Patient serum samples with values across the range of the assays were analyzed on the Poly-Chem 180 instrument (predicate device) vs. the Poly-Chem 90 instrument. Samples were run in singlicate for both devices. Samples were as follows: 45 samples (1 spiked, 7 diluted) for Albumin, 50 samples (3 spiked, 1 diluted) for BUN, 50 samples (6 spiked and 4 diluted) for Calcium, 43 samples (5 spiked, 3 diluted) for Carbon Dioxide and 43 samples (2 spiked, 1 diluted) for Creatinine. Results obtained from each instrument were compared using Passing-Bablok analysis. Results are summarized in the table below.
| Test | n | Range of samples | Slope (95% CI) | Intercept (95% CI) | r |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Albumin | 45 | 0.97-4.81 | 0.99 (0.97 - 1.01) | 0.02 (-0.07 - 0.11) | 0.9969 |
| BUN | 50 | 6.0 – 147.0 | 1.03 (1.01 - 1.04) | -0.20 (-0.69 - 0.43) | 0.9988 |
| Calcium | 50 | 2.2-18.5 | 1.03 (1.00 - 1.07) | -0.18 (-0.53 - 0.10) | 0.9948 |
| Carbon Dioxide | 43 | 7 – 49 | 1.00 (1.00 - 1.04) | 1.00 (-0.08 - 1.00) | 0.9966 |
| Creatinine | 43 | 0.30 – 19.00 | 1.03 (1.02 - 1.06) | -0.13 (-0.20 - 0.07) | 0.9995 |
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b. Matrix comparison:
Serum is the only sample type indicated.
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:
The expected values are stated within the labeling for each analyte based on the literature. The manufacturer recommends, within the labeling, each laboratory establish its own reference range or reflect the age, sex, diet and geographical location of the population.
Albumin¹: Adult Serum 3.8-5.0 g/dl
BUN²: Serum 5-23 mg/dl
Calcium³: Serum 8.10 – 10.4 mg/dl
CO₂⁴: Serum 20 – 29 mmol/l
Creatinine⁵: Serum Men 0.6 – 1.1 mg/dl
Serum Women 0.5 – 0.9 mg/dl
¹Doumas, B.T., Watson, W.A., Biggs, H.G. Clin. Chem. Acta. 1971;31:87.
²Kerscher, L; Tieqenhorn, J; “Methods of enzymatic Analysis”, H.U. Bergmeyer Ed., VCH Verlagsgesellschaft, Weinham, 1985 3rd Ed; Vd VII
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3Barnett, R.N., et al. (1973) Amer. J. Clin. Path. 59:836
4Tietz, NW (Ed.) Fundamentals of clinical chemistry, W.B. Saunders, Co., Toronto, 636-638, 937 (1970)
5Schirmeister, J., H. Willman, and H. Kiefer. (1964). Dtsch. Med. Wschr. 89:1018.
## 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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Learn the FDA Browser
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
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.