ACCU-CHECK COMPACT PLUS BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM
Applicant
Roche Diagnostics
Product Code
NBW · Clinical Chemistry
Decision Date
Feb 12, 2013
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 862.1345
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended to be used for the quantitative measurement of glucose (sugar) in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from the fingertips or palm. The ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended to be used by a single person and should not be shared. The ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended for self-testing outside the body (in vitro diagnostic use) by people with diabetes at home as an aid to monitor the effectiveness of diabetes control. The ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System should not be used for the diagnosis of or screening of diabetes or for neonatal use. Alternative site testing should be done only during steady-state times (when glucose is not changing rapidly). The ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Test Strips are for use with the ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Meter to quantitatively measure glucose (sugar) in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from the fingertips or palm.
Device Story
System measures glucose in capillary whole blood via electrochemical detection. Uses disposable test strips containing modified enzyme Mut. Q-GDH; enzyme oxidizes glucose, reducing coenzyme, which then reduces mediator to produce colorimetric change (heteropolyblue). Meter processes signal to provide quantitative glucose concentration. Designed for home use by patients with diabetes; single-user device. Output displayed on meter screen; aids patients in monitoring diabetes control effectiveness. Benefits include rapid, reliable glucose monitoring.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical performance evaluated via user studies with 204 lay users (fingertip) and 154 subjects (palm). Accuracy compared to hexokinase reference method. For fingertip testing, 100% of results were within ±20% of reference for glucose ≥75 mg/dL and 100% within ±15 mg/dL for <75 mg/dL. Regression analysis showed r=0.991. Bench testing confirmed precision (CV <7.5%), linearity (20-580 mg/dL), and stability. Interference testing addressed common substances; limitations noted for galactose and ascorbic acid.
Technological Characteristics
Electrochemical glucose test system. Uses disposable test strips with modified enzyme Mut. Q-GDH (molecularly cloned). Principle: enzymatic oxidation of glucose with coenzyme reduction, followed by mediator reduction and colorimetric indicator change. Intended for in vitro diagnostic use.
Indications for Use
Indicated for people with diabetes for self-testing of capillary whole blood glucose from fingertips or palm to monitor diabetes control. Not for neonates, diagnosis, or screening of diabetes. Contraindicated for critically ill patients and those with severe dehydration, hypotension, shock, decompensated heart failure (NYHA Class IV), or peripheral arterial occlusive disease.
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
ACCU-CHEK Compact System (k031755)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# 510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION DECISION SUMMARY ASSAY AND INSTRUMENT COMBINATION TEMPLATE
A. 510(k) Number:
k113614
B. Purpose for Submission:
New blood glucose monitoring system combining the Compact Plus meter cleared under k081389 with a new glucose test strip. The new strip uses a modified GDH-PQQ methodology that has reduced reactivity to maltose
C. Measurand:
Capillary whole blood Glucose drawn from the fingertips or palm
D. Type of Test:
Quantitative amperometric assay, glucose dehydrogenase (mutant GDH- PQQ)
E. Applicant:
Roche Diagnostics Corporation
F. Proprietary and Established Names:
ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System
G. Regulatory Information:
1. Regulation section:
21 CFR §862.1345, Glucose Test System
2. Classification:
Class II
3. Product code:
NBW (System, Test, Blood Glucose, Over The Counter)
LFR (glucose dehydrogenase, glucose)
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4. Panel:
Clinical Chemistry (75)
H. Intended Use:
1. Intended use(s):
See Indications for Use below.
2. Indication(s) for use:
The ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended to be used for the quantitative measurement of glucose (sugar) in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from the fingertips or palm. The ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended to be used by a single person and should not be shared.
The ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended for self-testing outside the body (in vitro diagnostic use) by people with diabetes at home as an aid to monitor the effectiveness of diabetes control. The ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System should not be used for the diagnosis of or screening of diabetes or for neonatal use. Alternative site testing should be done only during steady-state times (when glucose is not changing rapidly).
The ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Test Strips are for use with the ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Meter to quantitatively measure glucose (sugar) in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from the fingertips or palm.
3. Special conditions for use statement(s):
For in vitro diagnostic use only
Not for testing on neonates
Do not use for diagnosis or screening of diabetes mellitus
Inaccurate results may occur in “severe dehydration as a result of diabetic ketoacidosis or due to hyperglycemic hyperosmolar non-ketotic syndrome, hypotension, shock, decompensated heart failure NYHA Class IV, or peripheral arterial occlusive disease.”
Not to be used for patients who are critically ill
For over-the-counter (single patient use) only and should not be shared
AST results should not be used to calibrate CGMs or used in insulin dose calculations
4. Special instrument requirements:
ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Meter
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I. Device Description:
The ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System consists of the ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Meter, ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Test Strips (17 strips per drum), ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Clear Control (Level 1 and 2, cleared under k031755), the ACCU-CHEK Softclix Plus Lancing Device (with lancets), Owner's Booklet, Self-Test Diary, and Warranty Card. The test strips and controls are required but not included in the starter kit and must be purchased separately.
J. Substantial Equivalence Information:
1. Predicate device name(s):
ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Meter
2. Predicate 510(k) number(s):
k081389
3. Comparison with predicate:
| Similarities | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Candidate Device | Predicate (k081389) |
| Intended Use | Same | Quantitative measurement of glucose in whole blood |
| Test Strip Architecture | Same | Capillary Filling |
| Strip Delivery | Same | 17 strip drum |
| Detection Principle | Same | Photometric |
| Reaction Principle | Same | Reduction of blood glucose via mediator and indicator to heteropoly blue |
| Test Strip Handling | Same | Automatically via meter mechanics |
| Minimum Sample Volume | Same | 1.5 μL |
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| Differences | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Candidate Device | Predicate (k081389 and k031755) |
| Enzyme | Mutant Q - GDH | GDH-PQQ |
| Alternate site testing | Palm | Forearm, upper arm, thigh, calf, and palm |
| Users | Single-patient use only | Single-patient and multiple-patient use |
| Sample Type | Capillary blood only | Capillary and venous whole blood |
| Measuring Range | 20 - 580 mg/dL | 10 - 600 mg/dL |
| Hematocrit Range | 30 – 55% | 25 – 55% |
| Measuring Time | 5 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Operating Temperature | 53.6 - 104° F (12 – 40° C) | 50 - 104° F (10 – 40° C) |
| Operating Humidity | 10 – 80% RH | 15 – 85% RH |
| Altitude | 13,123 feet | 10, 150 feet |
K. Standard/Guidance Document Referenced (if applicable):
- CLSI EP5 – Evaluation of Precision Performance of Quantitative Measurement Methods
- CLSI EP7 - Interference Testing in Clinical Chemistry
- ISO15197:2003- In vitro diagnostic test systems – Requirements for blood-glucose monitoring systems for self-testing in managing diabetes mellitus.
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:
a. Precision/Reproducibility:
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# Repeatability Precision (Within Vial)
This study was performed using three lots of test strips and ten meters. Heparinized venous blood samples in five glucose concentration ranges in accordance with EN ISO were prepared. For each strip lot, each venous blood sample was measured 10 times on 10 meters, so that 100 individual measurements were generated in each concentration range. Results are summarized below.
| Glucose Concentration Range (mg/dL) | 30-50 | | | 51-110 | | | 111-150 | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Strip Lot | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Mean (mg/dL) | 33.6 | 34.8 | 35.7 | 82.0 | 84.5 | 83.4 | 130.8 | 130.1 | 130.8 |
| SD (mg/dL) | 2.2 | 2.6 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.2 | 2.2 | 2.4 | 3.2 | 2.7 |
| CV(%) | 6.5 | 7.5 | 6.2 | 2.8 | 2.6 | 2.6 | 1.8 | 2.5 | 2.1 |
| n | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Glucose Concentration Range (mg/dL) | 151-250 | | | 251-400 | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Strip Lot | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Mean (mg/dL) | 210.9 | 209.0 | 208.0 | 361.6 | 350.6 | 354.2 |
| SD (mg/dL) | 4.0 | 3.5 | 4.0 | 5.4 | 5.5 | 7.1 |
| CV(%) | 1.9 | 1.7 | 1.9 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 2.0 |
| n | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
# Intermediate Precision (Day-to-Day)
Intermediate precision was evaluated using three lots of test strips and ten meters. Glucose control solutions in 3 concentration ranges were used. For each test strip lot, each control solution was measured once per day on 10 meters on 10 days, so that 100 individual measurements were generated. Results are summarized below.
| Control Level (mg/dL) | 1 | | | 2 | | | 3 | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Strip Lot | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Mean (mg/dL) | 41.4 | 43.4 | 42.0 | 148.6 | 144.5 | 139.3 | 313.4 | 301.6 | 288.9 |
| SD (mg/dL) | 0.7 | 0.9 | 1.3 | 3.2 | 3.0 | 3.9 | 6.5 | 8.1 | 11.8 |
| CV(%) | 1.7 | 2.1 | 3.0 | 2.2 | 2.1 | 2.8 | 2.1 | 2.7 | 4.1 |
| n | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
# b. Linearity/assay reportable range:
Linearity was evaluated using 11 venous blood samples ranging in glucose concentrations from 22.0 to $581.3\mathrm{mg / dL}$ (22.0, 35.5, 61.5, 93.0, 161.1, 232.3, 299.3,
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373.2, 442.1, 509.5, and 581.3 mg/dL) as measured by the reference method. Each sample was tested once on five different meters for each of three strip lots. The values from the ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus meter were compared with those obtained from the reference method. The results from regression analysis are summarized below:
Lot #1: y = 0.98x - 0.89; r² = 1.00
Lot #2: y = 0.97x + 0.99; r² = 1.00
Lot #3: y = 0.97x + 0.52; r² = 1.00
The results of the study support the sponsor's claimed glucose measurement range of 20 to 580 mg/dL glucose.
c. Traceability, Stability, Expected values (controls, calibrators, or methods):
The ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System is calibrated to a hexokinase method on a laboratory analyzer. A method comparison was performed using this method as the comparative method. See Comparison studies in 2a below.
The controls recommended for the ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System were previously cleared under k031755.
Value Assignment and Stability Testing: Two ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Clear Control solutions are available for use with the ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System. Value assignment and stability for the control solutions were evaluated in k031755. The shelf life and opened vial stability established in k031755 were 18 months and 3 months, respectively.
The sponsor provided a real-time protocol with acceptance criteria to verify the closed-drum stability (shelf life) and on-board or opened-drum stability of the test strips. The stability protocols and acceptance criteria were reviewed and found to be acceptable. The sponsor claims a closed-drum (shelf life) of 18 months and an onboard or opened-drum stability of 90 days when stored at 36-86° F (2-30° C). The labeling instructs the users not to freeze the test strips.
d. Detection limit:
The reportable range for the system is 20 - 580 mg/dL. This range was verified by the linearity study (M.1.b) above.
e. Analytical specificity:
| Potential Interferent | Concentration at which no significant interference is observed (mg/dL) |
| --- | --- |
| Acetaminophen | 20 |
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| Ascorbic Acid | 3 |
| --- | --- |
| Cholesterol | 500 |
| Creatinine | 5 |
| Conjugated Bilirubin | 15 |
| Unconjugated Bilirubin | 20 |
| Dopamine | 0.09 |
| Gentistic acid | 1.8 |
| Hemoglobin | 200 |
| Ibuprofen | 50 |
| L-Dopa | 2 |
| Glutathione, reduced | 6.14 |
| Maltose | 450 |
| Methyl-Dopa | 1.5 |
| Tolbutamide | 64 |
| Tolazamide | 9 |
| Triglycerides | 3000 |
| Uric Acid | 23.5 |
| Xylose | 100 |
The sponsor has the following limitations in their labeling:
- Blood concentrations of galactose >15 mg/dL will cause overestimation of blood glucose results.
- Intravenous administration of ascorbic acid which results in blood concentrations of ascorbic acid >3 mg/dL will cause overestimation of blood glucose results.
f. Assay cut-off:
Not applicable.
2. Comparison studies:
a. Method comparison with predicate device:
System Accuracy:
To assess system accuracy, results from the ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System were compared to a reference method, PCA-HK (Hitachi 917). Capillary samples from 100 participants with glucose concentrations ranging from 36-473 mg/dL glucose (obtained using PCA-HK) were analyzed. To obtain blood glucose concentrations <50 mg/dL and >400 mg/dL, samples were allowed to glycolize or were spiked to achieve the desired glucose concentration. Five samples <50 mg/dL and five samples >400 mg/dL were analyzed. The results relative to reference are summarized in the tables below:
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System Accuracy Results for Glucose Concentrations < 75 mg/dL
| Lot No. | Within ± 5 mg/dL | Within ± 10 mg/dL | Within ± 15 mg/dL |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | 18 / 19 (95%) | 19 / 19 (100%) | 19 / 19 (100%) |
| 2 | 11 / 19 (58%) | 19 / 19 (100%) | 19 / 19 (100%) |
| 3 | 18 / 19 (95%) | 19 / 19 (100%) | 19 / 19 (100%) |
| combined | 47/57 (82%) | 57 / 57 (100%) | 57 / 57 (100%) |
System Accuracy Results for Glucose Concentrations ≥ 75 mg/dL
| Lot No. | Within ± 5 % | Within ± 10 % | Within ± 15 % | Within ± 20 % |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | 72 / 81 (89%) | 81 / 81 (100%) | 81 / 81 (100%) | 81 / 81 (100%) |
| 2 | 69 / 81 (85%) | 80 / 81 (99%) | 81 / 81 (100%) | 81 / 81 (100%) |
| 3 | 68 / 81 (84%) | 80 / 81 (99%) | 81 / 81 (100%) | 81 / 81 (100%) |
| combined | 209/243 (86%) | 241 / 243 (99%) | 243 / 243 (100%) | 243 / 243 (100%) |
Linear regression based on single glucose measurements produced the following:
| Lot | n | Slope | Slope 95% CI | Intercept | Intercept 95% CI | r |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | 100 | 1.03 | 1.02, 1.04 | -2.0 | -4.8, 0.6 | 0.99 |
| 2 | 100 | 1.00 | 0.99,1.02 | 1.4 | -1.3, 4.1 | 0.99 |
| 3 | 100 | 0.99 | 0.97, 1.00 | 1.5 | -1.5,,4.6 | 0.99 |
b. Matrix comparison:
User study results with capillary blood from alternate site (palm)
The study was performed at 1 clinical site with samples from 154 subjects using three lots of test strips. After reviewing the system's instructions for use, the subjects collected their own sample from the palm without any practice tests and tested their blood glucose using the Accu-Chek Compact Plus system. A healthcare professional then obtained a result from the patient's palm using the Accu-Chek Compact Plus system. In one instance a healthcare provider result was not obtained, resulting in a sample size of 153. Finally, a healthcare professional collected a sample from the finger to be tested on the hexokinase reference method. The results relative to reference are summarized in the tables below:
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Untrained user results for glucose concentrations <75 mg/dL
| Within ±5 mg/dL | Within ±10 mg/dL | Within ±15 mg/dL |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 11/26 (42%) | 22/26 (85%) | 26/26 (100%) |
Untrained user results for glucose concentrations >75 mg/dL
| Within ±5% | Within ±10% | Within ±15% | Within ±20% |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 49/128 (38%) | 94/128 (73%) | 117/128 (91%) | 127/128 (99%) |
Linear regression analysis results based on single glucose measurements collected by untrained users are summarized below:
| n | Range of values mg/dL | Slope | Slope 95% CI | Intercept | Intercept 95% CI | r | Std. Error |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 154 | 43 – 361 mg/dL | 1.067 | 1.039 – 1.097 | -0.768 | -4.227 – 3.289 | 0.990 | 6.460 |
Healthcare professional results for glucose concentrations <75 mg/dL
| Within ±5 mg/dL | Within ±10 mg/dL | Within ±15 mg/dL |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 21/25 (84%) | 25/25 (100%) | 25/25 (100%) |
Healthcare professional results for glucose concentrations >75 mg/dL
| Within ±5% | Within ±10% | Within ±15% | Within ±20% |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 70/128 (55%) | 114/128 (89%) | 126/128 (98%) | 128/128 (100%) |
Linear regression analysis results based on single glucose measurements collected by healthcare professionals are summarized below:
| n | Range of values mg/dL | Slope | Slope 95% CI | Intercept | Intercept 95% CI | r | Std. Error |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 153 | 43 – 361 mg/dL | 1.043 | 1.023 – 1.063 | -0.079 | -2.556 – 1.649 | 0.993 | 5.282 |
3. Clinical studies:
a. Clinical Sensitivity:
Not applicable.
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b. Clinical specificity:
Not applicable.
c. Other clinical supportive data (when a. and b. are not applicable):
# User study with capillary blood from the fingertip
To assess the performance of the Accu-Chek Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System in the hands of the intended users, the sponsor performed a study with 204 untrained lay user participants. After reviewing the system's instructions for use, the subjects performed their own fingerstick without any practice tests and tested their blood glucose using the Accu-Chek Compact Plus system. Immediately afterwards, a healthcare professional collected another fingerstick sample to be tested on the hexokinase reference method. The study was performed at 2 clinical sites using three lots of test strips. The results relative to reference are summarized in the tables below
Linear regression analysis results based on single glucose measurements are summarized below:
| n | Range of values mg/dL | Slope | Slope 95% CI | Intercept | Intercept 95% CI | r | Std. Error |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 204 | 50 - 564 | 0.982 | 0.963-1.001 | 1.463 | -1.250-3.772 | 0.991 | 8.554 |
System accuracy results for glucose concentration $< 75\mathrm{mg / dL}$
| Within ±5 mg/dL | Within ±10 mg/dL | Within ±15 mg/dL |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 26 / 31 (84%) | 29 / 31 (94%) | 31 / 31 (100%) |
System accuracy results for glucose concentration $>75\mathrm{mg / dL}$
| Within ±5% | Within ±10% | Within ±15% | Within ±20% |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 98 / 173 (57%) | 156 / 173 (90%) | 168 / 173 (97%) | 173 / 173 (100%) |
4. Clinical cut-off:
Not applicable.
5. Expected values/Reference range:
The sponsor states the following in their labeling:
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Expected Values
The normal fasting glucose level for an adult without diabetes is below 100 mg/dl $^{1,2}$. Two hours after meals, the normal blood glucose level for a non-diabetic adult is less than 140 mg/dl $^{2}$.
References:
$^{1}$ American Diabetes Association: Diagnosis and Classification of Diabetes Mellitus (Position Statement). Diabetes Care 34 (Supp. 1) S66, 2011
$^{2}$ Tietz Fundamentals of Clinical Chemistry, 6th Edition, Edited by Burtis CA and Ashwood ED, W. B. Saunders Co., Philadelphia, PA, 2008, p. 849
N. Instrument Name:
ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Meter
O. System Descriptions:
1. Modes of Operation:
Each test strip is single use and requires a sample volume of 1.5 uL.
Does the applicant’s device contain the ability to transmit data to a computer, webserver, or mobile device?
☑ Yes ☐ X or No
Does the applicant’s device transmit data to a computer, webserver, or mobile device using wireless transmission?
☑ Yes ☐ X or No
2. Software:
FDA has reviewed applicant’s Hazard Analysis and software development processes for this line of product types:
☑ Yes ☐ X or No
3. Specimen Identification:
There is no sample identification function with this device. Samples are applied directly to the test strip as they are collected.
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4. Specimen Sampling and Handling:
This device is intended to be used with capillary whole blood from the finger and palm. The whole blood sample is applied directly to the test strip by capillary action.
5. Calibration:
The bar code on the label of the strip drum is automatically read by the meter. No manual coding is required.
6. Quality Control:
Controls are not included in the ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System starter kit, but the starter kit box labeling explains how users can obtain two levels of controls. The labeling also provides recommendations on when to test control materials. The meter cannot distinguish between blood samples and controls but control results can be stored in memory. 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 a troubleshooting chart which includes information on how to contact the Customer Care Service Center.
P. Other Supportive Instrument Performance Characteristics Data Not Covered In The "Performance Characteristics" Section above:
1. Hematocrit study
In this study, three strip lots were tested singly on ten meters at the following hematocrit levels: 30, 35, 40, 45, and 55%. The glucose levels in venous blood samples fell into six categories: 20 - 30, 50 - 70, 100 - 150, 300 - 400, and 500 - 600 mg/dL. A single replicate was obtained for each combination of test strip, glucose level, and hematocrit. This resulted in n = 750 data points (5 glucose levels x 5 hematocrit levels x 10 replicates per sample x 3 strip lots). Glucose concentrations were verified by the sponsor's reference method. The bias relative to the reference method was acceptable to support the claim that hematocrit levels of 30 to 55% do not significantly affect the glucose results.
2. Sample Volume Study
The sponsor performed a sample volume study to support the claimed minimum sample volume requirement for the ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus system (1.5 μL) using blood samples at three glucose concentration ranges (30 - 60, 80 - 120, and 400 - 580 mg/dL). The system displays an error code when insufficient sample is detected. Results support the claimed sample volume of 1.5 μL.
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3. Altitude Study
In this study, three test strip lots were tested on ten meters with blood samples adjusted to three glucose concentrations: 30 - 60, 80 - 120, and 400 - 580 mg/dL. The samples were tested at three altitude levels: sea level, 8202 feet (2500 meters), and at 13,123 feet (4000 meters). In each concentration range, a total of 50 measurements were performed on 10 meters at each test altitude with each of the 3 test strip lots. Glucose concentrations were verified by the sponsor’s reference method. The bias relative to the reference method was acceptable to support the claim that altitudes up to 13, 123 feet do not significantly affect the glucose results.
4. Temperature and Humidity Studies
In this study, three test strip lots were tested on five meters at three glucose concentrations at seven combinations of temperature and humidity. The temperatures tested were 53.6, 57, 86, and 104° F (12, 14, 30, and 40° C). The relative humidity levels tested were 10, 45, and 80%. Glucose concentrations were verified by the sponsor’s reference method. The bias relative to the reference method was acceptable to support the claim that temperatures from 53.6 - 104° F (12 - 40° C) and relative humidities from 10 - 80% do not significantly affect the glucose results.
5. Infection Control studies
The ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended for single-patient use only. Disinfection efficacy studies were performed on the materials comprising the meter by an outside commercial testing lab demonstrating complete inactivation of hepatitis B Virus (HBV) with the chosen disinfectant, Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal Disposable Wipes (EPA Reg. No. 9480-4). Robustness studies were also performed by the sponsor demonstrating that there was no change in performance or external materials of the meter after 260 cleaning and disinfection cycles, using Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal Disposable Wipes, to simulate 5 years of use by lay users. Labeling has been reviewed for adequate instructions in validated cleaning and disinfection procedures.
6. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing.
The ACCU-CHEK Compact Plus meter in this submission is identical to the meter cleared under k081389, which passed the testing requirements of IEC/EN 61326, IEC/EN 61326-A1, and IEC/EN 61326+A1-3.
7. Readability Assessment
Flesch-Kincaid readability assessment was conducted for the meter user’s manual and test strip package insert and were found to be 6.8 and 8.0, respectively.
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8. Customer Service
The Customer Care Service Center is available 24/7, 365 days a year. The toll free phone number is 1-800-858-8072.
Q. Proposed Labeling:
The labeling is sufficient and it satisfies 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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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.