The device performance was evaluated by comparing screening results from the RapidFRET Oral Fluid Assay against confirmatory MS (GC/MS or LC/MS/MS) results using 325 clinical oral fluid samples.
Clinical correlation; Method comparison; Oral fluid; MS confirmation
Clinical Evidence
Study Design
Population
Comparator
Key Endpoints
Clinical correlation study comparing screening assay to confirmatory MS testing
Volunteers potentially positive and negative for MDMA; Sample Size: 325
GC/MS or LC/MS/MS
Percent agreement with MS quantitation
Indications for Use
The RapidFRET Oral Fluid Assay for MDMA is a homogeneous time-resolved fluorescence assay that is intended for prescription use in central laboratories only on the RapidFRET Integrated Workstation. The assay is used to perform a qualitative screen for Methylenedioxymethamphetamine at 50 ng/mL in neat oral fluid samples collected with the RapidEASE Oral Fluid Collector. This assay provides only a preliminary result. To obtain a confirmed analytical result, a more specific alternate chemical method such as GC/MS or LC/MS/MS is required. Professional judgment should be applied to any drug test result, particularly when using preliminary positive results. For In Vitro Diagnostic Use Only. The RapidFRET Oral Fluid MDMA Calibrator Set and RapidFRET Oral Fluid MDMA Control Set are intended for use only with the RapidFRET Oral Fluid Assay for MDMA and samples collected with the RapidEASE Oral Fluid Collector. The cutoff calibrator is used to determine the cutoff level and translate the assay measurement into a positive or negative result. The positive and negative controls are used to monitor laboratory systems, operators, precision, accuracy and assay conditions. For In Vitro Diagnostic Use Only.
Device Story
Homogeneous competitive immunoassay for MDMA detection in neat oral fluid; utilizes RapidEASE Oral Fluid Collector for sample collection. Principle: energy transfer between acceptor fluorophore-labeled antibody and donor fluorophore-labeled drug; FRET signal inversely proportional to drug concentration. Used in central laboratories on RapidFRET Integrated Workstation; operated by laboratory personnel. Output: qualitative screen result (positive/negative) based on 50 ng/mL cutoff. Preliminary results require confirmation via GC/MS or LC/MS/MS. Assists clinicians in drug testing workflows; professional judgment required for interpretation.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Precision/reproducibility evaluated over 20+ days using 9 levels (0-200% of cutoff). Method comparison study of 308 samples against GC/MS showed 107/107 high positives and 180/180 negatives correctly identified; 6 false positives were noted and attributed to cross-reactivity with other substances. Stability studies confirmed performance for 7 days ambient shipping, 21 days refrigerated, and 6 months frozen. Analytical specificity tested against numerous structurally related and unrelated compounds.
Indicated for qualitative screening of Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) at 50 ng/mL in neat oral fluid samples. Intended for prescription use in central laboratories by professional operators. Requires confirmatory testing via GC/MS or LC/MS/MS for preliminary positive results.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A methamphetamine test system is a device intended to measure methamphetamine, a central nervous system stimulating drug, in serum, plasma, and urine. Measurements obtained by this device are used in the diagnosis and treatment of methamphetamine use or overdose.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). A methamphetamine test system is not exempt if it is intended for any use other than employment or insurance testing or is intended for Federal drug testing programs. The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 862.9, provided the test system is intended for employment and insurance testing and includes a statement in the labeling that the device is intended solely for use in employment and insurance testing, and does not include devices intended for Federal drug testing programs (*e.g.,* programs run by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the Department of Transportation (DOT), and the U.S. military).
Predicate Devices
CEDIA Methamphetamine OFT Assay and CEDIA Methamphetamine OFT Calibrators (k101753)
Salivabuse Liquid Oral Fluid Control (k132688)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# 510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION DECISION SUMMARY ASSAY ONLY TEMPLATE
A. 510(k) Number:
k133047
B. Purpose for Submission:
New Device
C. Measurand:
Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA)
D. Type of Test:
Qualitative enzyme immunoassay
E. Applicant:
Biophor Diagnostics, Inc.
F. Proprietary and Established Names:
RapidFRET Oral Fluid Assay for MDMA
RapidFRET Oral Fluid MDMA Calibrator Set
RapidFRET Oral Fluid MDMA Control Set
G. Regulatory Information:
| Product Code | Classification | Regulation Section | Panel |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| LAF | II | 21 CFR 862.3610, methamphetamine test system | Toxicology (91) |
| DLJ | II | 21 CFR 862.3200, clinical toxicology calibrator | Toxicology (91) |
| DIF | I, Reserved | 21 CFR 862.3280 clinical toxicology control material | Toxicology (91) |
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H. Intended Use:
1. Intended use(s):
See Indications for Use below.
2. Indication(s) for use:
The RapidFRET Oral Fluid Assay for MDMA is a homogeneous time-resolved fluorescence assay that is intended for prescription use in central laboratories only on the RapidFRET Integrated Workstation. The assay is used to perform a qualitative screen for Methylenedioxymethamphetamine at 50 ng/mL in neat oral fluid samples collected with the RapidEASE Oral Fluid Collector. This assay provides only a preliminary result. To obtain a confirmed analytical result, a more specific alternate chemical method such as GC/MS or LC/MS/MS is required. Professional judgment should be applied to any drug test result, particularly when using preliminary positive results. For In Vitro Diagnostic Use Only.
The RapidFRET Oral Fluid MDMA Calibrator Set and RapidFRET Oral Fluid MDMA Control Set are intended for use only with the RapidFRET Oral Fluid Assay for MDMA and samples collected with the RapidEASE Oral Fluid Collector. The cutoff calibrator is used to determine the cutoff level and translate the assay measurement into a positive or negative result. The positive and negative controls are used to monitor laboratory systems, operators, precision, accuracy and assay conditions. For In Vitro Diagnostic Use Only.
3. Special conditions for use statement(s):
For prescription use in central laboratories only. The assay is not designated for use in point-of-care settings.
4. Special instrument requirements:
RapidFRET Integrated Workstation
I. Device Description:
The assay consists of MDMA Acceptor Reagent A, Multi-Donor Reagent, Matrix Blank Reagent, the RapidEASE Oral Fluid Collector, Negative Calibrator (0 ng/mL), Cutoff Calibrator (50 ng/mL), Negative Control (25 ng/mL, 50% cutoff), and Positive Control (75 ng/mL, 150% cutoff). All pipetting and reading steps are controlled by the software and performed automatically on the RapidFRET Integrated Workstation.
J. Substantial Equivalence Information:
1. Predicate device name(s):
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CEDIA Methamphetamine OFT Assay and CEDIA Methamphetamine OFT Calibrators Salivabuse Liquid Oral Fluid Control
2. Predicate 510(k) number(s):
k101753
k132688
3. Comparison with predicate:
| Similarities | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Predicate CEDIA Methamphetamine OFT assay and CEDIA Methamphetamine OFT Calibrators k101753 | Device RapidFRET Oral Fluid Assay for MDMA and RapidFRET Oral Fluid MDMA Calibrator Set k133047 |
| Intended Use | Assay: Qualitative detection of methamphetamine based analyte in neat oral fluid.
Calibrators: Calibration of d-methamphetamine for assay system | Same except analyte is MDMA |
| Methodology | Homogenous competitive immunoassay | Same |
| Kit Components | 1 specific antibody reagent and 1 drug conjugate reagent | Same |
| Differences | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Predicate CEDIA Methamphetamine OFT assay and CEDIA Methamphetamine OFT Calibrators k101753 | Device RapidFRET Oral Fluid Assay for MDMA and RapidFRET Oral Fluid MDMA Calibrator Set k133047 |
| Analyte | Methamphetamine | MDMA |
| Sample Collection | Oral fluid is collected with the Oral-Eze Saliva Collection System. This device uses an absorbent swab and diluent. Sample is stored in plastic tube with snap cap. | Neat oral fluid is collected with the RapidEASE Oral Fluid Collector via direct expectoration. No diluent is used and sample is stored in glass sample tube with inert screw cap. |
| Sample dilution | Yes | No |
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| Differences | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Predicate CEDIA Methamphetamine OFT assay and CEDIA Methamphetamine OFT Calibrators k101753 | Device RapidFRET Oral Fluid Assay for MDMA and RapidFRET Oral Fluid MDMA Calibrator Set k133047 |
| Neat Oral Fluid Cutoff | 120 ng/mL neat oral fluid using a 40 ng/mL cutoff calibrator to account for sample dilution by collection device. | 50 ng/mL neat oral fluid. |
| Platform | MGC 240 Analyzer | RapidFRET Integrated Workstation from Biophor Diagnostics |
| Reagent Format | Lyophilized reagent with reconstitution buffer | Liquid, ready to use |
| Calibrator Levels | Calibrators at 0, 40, and 200 ng/mL | Calibrators at 0 and 50 ng/mL. |
| Similarities and Differences | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Predicate Salivabuse Liquid Oral Fluid Control k132688 | Device RapidFRET Oral Fluid MDMA Control Set k133047 |
| Intended Use | Quality control material for oral fluid drugs of abuse assays to monitor system performance | Same |
| Control Levels | Negative, -60% cutoff, ±50% cutoff, -30% cutoff, ±25% cutoff, 2X cutoff, and 3x cutoff | 25 ng/mL and 75 ng/mL |
| Analyte | Multiple drugs of abuse | MDMA |
| Stability | Shelf: 12 months frozen or refrigerated
Open: 31 days refrigerated | Shelf: 12 months refrigerated
Open: 30 days refrigerated |
K. Standard/Guidance Document Referenced (if applicable):
None referenced.
L. Test Principle:
The RapidFRET® Oral Fluid Assay for MDMA is a ready-to-use homogenous immunoassay
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that involves energy transfer between an acceptor fluorophore labeled to an antibody and a donor fluorophore labeled to drug. The assay is based on competition between drug in the sample and drug labeled with the donor fluorophore for a fixed number of binding sites on the antibody reagent. When acceptor and donor fluorophores are brought into close proximity through a binding event, energy transfer occurs. The fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET) signal is measured at the wavelength of the acceptor fluorophore following excitation of the donor and is inversely proportional to the amount of drug in the sample. A Cutoff Calibrator is used to translate the sample measurement into a positive or negative result. Controls are used to monitor the precision and accuracy of the assay.
## M. Performance Characteristics (if/when applicable):
### 1. Analytical performance:
#### a. Precision/Reproducibility:
Three lots of the RapidFRET MDMA were analyzed, four times daily, for a minimum of 20 days. Negative oral fluid pools were spiked with MDMA at 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, 100%, 125%, 150%, 175% and 200% of the cutoff level of 50 ng/mL and were processed through the RapidEASE Oral Fluid Collection device. Oral fluid spikes were derived from NIST weight traceable standards and confirmed for drug levels using quantitative methods including GC/MS or LC/MS/MS.
The percentage of negative and positive results was consistent across the three lots tested. Representative data from one lot is summarized below. Precision data from this lot was collected over 36 days total with 24 data collection days. Two professional laboratory operators were used to collect this data.
| | 0% | 25% | 50% | 75% | 100% | 125% | 150% | 175% | 200% |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| POS | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 94 | 94 | 94 | 94 | 94 |
| NEG | 94 | 94 | 94 | 94 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| N | 94 | 94 | 94 | 94 | 94 | 94 | 94 | 94 | 94 |
#### b. Linearity/assay reportable range:
Not applicable. This is a qualitative assay.
#### c. Traceability, Stability, Expected values (controls, calibrators, or methods):
##### Traceability – Calibrators and Controls
Calibrators and controls are ready-to-use synthetic oral fluid solutions. The cutoff calibrator and controls are prepared by spiking known concentrations of MDMA into synthetic oral fluid to obtain the cutoff level calibrator, and the positive and negative controls. The negative calibrator is drug free synthetic oral fluid.
Calibrators and controls are prepared from $(\pm)$-3,4- methylenedioxymethamphetamine
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(1 mg/mL in methanol) commercial primary standards from a vendor that uses NIST traceable weights and specific assays, such as HPLC and GC/MS, to confirm drug levels.
## Stability - Calibrators and Controls
Real-time stability protocols and acceptance criteria were reviewed and found to be acceptable. The shelf life (closed-vial) claim for the calibrators and controls is 12 months when stored at 2 - 8°C. The opened-vial claim for the calibrators and controls is 30 days when stored at 2 - 8°C.
## Value Assignment – Calibrators and Controls
Calibrator and Control lots are value assigned during the manufacturing process in two steps. First, following bottling and labeling, new lots are assayed against at least one previously accepted, released and unexpired Calibrator and Control lot using RapidFRET reagents. Results are qualitatively evaluated for performance relative to the previously accepted lots. Second, each new manufactured lot of Calibrator (Cutoff only) or Control (POS and NEG) is quantitatively confirmed by mass spectrometry (MS)-based method for target analyte concentration. Protocols and acceptance criteria were reviewed and found to be acceptable.
## Sample Shipping - Stability Study
Neat oral fluid pool was spiked with MDMA to 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, 100%, 125%, 150%, 175% and 200% of the cutoff. Each spike was subsequently processed through a RapidEASE Oral Fluid Collection device to mimic actual collection process. Aliquots were stored and handled according to the collector insert. Samples were shipped multiple times at ambient temperature from California to Maine and back to California. Samples were assayed using the RapidFRET Oral Fluid Assay for MDMA before and after each shipment. At various time points, aliquots were reserved and analyzed quantitatively by a MS-based method. The physical integrity of the RapidEASE sample tube was also evaluated following each shipment.
During the 17-day study, temperature ranged from approximately 4 - 30°C and relative humidity range between 7% and 100%. The percent change vs. Day 1 (before shipping) ranged from 97.9% to 106.3%. No signs of sample tube degradation or performance loss were noted during the study. The data support the sponsor's claimed shipping stability of up to 7 days.
## Sample Stability Study
Oral fluid samples with MDMA from 0 to approximately 200% of the cutoff were prepared in approximately 25% increments and processed through RapidEASE oral fluid collection devices. Samples were stored under various conditions including room temperature, refrigerated (2 - 8°C) and frozen (-10 to -25°C). Samples were
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periodically removed and analyzed by RapidFRET and mass spectrometry. For each storage condition two sets of spikes of 9 levels each were prepared and analyzed in tandem.
Recovery for samples stored at room temperature ranged from 95.4% to 100.2%. Recovery for refrigerated samples ranged from 95.0% to 103.7%, and for frozen samples ranged from 103.5% to 110.4%. Samples are stable for up to 7 days at room temperature, up to 21 days at 2 – 8 °C, and up to six months at -10 to -25 °C.
## Sample Recovery Study
Recovery studies were conducted by aliquoting neat, human oral fluid pool into glass tubes and spiking with MDMA to achieve concentrations ranging from 0 to 200% of cutoff (100ng/mL) in 5 replicates for each level in 25% (12.5 ng/mL) increments. Approximately half of the volume of each of these ‘PRE-RapidEASE’ samples was then removed and processed through a new RapidEASE Oral Fluid collector, mimicking as close as possible actual collection protocol, resulting in a ‘POST-RapidEASE’ sample. Both the PRE-RapidEASE and POST-RapidEASE for each spike level was confirmed for MDMA concentration by mass spectrometry. Recoveries from individual samples ranged from 93.2% to 108.3%. Average spike recovery at each level ranged from 95.6% to 101.7%. Average results are summarized in the table below:
| % Cutoff | Average Pre-RapidEASE | Average Post-RapidEASE | Recovery |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 200 % | 92.46 | 93.18 | 100.8% |
| 175 % | 83.58 | 81.82 | 97.9% |
| 150 % | 72.14 | 71.02 | 98.4% |
| 125 % | 57.98 | 58.96 | 101.7% |
| 100 % | 46.82 | 46.68 | 99.7% |
| 75 % | 34.54 | 34.10 | 98.7% |
| 50% | 23.54 | 22.50 | 95.6% |
| 25 % | 11.46 | 11.44 | 99.8% |
| 0 % | Not detected | Not detected | N/A |
## d. Detection limit:
Not applicable. This is a qualitative assay.
## e. Analytical specificity:
The sponsor performed studies to evaluate the effects of structurally related and unrelated compounds, food, drinks, medication, and tobacco products that may be present in oral fluid. Results are summarized below.
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Structurally Related Compounds that Cross-React
| Compound | Concentration Equivalent to the cutoff (ng/mL) | Percent Cross-Reactivity |
| --- | --- | --- |
| (-) Ephedrine | 9,000 | 0.6% |
| (R, 2R) Pseudoephedrine | 2,800 | 1.8% |
| Amitriptyline | 1,900 | 2.6% |
| Benzodioxolylbutanamine | 390 | 13% |
| Phenethylamine | 15,500 | 0.3% |
| d-Amphetamine | 16,900 | 0.2% |
| d,l - Amphetamine | 6,500 | 0.7% |
| Dihydrobupropion | 460 | 10.9% |
| d-Ephedrine | 4,800 | 1.0% |
| d, l - Ephedrine | 11,000 | 0.5% |
| Doxepin | 11,000 | 0.5% |
| Fenfluramine | 37 | 135% |
| Imipramine | 26,000 | 0.2% |
| Isoxsuprine | 100 | 50% |
| l-Amphetamine | 2,100 | 2.4% |
| d-Methamphetamine | 1,200 | 4.2% |
| l-Methamphetamine | 90 | 56% |
| l-Phenylephrine | 16,600 | 0.3% |
| MBDB | 42 | 119% |
| MDA | 130 | 38% |
| MDEA | 40 | 125% |
| 4-Methylethcathinone (4-MEC) | 7,839 | 0.6% |
| Mephentermine | 120 | 42% |
| Methylone | 3,783 | 1.3% |
| Nortriptyline | 23,100 | 0.2% |
| Phentermine | 1,000 | 5% |
| PMA | 350 | 14% |
| PMMA | 39 | 128% |
| Verapamil | 1,800 | 2.7% |
| (+/-) Pseudoephedrine | >20,000 | <0.3% |
| Cyclobenzaprine | >10,000 | <0.5% |
| Fentanyl | 4,000 | 1.3% |
| Bupropion | >20,000 | <0.3% |
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Potential interference from structurally unrelated compounds was tested by spiking the potentially interfering compound into human oral fluid drug controls having drug concentration at 0, -50 % and +50% of the cutoff. All were tested at a concentration of 30,000 ng/mL unless otherwise noted. No negative or positive interference was seen in this study.
Structurally Unrelated Compounds that do not interfere
| Compound | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cotinine | D-Glucose | Norchlordiazepoxide |
| (-) Epinephrine | Diacetylmorphine (Heroin) | Norcocaine |
| (+) Brompheniramine | Diazepam | Nordiazepam |
| (+) Chlorpheniramine | digoxin | Norketamine |
| (+) Naproxen | Dihydrocodeine | Normorphine |
| (+/-) Chlorpheniramine | Diphenhydramine | Norpropoxyphene |
| (+/-) Epinephrine | Diphenylhydantoin | O-Desmethylvenlafaxine |
| Isoprenaline | Dopamine | Oxalic acid |
| (+/-) Methadone | Doxylamine | Oxazepam |
| 11-Hydroxy-Δ-9-THC* | d-Propoxyphene | Oxycodone |
| 4-Aminophenylsulfone | Ecgonine | Oxymorphone |
| 4-Dimethylaminoantipyrine | Ecgonine methyl ester | Pantoprazole |
| 4-Hydroxy-PCP | EDDP | PCM (PCP Analog) |
| 6-Monoacetylmorphine | Enalapril | Penicillin G |
| Acetaminophen | Erythromycin | Pentazocine |
| Acetylsalicylic acid | Ethylmorphine | Pentobarbital |
| Alprazolam | Fenoprofen | Perphenazine |
| Amobarbital | Flunitrazepam | Phencyclidine |
| Amoxicillin | Fluoxetine | Phendimetrazine |
| Ampicillin | Flurazepam | Pheniramine |
| Aprobarbital | Furosemide | Phenobarbital |
| Ascorbic acid | Gentisic Acid | Phenothiazine |
| Aspartame | Glipizide | Phenylpropanolamine |
| Atropine | Guaiacol glycerol | Prazepam |
| Benzocaine | Hydrocodone | Primidone |
| Benzoylecgonine | Hydromorphone | Procaine |
| Bromazepam | Ibuprofen | Procainamide |
| Buprenorphine | Ketamine | Promethazine |
| Butabarbital | Levorphanol | Propoxyphene |
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| Butalbital | Levothyroxine | Protriptyline |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Caffeine | Lidocaine | Quetiapine |
| Cannabidiol | Loperamide | Quinidine |
| Cannabinol | Lorazepam | Ranitidine |
| Captopril | l-Phenylalanine | Rifampin |
| Carbamazepine | LSD** | Salicyluric acid |
| Chlordiazepoxide | Maprotiline | Secobarbital |
| Chloroquine | Medazepam | Sulindac |
| Chlorothiazide | Meperidine | Temazepam |
| Chlorpromazine | Methadol | Theophylline |
| Cimetidine | Methaqualone | Tolmetin |
| Clobazam | Methylphenidate | Tramadol |
| Clomipramine | Metoprolol | Triazolam |
| Clonazepam | Morphine | Trifluoperazine |
| Chlorazepate | Morphine-3βDG | Trimethobenzamide |
| Cocaethylene | Nalorphine | Trimipramine |
| Cocaine | Naloxone | Tyramine |
| Codeine | Naltrexone | Venlafaxine |
| Creatine | Niacinamide | Zomepirac |
| Cyclizine | Nicotine | Δ-8-THC* |
| Desipramine | Nifedipine | Δ-9-THC |
| Dexbrompheniramine | Nitrazepam | Δ-9-THC acid |
| Dextromethorphan | N-Methylephedrine | Hydroxy-buproprion |
| * Tested at 3,000 ng/mL** Tested at 1,500 ng/mL | | |
To evaluate the effect of endogenous substances, pH, food, drinks, medications, and tobacco products that may be present in oral fluid samples, aliquots of a neat oral fluid pool were prepared and spiked with the potential interferent and MDMA to achieve approximately $+/- 50\%$ of the cutoff. Samples were then processed through a RapidEASE Oral Fluid Collector and analyzed. No negative or positive interference was observed in this study.
| Compound Name | Neat Oral Fluid Concentration |
| --- | --- |
| Human Serum Albumin (HSA) | 1.0 mg/mL |
| Alcohol (Ethanol) | 1% v/v |
| Baking Soda | 6% w/v |
| Whole Blood | 0.4% v/v |
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| Hemoglobin | 0.5 mg/mL |
| --- | --- |
| Hydrogen Peroxide, OTC (3%) | 6% v/v |
| Sodium Chloride | 18 ng/mL |
| pH 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 45 ng/mL |
| Denture Adhesive | 0.6% w/v |
| Ascorbic Acid | 1 mg/mL |
| Bilirubin | 150 ug/mL |
| IgA | 0.1 mg/mL |
| IgG | 0.5 mg/mL |
| IgM | 0.1 mg/mL |
| Antiseptic Mouthwash | 1 oz. |
| Cough Syrup | 1 teaspoon |
| Cranberry Juice | 6 oz. |
| Orange Juice | 8 oz. |
| Tooth Paste | 1 gram |
| Chewing Tobacco | 1 gram |
| Cigarettes | 1 cigarette |
| Chewing Gum | 1 piece |
| Hard Candy | 1 piece |
| Teeth Whitening Strips | 2 strips |
| Cola | 12 oz. |
| Water | 6 oz. |
| Antacid | 2 x 500 mg tablets |
| Coffee | 8 oz. |
| Tea | 8 oz. |
Labeling indicates that there is a possibility that other substances and/or factors not listed above may interfere with the test and cause false results.
f. Assay cut-off:
Analytical performance of the device around the cutoff is described in the precision section M.1.a. above.
2. Comparison studies:
a. Method comparison with predicate device:
Neat oral fluid was collected with the RapidEASE Oral Fluid Collector from volunteers potentially positive and negative for MDMA. Samples were handled according to RapidEASE protocols including 7 days at ambient temperature
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(including shipping), refrigerated for up to 30 days and then frozen at $-10^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$ to $-25^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$ until testing.
The samples were randomized and blinded to the instrument operator and assayed using the RapidFRET MDMA assay and gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GC/MS). A total of 308 samples were analyzed for MDMA content and the results are summarized below:
| | Negative by the predicate device or less than half the cutoff concentration by GC/MS analysis | Near Cutoff Negative (Between 50% below the cutoff and the cutoff concentration) | Near Cutoff Positive (Between the cutoff and 50% above the cutoff concentration) | High Positive (greater than 50% above the cutoff concentration) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Positive | 5 | 1 | 12 | 107 |
| Negative | 180 | 20 | 0 | 0 |
Six false-positive samples were identified. Of these 6 samples, one contained 28.2 ng/mL MDMA and 4.4 ng/mL methamphetamine (MET); one contained 5990 ng/mL MET and 578 ng/mL amphetamine (AMP); one contained 1150 ng/mL MET and 196 ng/mL AMP; one contained 19.2 ng/mL MDMA, 6.6 ng/mL d-MET, 21.2 ng/mL l-MET and 2.5 ng/mL AMP; one contained 7.8 ng/mL MDMA, 2.8 ng/mL MET, 7,240 ng/mL 4-methylethcathinone (4-MEC) and 47,000 ng/mL methylone; and another contained 17.2 ng/mL MDMA and 8,920 ng/mL methylone.
b. Matrix comparison:
Not applicable. Oral fluid is the only acceptable 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):
Literature references were provided to support a screening cut-off of $50\mathrm{ng / mL}$ for MDMA in oral fluid in the intended use population.
Samyn, Nele, et al., Forensic Science International, Vol. 128, 2002, 90 - 97
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Barnes, Allen J., et al., Therapeutic Drug Monitoring, October 2011; 33(5); 602-608
4. Clinical cut-off:
Not applicable.
5. Expected values/Reference range:
Not applicable.
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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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.