Discarded clinical urine samples from clinical testing laboratories
Retrospective clinical urine samples were used to perform a method comparison between the candidate device and LC-MS/MS to validate the assay's performance in a clinical setting.
Anonymous and discarded clinical urine samples; Sample Size: 80
LC-MS/MS (Mass Spectrometry)
Qualitative and semi-quantitative agreement with LC-MS/MS
Indications for Use
The Immunalysis Methamphetamine Urine Enzyme Immunoassay is a homogeneous enzyme immunoassay with dual cutoffs of 500ng/mL and 1000ng/mL. The assay is intended for use in laboratories for the qualitative and semi-quantitative analysis of Methamphetamine in human urine with automated clinical chemistry analyzers. This assay is calibrated against Methamphetamine. This in-vitro diagnostic device is for prescription use only. The semi-quantitative mode is for purposes of enabling laboratories to determine an appropriate dilution of the specimen for confirmation by a confirmatory method such as Gas Chromatography/ Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) or permitting laboratories to establish quality control procedures. The Immunalysis Methamphetamine Urine Enzyme Immunoassay Kit provides only a preliminary analytical test result. A more specific alternate chemical method must be used in order to obtain a confirmed analytical result. GC-MS or Liquid Chromatography / Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS) is the preferred confirmatory method. Clinical consideration and professional judgment should be applied to any drug of abuse test result, particularly when preliminary positive results are used. The Immunalysis Multi-Drug Calibrators are intended for in vitro diagnostic use for the calibration of assays for the analytes currently listed in the package insert: Benzoylecgonine, Methamphetamine, Morphine, PCP and Oxazepam. The calibrators are designed for prescription use with immunoassays.
Device Story
The Immunalysis Methamphetamine Urine Enzyme Immunoassay is a homogeneous enzyme immunoassay used in clinical laboratories to detect methamphetamine in human urine. The device utilizes automated clinical chemistry analyzers to process urine samples. The assay reagents include monoclonal antibodies to methamphetamine, glucose-6-phosphate, NAD, and a methamphetamine derivative labeled with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase. The principle of operation is based on competitive binding; the presence of methamphetamine in the sample competes with the enzyme-labeled drug for antibody binding sites, resulting in a measurable change in enzyme activity. The device provides qualitative and semi-quantitative results, which are used by clinicians to identify potential drug use and determine the need for confirmatory testing via GC-MS or LC/MS. The Immunalysis Multi-Drug Calibrators are used to calibrate the assay. The device aids in clinical decision-making by providing preliminary screening results, allowing for efficient laboratory workflows and timely patient assessment.
Clinical Evidence
Performance was evaluated using 80 clinical urine samples compared against LC-MS/MS. Qualitative and semi-quantitative modes were tested at 500ng/mL and 1000ng/mL cutoffs. Results showed high agreement (98-100%) with LC-MS/MS confirmation. Precision, specificity, and interference studies (including pH, specific gravity, and common drugs/endogenous compounds) were conducted on a Beckman Coulter AU 400e analyzer, confirming the assay is robust and unaffected by potential interferents.
Technological Characteristics
Homogeneous enzyme immunoassay; reagents include monoclonal antibody to Methamphetamine, G6P, NAD, and Methamphetamine-labeled G6PDH. Liquid, ready-to-use format. Energy source: spectrophotometric measurement at 340nm. Storage: 2–8°C. Compatible with automated clinical chemistry analyzers capable of precise temperature control, pipetting, and timing.
Indications for Use
Indicated for the qualitative and semi-quantitative analysis of Methamphetamine in human urine in laboratory settings using automated clinical chemistry analyzers. Intended for prescription use only. Provides preliminary analytical results requiring confirmation by GC-MS or LC/MS.
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
Microgenics, Inc. DRI® Methamphetamines Assay (k093114)
Lin-Zhi International Multi-Analyte Urine Drugs of Abuse Calibrators (k051088)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# 510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION DECISION MEMORANDUM ASSAY ONLY TEMPLATE
A. 510(k) Number:
k153693
B. Purpose for Submission:
New device
C. Measurand:
Methamphetamine
D. Type of Test:
Homogenous enzyme immunoassay
E. Applicant:
Immunalysis Corporation
F. Proprietary and Established Names:
Immunalysis Methamphetamine Urine Enzyme Immunoassay
Immunalysis Multi-Drug Calibrators
G. Regulatory Information:
| Product Code | Classification | Regulation Section | Panel |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| LAF | Class II | 21 CFR 862.3610, Methamphetamine test system | Toxicology (91) |
| DLJ | Class II | 21 CFR 862.3200, Clinical toxicology calibrator | Toxicology (91) |
H. Intended Use:
1. Intended use(s):
Refer to Indications for Use below.
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2. Indication(s) for use:
The Immunalysis Methamphetamine Urine Enzyme Immunoassay is a homogeneous enzyme immunoassay with dual cutoffs of 500ng/mL and 1000ng/mL. The assay is intended for use in laboratories for the qualitative and semi-quantitative analysis of Methamphetamine in human urine with automated clinical chemistry analyzers. This assay is calibrated against Methamphetamine. This in-vitro diagnostic device is for prescription use only.
The semi-quantitative mode is for purposes of enabling laboratories to determine an appropriate dilution of the specimen for confirmation by a confirmatory method such as Gas Chromatography/ Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) or permitting laboratories to establish quality control procedures.
The Immunalysis Methamphetamine Urine Enzyme Immunoassay Kit provides only a preliminary analytical test result. A more specific alternate chemical method must be used in order to obtain a confirmed analytical result. GC-MS or Liquid Chromatography / Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS) is the preferred confirmatory method. Clinical consideration and professional judgment should be applied to any drug of abuse test result, particularly when preliminary positive results are used.
The Immunalysis Multi-Drug Calibrators are intended for in vitro diagnostic use for the calibration of assays for the analytes currently listed in the package insert: Benzoylecgonine, Methamphetamine, Morphine, PCP and Oxazepam. The calibrators are designed for prescription use with immunoassays.
3. Special conditions for use statement(s):
For prescription use only.
For in vitro diagnostic use only.
4. Special instrument requirements:
The Beckman Coulter AU400e Chemistry Analyzer was used to generate the performance data in this submission. Instruments must be capable of maintaining a constant reaction temperature, pipetting samples and reagents, mixing reagents, timing reactions and measuring enzyme rates precisely.
I. Device Description:
The assay consists of antibody/ substrate reagent and enzyme conjugate reagent. The antibody/ substrate reagent includes monoclonal antibodies to Methamphetamine, glucose-6-phosphate (G6P) and nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) in Tris buffer with Sodium Azide as a preservative. The enzyme conjugate reagent includes Methamphetamine derivative labeled with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PDH) in Tris buffer with Sodium Azide
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as a preservative.
All of the Immunalysis Multi-Drug Calibrators are liquid and ready to use. Each contains a known concentration of a specific drug analyte as a mixture. The negative calibrator is a processed, drug-free synthetic urine matrix with sodium azide as a preservative. The Level 1, 2, 3 and 4 calibrators are prepared by spiking known concentrations of drug analyte into the negative calibrator matrix. These five calibrators (negative, Level 1, 2, 3 and 4) are sold as individual bottles. The concentration of drug analyte in the corresponding calibrators is summarized as follows:
| Analyte | Multi-Drug Calibrators | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 |
| Benzoylecgonine | 150 ng/mL | 300 ng/mL | 500 ng/mL | 1000 ng/mL |
| Methamphetamine | 500 ng/mL | 1000 ng/mL | 1500 ng/mL | 2000 ng/mL |
| Morphine | 100 ng/mL | 300 ng/mL | 500 ng/mL | 1000 ng/mL |
| PCP | 12.5 ng/mL | 25 ng/mL | 50 ng/mL | 100 ng/mL |
| Oxazepam | 100 ng/mL | 200 ng/mL | 500 ng/mL | 1000 ng/mL |
## J. Substantial Equivalence Information:
1. Predicate device name(s):
Microgenics, Inc. DRI® Methamphetamines Assay
Lin-Zhi International Multi-Analyte Urine Drugs of Abuse Calibrators
2. Predicate 510(k) number(s):
k093114
k051088
3. Comparison with predicate:
| Similarities - Reagent | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Predicate Device Microgenics, Inc. DRI Methamphetamines Assay k093114 | Candidate Device Immunalysis Methamphetamine Urine Enzyme Immunoassay |
| Intended Use | For the qualitative and semi-quantitative determination of Methamphetamine in human urine | Same |
| Measured Analytes | Methamphetamine and | Methamphetamine |
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| Similarities - Reagent | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| | Amphetamine | |
| Test Matrix | Urine | Same |
| Item | Predicate Device Microgenics, Inc. DRI Methamphetamines Assay k093114 | Candidate Device Immunalysis Methamphetamine Urine Enzyme Immunoassay |
| Cutoff Levels | 500 ng/mL and 1000 ng/mL of Methamphetamine and Amphetamine | 500 ng/mL and 1000 ng/mL of Methamphetamine |
| Methodology | Homogeneous Enzyme Immunoassay | Same |
| Materials | Liquid Ready-to-Use Two Reagent Assay (R1 and R2) | Antibody/Substrate Reagents and Enzyme Labeled Conjugate |
| Storage | 2 – 8°C until expiration date | Same |
| Differences - Reagent | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Predicate Device Microgenics, Inc. DRI Methamphetamines Assay k093114 | Candidate Device Immunalysis Methamphetamine Urine Enzyme Immunoassay |
| Antibody | Monoclonal antibodies to Methamphetamine and/or Amphetamine | Monoclonal antibody to Methamphetamine |
| Similarities - Calibrators | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Predicate Device Lin-Zhi International Multi-Analyte Urine Drugs of Abuse Calibrators k051088 | Candidate Device Immunalysis Multi-Drug Calibrators |
| Matrix | Urine | Same |
| Calibrator Levels | 5 Levels | Same |
| Storage | 2 – 8°C until expiration date | Same |
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| Differences - Calibrators | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Predicate Device Lin-Zhi International Multi-Analyte Urine Drugs of Abuse Calibrators k051088 | Candidate Device Immunalysis Multi-Drug Calibrators |
| Analytes | benzoylecgonine, d-methamphetamine, methadone, morphine, oxazepam, secobarbital, phencyclidine, propoxyphene | benzoylecgonine, methamphetamine, morphine, PCP |
# K. Standard/Guidance Document Referenced (if applicable):
CLSI EP07-A2: Interference Testing in Clinical Chemistry: Approved Guideline - Second Edition
# L. Test Principle:
The assay is based on the competition of Methamphetamine labeled enzyme glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PDH) and the free drug in the urine sample for a fixed amount of antibody binding sites. In the absence of the free drug in the sample, the antibody binds the drug enzyme conjugate and enzyme activity is inhibited. This creates a dose response relationship between drug concentration in the urine sample and enzyme activity. The enzyme G6PDH activity is determined at $340\mathrm{nm}$ spectrophotometrically by the conversion of NAD to NADH.
# M. Performance Characteristics (if/when applicable):
# 1. Analytical performance:
# a. Precision/Reproducibility:
The sponsor performed precision studies in-house following the guidelines provided in CLSI EP5-A2. The study was performed using drug free urine samples spiked with methamphetamine and analyzed on a Beckman Coulter / Olympus AU400e Chemistry Analyzer. Samples were measured in duplicate in two runs per day for 20 days $(n = 80)$ . The data are summarized in the following tables:
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Qualitative analysis (500 ng/mL cutoff)
| Concentration (ng/mL) | % of cutoff | Result |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 0 | -100 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 125 | -75 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 250 | -50 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 375 | -25 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 500 | Cutoff | 41 Neg / 39 Pos |
| 625 | +25 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
| 750 | +50 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
| 875 | +75 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
| 1000 | +100 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
Qualitative analysis (1000 ng/mL cutoff)
| Concentration | % of cutoff | Result |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 0 | -100 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 250 | -75 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 500 | -50 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 750 | -25 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 1000 | Cutoff | 44 Neg / 36 Pos |
| 1250 | +25 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
| 1500 | +50 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
| 1750 | +75 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
| 2000 | +100 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
Semi-quantitative analysis (500 ng/mL cutoff)
| Concentration | % of cutoff | Result |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 0 | -100 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 125 | -75 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 250 | -50 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 375 | -25 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 500 | Cutoff | 35 Neg / 45 Pos |
| 625 | +25 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
| 750 | +50 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
| 875 | +75 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
| 1000 | +100 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
Semi-quantitative analysis (1000 ng/mL cutoff)
| Concentration | % of cutoff | Result |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 0 | -100 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 250 | -75 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 500 | -50 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 750 | -25 | 80 Neg / 0 Pos |
| 1000 | Cutoff | 37 Neg / 43 Pos |
| 1250 | +25 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
| 1500 | +50 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
| 1750 | +75 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
| 2000 | +100 | 80 Pos / 0 Neg |
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b. Linearity/assay reportable range:
A drug free urine pool was spiked with a high concentration of Methamphetamine (at a level above the highest calibrator) and was used as the high value specimen. Additional pools were made by serially diluting the high value specimen with drug free urine in increments of about 10%. Aliquots from each pool were analyzed in triplicate in the semi-quantitative mode.. For each known concentration, drug recovery was calculated using the mean concentration of the replicates. The results of the study are summarized below:
| Expected Concentration (ng/mL) | Mean Concentration (ng/mL) | Recovery (%) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 200 | 272.7 | 136.4 |
| 400 | 436.8 | 109.2 |
| 600 | 674.6 | 112.4 |
| 800 | 830.0 | 103.8 |
| 1000 | 1107.6 | 110.8 |
| 1200 | 1247.0 | 103.9 |
| 1400 | 1481.2 | 105.8 |
| 1600 | 1711.5 | 107.0 |
| 1800 | 1917.4 | 106.5 |
| 2000 | 2080.7 | 104.0 |
| 2200 | 2226.4 | 101.2 |
c. Traceability, Stability, Expected values (controls, calibrators, or methods):
The analytes in the calibrators have been traced to a commercially available standard solution. The standard is certified material with the concentration verified by GC-MS or LC/MS-MS. This standard is diluted with calibrator buffer to make the calibrators in the desired concentrations. The concentrations are confirmed by Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry Analysis (GC-MS) and/or Liquid Chromatography/ Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS-MS).
Stability protocols and acceptance criteria for the calibrators were reviewed and found to be acceptable. The sponsor claims that when stored at 2 – 8°C calibrators and controls are stable for one year. The sponsor claims that once opened, the calibrators and controls are stable for 60 days when stored at 2 – 8°C.
The Negative Calibrator is a processed, drug free urine matrix. The standard is compared to a reference negative standard to ensure that it is free of analyte. Value is assigned when the test is within the acceptable range.
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Values are assigned to the controls and calibrators once the GC/MS or LC/MS/MS results are within the acceptable ranges. The negative standard is prepared with BSA Buffer. The standard is compared to a reference negative standard to ensure that it is free of analyte. The value is assigned when the test is within the acceptable range.
d. Detection limit:
Not applicable.
e. Analytical specificity:
Potential interference from non-structurally related compounds and endogenous compounds was evaluated in both the qualitative and semi-quantitative modes by following CLSI EP 7-A2: Interference Testing in Clinical Chemistry. Potential interferents were spiked into drug free urine containing Methamphetamine at ± 25% of the cutoff (375 ng/mL and 625 ng/mL for the 500 ng/mL cutoff or 750 ng/mL and 1,250 ng/mL for the 1,000 ng/mL cutoff). The following compounds at 100,000 ng/mL were found not to interfere with the assay at either cutoff in qualitative or semi-quantitative mode.
| 4-Bromo-2,5,Dimethoxy phenethylamine | Ethylmorphine | Norbuprenorphine |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 6-Acetylmorphine | Fentanyl | Norcodeine |
| 7-Aminoclonazepam | Flunitrazepam | Nordiazepam |
| Alprazolam | Fluoxetine | Normorphine |
| Amitriptyline | Flurazepam | Norpropoxyphene |
| Amobarbital | Heroin | Nortriptyline |
| Benzylpiperazine | Hexobarbital | Oxazepam |
| Bromazepam | Hydrocodone | Oxycodone |
| Buprenorphine | Hydromorphone | Oxymorphone |
| Bupropion | 11-hydroxy-Δ-9-THC | Phencyclidine |
| Butabarbital | Ibuprofen | Pentazocine |
| Carbamazepine | Imipramine | Pentobarbital |
| Chlordiazepoxide | Ketamine | Phenobarbital |
| Chlorpromazine | Levorphanol Tartrate | Phentermine |
| cis-Tramadol | Lidocaine | Phenytoin |
| Clobazam | Lorazepam | Prazepam |
| Clomipramine | LSD | Propranolol |
| Clonazepam | Maprotiline | Protriptyline |
| Cocaine | Meperidine | Ranitidine |
| Codeine | Meprobamate | Ritalinic Acid |
| Cyclobenzaprine | Methadone | Secobarbital |
| N-Desmethyltapentadol | Methaquolone | Sufentanil Citrate |
| Delta-9-THC | Methylphenidate | Temazepam |
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| Desipramine | Morphine | 11-nor-9 carboxy THC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dextromethorphan | Morphine-3β-glucuronide | Thioridazine |
| Diazepam | Morphine-6β-glucuronide | Triazolam |
| Dihydrocodeine | Nalorphine | Trifluoromethyl phenyl-piperazine |
| Doxepin | Naloxone | Trimipramine |
| EDDP | Naltrexone | Venlafaxine |
| Ethyl β-D-glucuronide | Nitrazepam | |
In addition, Acetaminophen, Acetylsalicylic Acid, Benzoylecgonine, and Caffeine were found not to interfere at a concentration of 500,000 ng/mL.
The following endogenous substances at the concentrations listed below did not interfere with the assay at either cutoff in qualitative or semi-quantitative mode:
| Compound | Concentration Tested |
| --- | --- |
| Acetone | 1.0 g/dL |
| Ascorbic Acid | 1.5 g/dL |
| Bilirubin | 0.002 g/dL |
| Creatinine | 0.5 g/dL |
| Ethanol | 1.0 g/dL |
| Galactose | 0.01 g / dL |
| γ-Globulin | 0.5 g/dL |
| Glucose | 2.0 g/dL |
| Hemoglobin | 0.150 g/dL |
| Human Serum Albumin | 0.5 g/dL |
| Oxalic Acid | 0.1 g/dL |
| Riboflavin | 0.0075 g/dL |
| Sodium Azide | 1% w/v |
| Sodium Chloride | 6.0 g/dL |
| Sodium Fluoride | 1% w/v |
| Urea | 6.0 g/dL |
Boric acid at a concentration of 1% w/v was found to cause false negative results at +25% and +50% of the cutoff for both qualitative and semi-quantitative modes. The labeling recommends that Boric Acid not be used as a preservative for urine samples.
Effect of pH: The sponsor evaluated the effect of pH on the test results using both qualitative and semi-quantitative modes. Drug free urine containing Methamphetamine at ±25% of the cutoff (375 ng/mL and 625 ng/mL for the 500 ng/mL cutoff and 750 ng/mL and 1250 ng/mL for the 1000 ng/mL cutoff) were pH adjusted using hydrochloric acid or sodium hydroxide. pH values of 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0, 10.0 and 11.0 did not interfere with the test result at either cutoff in qualitative or semi-quantitative mode.
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Effect of specific gravity: The sponsor evaluated the effect of specific gravity on the test results using both qualitative and semi-quantitative modes. Drug free urine containing Methamphetamine at $\pm 25\%$ of the cutoff (375 ng/mL and 625 ng/mL for the 500 ng/mL cutoff and 750 ng/mL and 1250 ng/mL for the 1000 ng/mL cutoff) were adjusted using salt or albumin. Specific Gravity values of 1.000, 1.002, 1.005, 1.010, 1.015, 1.020, 1.025 and 1.030 did not interfere with the test result at either cutoff in qualitative or semi-quantitative mode.
Cross reactivity from structurally related compounds was evaluated in the qualitative and semi-quantitative modes by spiking into drug-free urine. Each potential cross-reacting compound was spiked and evaluated independently, and each spiked sample was tested in singlicate. No differences were observed between the qualitative and semi-quantitative modes. The compounds tested and the concentration approximately equivalent to the 500 and $1000\mathrm{ng / mL}$ cutoffs are listed below:
| 500 ng/mL cutoff | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Compound | Concentration Tested (ng/mL) | Cross-Reactivity (%) |
| (+) Methamphetamine | 500 | 100.00 |
| (-) Methamphetamine | 90,000 | 0.56 |
| (+) Amphetamine | 20,000 | 2.50 |
| (-) Amphetamine | 900,000 | 0.06 |
| Methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA) | 18,000 | 2.78 |
| Methoxyamphetamine (PMA) | 15,000 | 3.33 |
| Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) | 800 | 62.50 |
| MDEA | 3,000 | 16.67 |
| Fenfluramine | 7,000 | 7.14 |
| (+) Pseudoephedrine | 75,000 | 0.67 |
| (-) Pseudoephedrine | 300,000 | 0.17 |
| (-) Ephedrine | 65,000 | 0.77 |
| (+) Ephedrine | 1,000,000 | <0.05 |
| Phentermine | 500,000 | 0.10 |
| Tyramine | 850,000 | 0.06 |
| Phenylephrine | 800,000 | 0.06 |
| Diphenhydramine | 1,000,000 | <0.050 |
| Phenylpropanolamine | 1,000,000 | < 0.0005 |
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| 1000 ng/mL cutoff | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Compound | Concentration Tested (ng/mL) | Cross-Reactivity (%) |
| (+) Methamphetamine | 1,000 | 100.00 |
| (-) Methamphetamine | 200,000 | 0.44 |
| (+) Amphetamine | 60,000 | 2.50 |
| (-) Amphetamine | 1,000,000 | <0.10 |
| Methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA) | 40,000 | 2.50 |
| Methoxyamphetamine (PMA) | 40,000 | 3.33 |
| Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) | 1,000 | 71.43 |
| MDEA | 5,000 | 14.29 |
| Fenfluramine | 10,000 | 6.06 |
| (+) Pseudoephedrine | 200,000 | 0.67 |
| (-) Pseudoephedrine | 1,000,000 | 0.13 |
| (-) Ephedrine | 200,000 | 0.57 |
| (+) Ephedrine | 1,000,000 | <0.10 |
| Phentermine | 1,000,000 | <0.10 |
| Tyramine | 1,000,000 | <0.10 |
| Phenylephrine | 1,000,000 | <0.10 |
| Diphenhydramine | 1,000,000 | <0.10 |
| Phenylpropanolamine | 1,000,000 | <0.10 |
f. Assay cut-off:
Analytical performance of the device around the claimed cutoff is described in the precision section M.1.a. above.
2. Comparison studies:
a. Method comparison with predicate device:
The method comparison study was performed in-house using unaltered, clinical urine samples obtained from clinical testing laboratories. A total of 80 samples were analyzed using both the $500\mathrm{ng / mL}$ and $1000\mathrm{ng / mL}$ cutoffs. Each sample was run in singlicate on a Beckman Coulter AU400e Chemistry Analyzer and the result was compared to that obtained by liquid chromatography/mass spectroscopy (LC/MS). The results of the assay performance compared to LC/MS are summarized below:
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500 ng/mL cutoff (n = 80)
| Candidate Device Result | Methamphetamine Concentration by LC/MS (ng/mL) | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | < 250 | 250 – 499 | 500 – 750 | > 750 |
| Qualitative / POS | 0 | 0 | 4 | 36 |
| Qualitative / NEG | 36 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Semi-quant / POS | 0 | 1* | 4 | 36 |
| Semi-quant / NEG | 36 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Qualitative agreement among positives = 40 / 40 (100%)
Qualitative agreement among negatives = 40 / 40 (100%)
Semi-quant agreement among positives = 40 / 40 (100%)
Semi-quant agreement among negatives = 39 / 40 (98%)
*Discordant sample – 500 ng/mL cutoff
| Candidate Device Result | | | | LC/MS result (ng/mL) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Sample ID | Qualitative result | Semi-quantitative | | |
| | | Conc (ng/mL) | Result | |
| 358433ZA | POS | 544.9 | POS | 494 |
1000 ng/mL cutoff (n = 80)
| Candidate Device Result | Methamphetamine Concentration by LC/MS (ng/mL) | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | < 500 | 500 – 999 | 1000 – 1500 | > 1500 |
| Qualitative / POS | 0 | 0 | 16 | 24 |
| Qualitative / NEG | 36 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Semi-quant / POS | 0 | 0 | 3 | 36 |
| Semi-quant / NEG | 36 | 4 | 1* | 0 |
Qualitative agreement among positives = 40 / 40 (100%)
Qualitative agreement among negatives = 40 / 40 (100%)
Semi-quant agreement among positives = 39 / 40 (98%)
Semi-quant agreement among negatives = 40 / 40 (100%)
*Discordant sample – 1000 ng/mL cutoff
| Candidate Device Result | | | | LC/MS result (ng/mL) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Sample ID | Qualitative result | Semi-quantitative | | |
| | | Conc (ng/mL) | Result | |
| 358429ZA | POS | 998.5 | NEG | 1017 |
b. Matrix comparison:
Not applicable. This device is intended to be used with urine samples only.
3. Clinical studies:
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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:
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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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.