LinkQuest Diagnostic Ultrasound System model SQ860
K172059 · Linkquest, Inc. · IYN · Oct 5, 2017 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K172059
Device Name
LinkQuest Diagnostic Ultrasound System model SQ860
Applicant
Linkquest, Inc.
Product Code
IYN · Radiology
Decision Date
Oct 5, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1550
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The LinkQuest Diagnostic Ultrasound SQ860 is intended for diagnostic ultrasound imaging analysis of adults, pregnant women, pediatric patients and neonates. It is intended for use by or on the order of a physician or similarly qualified health care professional in fetal, abdominal, pediatric, small organ (breast, thyroid, testes), neonatal cephalic, adult cephalic, trans-rectal, musculo-skeletal (conventional, superficial), cardiac adult, cardiac pediatric, peripheral vessel and urology exams.
Device Story
Mobile, software-controlled diagnostic ultrasound system; acquires/displays images via linear, convex, intracavity, phased, and 4D array probes (2-10 MHz). Operates in B-Mode, M-Mode, Color-Mode, PW/CW-Mode, TDI, 3D/4D, and Elastography. Used in clinical settings by physicians or qualified healthcare professionals for diagnostic imaging and fluid flow analysis. Provides real-time visual output for clinical assessment; aids in biopsy guidance, nerve block injections, and general diagnostic evaluation. Benefits include non-invasive visualization of internal structures and blood flow to support clinical decision-making.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence is supported by non-clinical bench testing, including compliance with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-2-37, ISO 14971, ISO 10993, NEMA UD-2, and AIUM/NEMA UD-3 standards.
Technological Characteristics
Mobile ultrasound system; frequency range 2-10 MHz. Probes: linear, convex, intracavity, phased, 4D arrays. Modes: B, M, Color, PW/CW Doppler, TDI, 3D/4D, Elastography. Compliance: IEC 60601-1 (safety), IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC), IEC 60601-2-37 (ultrasound), ISO 14971 (risk management), ISO 10993 (biocompatibility), NEMA UD-2/UD-3 (acoustic output).
Indications for Use
Indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis in adults, pregnant women, pediatric patients, and neonates. Clinical applications include fetal, abdominal, small organ (breast, thyroid, testes), neonatal/adult cephalic, pediatric, trans-rectal, trans-vaginal, musculoskeletal, cardiac, peripheral vessel, and urology exams.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ultrasonic pulsed doppler imaging system is a device that combines the features of continuous wave doppler-effect technology with pulsed-echo effect technology and is intended to determine stationary body tissue characteristics, such as depth or location of tissue interfaces or dynamic tissue characteristics such as velocity of blood or tissue motion. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
October 5, 2017
Linkquest Inc. C/0 Dr. Xiaolong Yu President 6749 Top Gun Street #100 San Diego CA 92121
Re: K172059
Trade/Device Name: LinkQuest Diagnostic Ultrasound System model SO860 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1550 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic pulsed doppler imaging system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: IYN, IYO, ITX Dated: June 28, 2017 Received: July 7, 2017
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) k172059
Device Name
LinkQuest Diagnostic Ultrasound System model SQ860
Indications for Use (Describe)
The LinkQuest Diagnostic Ultrasound SQ860 is intended for diagnostic ultrasound imaging analysis of adults, pregnant women, pediatric patients and neonates. It is intended for use by or on the order of a physician or similarly qualified health care professional in fetal, abdominal, pediatric, small organ (breast, thyroid, testes), neonatal cephalic, adult cephalic, trans-rectal, musculo-skeletal (conventional, superficial), cardiac adult, cardiac pediatric, peripheral vessel and urology exams.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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## Indications for Use Form
#### SQ 860 Diagnostic Ultrasound Systems System:
Transducer: N/A
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
|----------------------------|-------------------|---|-----|-----|---------------|--------------------|------------------|
| Specific<br>(Tracks 1 & 3) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color Doppler | Combined (Specify) | Other* (Specify) |
| Fetal | N | N | N | | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Abdominal | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Small Organ (Specify) | N | N | N | | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Neonatal Cephalic | N | N | N | | N | N(*1) | N(*2)` |
| Adult Cephalic | N | N | N | | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Pediatric | N | N | N | | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Trans-rectal | N | N | N | | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Trans-vaginal | N | N | N | | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Cardiac | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Peripheral Vessel | N | N | N | | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| MSK Conventional | N | N | N | | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| MSK Superficial | N | N | N | | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Vascular Access | N | N | N | | N | N(*1) | N(*2,*4) |
| Nerve Block | N | N | N | | N | N(*1) | N(*2,*3) |
| Other (Specify) | | | | | | | |
N = New indication; P = Previously cleared
Additional Comments:
Small Organ: Breast, Thyroid, Testicle
*1. B/M, B/PWD, B/CF/PWD, (B includes Simple B (SB) imaging, Harmonic Imaging (HI) , SB/HI ) *2. Elastography, Power Doppler (DPD). Biopsy Guidance Imaging, Panoramic Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging, Compound Imaging, Freehand 3D Imaging, Live 3D/4D Imaging.
*3. Imaging for guidance of nerve block injections
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Transducer: A8L1
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
|----------------------------|-------------------|---|-----|-----|------------------|-----------------------|---------------------|
| Specific<br>(Tracks 1 & 3) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined<br>(Specify) | Other*<br>(Specify) |
| Fetal | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Abdominal | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Small Organ (Specify) | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Neonatal Cephalic | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2)` |
| Adult Cephalic | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Pediatric | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Trans-rectal | | | | | | | |
| Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral Vessel | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| MSK Conventional | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| MSK Superficial | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Vascular Access | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2,*4) |
| Nerve Block | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2,*3) |
| Other (Specify) | | | | | | | |
N = New indication; P = Previously cleared
Additional Comments:
Small Organ: Breast, Thyroid, Testicle
*1. B/M, B/PWD, B/CF/PWD, (B includes Simple B (SB) imaging, Harmonic Imaging (HI) , SB/H )
*2. Elastography, Power Doppler (DPD). Biopsy Guidance Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging, Compound Imaging, Freehand 3D Imaging, Live 3D/4D Imaging.
*3. Imaging for guidance of nerve block injections
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Transducer: A3C1 Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
|----------------------------|-------------------|---|-----|-----|------------------|-----------------------|---------------------|
| Specific<br>(Tracks 1 & 3) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined<br>(Specify) | Other*<br>(Specify) |
| Fetal | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Abdominal | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Small Organ (Specify) | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| Pediatric | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Trans-rectal | | | | | | | |
| Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral Vessel | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| MSK Conventional | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| MSK Superficial | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Vascular Access | | | | | | | |
| Nerve Block | | | | | | | |
| Other (Specify) | | | | | | | |
N = New indication; P = Previously cleared
Additional Comments:
Small Organ: Breast, Thyroid, Testicle
*1. B/M, B/PWD, B/CF/PWD, (B includes Simple B (SB) imaging, Harmonic Imaging (HI) , SB/H )
*2. Elastography, Power Doppler (DPD). Biopsy Guidance Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging, Compound Imaging, Freehand 3D Imaging, Live 3D/4D Imaging.
*3. Imaging for guidance of nerve block injections
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Transducer: A3S1
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
|----------------------------|-------------------|---|-----|-----|------------------|-----------------------|---------------------|
| Specific<br>(Tracks 1 & 3) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined<br>(Specify) | Other*<br>(Specify) |
| Fetal<br>Abdominal | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Small Organ (Specify) | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | N | N | N | | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Adult Cephalic | N | N | N | | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Pediatric | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Trans-rectal | | | | | | | |
| Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Peripheral Vessel | | | | | | | |
| MSK Conventional | | | | | | | |
| MSK Superficial | | | | | | | |
| Vascular Access | | | | | | | |
| Nerve Block | | | | | | | |
| Other (Specify) | | | | | | | |
N = New indication; P = Previously cleared
### Additional Comments:
Small Organ: Breast, Thyroid, Testicle
*1. B/M, B/PWD, B/CWD, B/CF/PWD, (B includes Simple B (SB) imaging, Harmonic Imaging (HI) , SB/HI ) *2. Elastography, Power Doppler (DPD). Biopsy Guidance Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging,
Compound Imaging, Freehand 3D Imaging, Live 3D/4D Imaging.
*3. Imaging for guidance of nerve block injections
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Transducer: E8C1
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
|----------------------------|-------------------|---|-----|-----|------------------|-----------------------|---------------------|
| Specific<br>(Tracks 1 & 3) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined<br>(Specify) | Other*<br>(Specify) |
| Fetal | | | | | | | |
| Abdominal | | | | | | | |
| Small Organ (Specify) | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| Trans-rectal | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Trans-vaginal | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral Vessel | | | | | | | |
| MSK Conventional | | | | | | | |
| MSK Superficial | | | | | | | |
| Vascular Access | | | | | | | |
| Nerve Block | | | | | | | |
| Other (Specify) | | | | | | | |
N = New indication; P = Previously cleared
Additional Comments:
Small Organ: Breast, Thyroid, Testicle
*1. B/M, B/PWD, B/CF/PWD, (B includes Simple B (SB) imaging, Harmonic Imaging (HI) , SB/H )
*2. Elastography, Power Doppler (DPD). Biopsy Guidance Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging, Compound Imaging, Freehand 3D Imaging, Live 3D/4D Imaging.
*3. Imaging for guidance of nerve block injections
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Transducer: A3D1 Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
|----------------------------|-------------------|---|-----|-----|------------------|-----------------------|---------------------|
| Specific<br>(Tracks 1 & 3) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined<br>(Specify) | Other*<br>(Specify) |
| Fetal | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Abdominal | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Small Organ (Specify) | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| Pediatric | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| Trans-rectal | | | | | | | |
| Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral Vessel | N | N | N | N | N | N(*1) | N(*2) |
| MSK Conventional | | | | | | | |
| MSK Superficial | | | | | | | |
| Vascular Access | | | | | | | |
| Nerve Block | | | | | | | |
| Other (Specify) | | | | | | | |
N = New indication; P = Previously cleared
Additional Comments:
Small Organ: Breast, Thyroid, Testicle
*1. B/M, B/PWD, B/CF/PWD, (B includes Simple B (SB) imaging, Harmonic Imaging (HI) , SB/H )
*2. Elastography, Power Doppler (DPD). Biopsy Guidance Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging, Compound Imaging, Freehand 3D Imaging, Live 3D/4D Imaging.
*3. Imaging for guidance of nerve block injections
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## 510K SUMMARY
LinkQuest Diagnostic Ultrasound System and Transducers Model SQ860
| Submitter: | LinkQuest, Inc.<br>6749 Top Gun Street, Suite 100<br>San Diego, CA 92121<br>Phone: (858) 623-9900<br>Fax: (858) 623-9918 |
|-----------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Contact Person: | Xiaolong Yu, Ph.D.<br>Phone: (858) 623-9900<br>Fax: (858) 623-9918<br>E-Mail: xyu@link-quest.com |
| Trade Name: | LinkQuest Diagnostic Ultrasound System model SQ860 |
### Classification and Regulatory Class:
| Description | Class | Product Code |
|----------------------------------------------------------|-------|--------------|
| 21 CFR 892.1550 Ultrasonic Pulsed Doppler Imaging System | II | IYN |
| 21 CFR 892.1560 Ultrasonic Pulsed Echo Imaging System | II | IYO |
| 21 CFR 892.1570 Diagnostic Ultrasound Transducer | II | ITX |
#### Panel Identification: Radiolagy
Prior Submissions Statement: No previous submissions for this device.
### Device Description:
The LinkQuest Diagnostic Ultrasound System SQ860 is a general purpose, mobile, software controlled, ultrasound diagnostic system. Its function is to acquire and display ultrasound images in B-Mode, M-Mode, Color-Mode, PW-Mode, TDI mode, CW mode, 3D/4D mode, Elastography (Strain imaging) and/or the combined modes. This system is a Track 3 device that employs a set of probes that include linear array, convex array, Intracavity array, phased array and 4D array with a frequency range of approximately 2 MHz to 10.0 MHz.
### Predicate Devices:
Ultrasonics Touch Manufactured by: Ultrasonix Medical Corporation k083095 130-4311 Viking Way Richmond, British Columbia Canada V6V 2K9
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Manufactured by: FUJIFILM SonoSite Inc SonoSite maxx k130173 21919 301 Drive SE Bothell, WA 98021-3904
### Indications for Use:
The LinkQuest Diagnostic Ultrasound System and Transducers model SQ860 are intended for diagnostic ultrasound imaging analysis of adults, pregnant women, pediatric patients and neonates. They are intended for use by or on the order of a physician or similarly qualified health care professional in fetal, abdominal, pediatric, small organ (breast, thyroid, testes), neonatal cephalic, adult cephalic, trans-rectal, trans-vaginal, musculo-skeletal (conventional, superficial), cardiac adult, cardiac pediatric, peripheral vessel and urology exams.
Clinical Test: Clinical testing is not required.
## Non - clinical Test:
The following safety standards and regulations are complied with by the subject device:
1. IEC 60601-1:2005 Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance;
- 2. IEC 60601-1-2:2007 for electromagnetic compatibility;
- 3. IEC 60601-1-2-37,
- 4. ISO 14971.
5. NEMA UD-2 2004: Acoustic Output Measurement Standard for Diagnostic Ultrasound Equipment
6. AIUM and NEMA UD-3 2004: The Standard for Real-Time Display of Thermal and Mechanical Acoustic Output Indices on Diagnostic Ultrasound Equipment 7. ISO 10993 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices
## Comparison with predicate device
SQ860 Diagnostic Ultrasound System is comparable with and substantially equivalent to the listed predicate devices. SQ860 has the similar technological characteristics, is comparable in key safety and effectiveness features, and has the similar intended uses and basic operating modes as the predicate devices.
## Substantially Equivalent Dtermination
The evaluation of the LinkQuest Diagnostic Ultrasound Systems and Transducers based on the technical characteristics and the results of the performance tests we conclude that SQ860 Diagnostic Ultrasound System and Transducers are substantially equivalent and as safe and effective as the predicate devices.
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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.