K172432 · Crosstex/Spsmedical, A Division of Cantel Medical · FRC · Dec 12, 2017 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K172432
Device Name
SporView Rapid Read Biological Indicator
Applicant
Crosstex/Spsmedical, A Division of Cantel Medical
Product Code
FRC · General Hospital
Decision Date
Dec 12, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.2800
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The SporView® Rapid Read Biological Indicator is intended to be used with the 3M Attest Auto-Reader to monitor the effectiveness of dynamic-air-removal (prevacum) steam sterilization cycles of 4 minutes at 132°C. The SporView Rapid Read Biological Indicator provides a final fluorescent result in 3 hours. An optional pH color change is observed after 48 hours.
Device Story
Self-contained biological indicator (BI) for steam sterilization monitoring; contains G. stearothermophilus spores and growth media in polypropylene vial. Device placed in sterilizer; after cycle, incubated in 3M 390 Auto-Reader. Principle: enzymatic detection of α-glucosidase generated by viable G. stearothermophilus. Successful sterilization results in no enzyme activity; failure results in fluorescence detected by reader within 3 hours. Optional 48-hour visual pH color change (purple to yellow) confirms growth of surviving organisms. Used by healthcare personnel to verify sterilization efficacy; provides rapid feedback for clinical decision-making regarding instrument sterility.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Testing included viable spore population assay, resistance characteristics (D-value ≥ 10s, Z-value ≥ 10°C), carrier/packaging material compatibility, 7-day holding time assessment, growth promotion, and reduced incubation time validation (3-hour fluorescent/48-hour pH). Compatibility with 3M 390 Auto-Reader confirmed. Full and fractional cycle testing demonstrated expected kill/survival performance.
Technological Characteristics
Self-contained biological indicator; polypropylene vial, vented cap, glass media ampoule, spore carrier. Contains ≥ 1.0 x 10^5 G. stearothermophilus spores. Sensing principle: enzymatic (α-glucosidase) fluorescence detection and pH-based colorimetric growth detection. Incubation at 60±2°C. Compatible with 3M 390 Auto-Reader.
Indications for Use
Indicated for monitoring dynamic-air-removal (pre-vacuum) steam sterilization cycles (4 minutes at 132°C) in clinical settings using the 3M Attest 390 Auto-Reader.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Biological sterilization process indicator: A device intended for use by a health care provider to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure and to monitor adequacy of sterilization. The device consists of a known number of microorganisms, of known resistance to the mode of sterilization, in or on a carrier and enclosed in a protective package. Subsequent growth or failure of the microorganisms to grow under suitable conditions indicates the adequacy of sterilization. Physical/chemical sterilization process indicator: A device intended for use by a health care provider to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure and to monitor one or more parameters of the sterilization process. The adequacy of the sterilization conditions as measured by these parameters is indicated by a visible change in the device.
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December 12, 2017
Crosstex/SPSmedical, A Division of Cantel Medical Megan Skaar Regulatory Affairs Specialist 6789 West Henrietta Road Rush, New York 14543
Re: K172432
Trade/Device Name: SporView Rapid Read Biological Indicator Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.2800 Regulation Name: Sterilization Process Indicator Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FRC Dated: October 31, 2017 Received: November 1, 2017
Dear Megan Skaar:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food. Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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Enclosure
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### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K172432
Device Name SporView® Rapid Read Biological Indicator
Indications for Use (Describe)
The SporView® Rapid Read Biological Indicator is intended to be used with the 3M Attest Auto-Reader to monitor the effectiveness of dynamic-air-removal (prevacum) steam sterilization cycles of 4 minutes at 132°C. The SporView Rapid Read Biological Indicator provides a final fluorescent result in 3 hours. An optional pH color change is observed after 48 hours.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
X Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# K172432 - 510(k) Summary
| Manufacturer: | Crosstex/SPSmedical, a Cantel Medical Company |
|----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Address: | 6789 W. Henrietta Road<br>Rush, NY 14543<br>(800) 722-1529 |
| Official Contact: | Megan Skaar<br>Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Cantel Medical |
| Date: | 9 August 2017 |
| Trade Name: | SporView Rapid Read Biological Indicator |
| Common Name: | Biological Indicator |
| Classification Name: | Indicator, Biological Sterilization Process |
| Product Code: | FRC |
| Device Class: | II |
| Regulation No: | Subject Device – SporView Rapid Read Biological indicator, 880.2800<br>Predicate Device – 3M Attest 1292 Rapid Read Biological Indicator<br>880.2800 |
### 1. Device Description
The SporView Rapid Read Biological Indicator is a self-contained biological indicator designed to be used with the 3M Attest 390 auto-reader to qualify or routinely challenge dynamic-airremoval (pre-vacuum) steam sterilization cycles of 4 minutes at 270°F (132°C).
The SporView Rapid Read Biological Indicator is composed of a polypropylene vial containing a spore carrier and media ampoule enclosed with a vented cap.
Similar to the predicate device, 3M's 1292 Rapid Read-Out Biological Indicator cleared under 510(k)s K090569 and K926364, the subject device contains ≥ 105 viable spore population of G. stearothermophilus. It utilizes the a-glucosidase system, which is generated naturally within growing G. stearothermophilus. A successful steam sterilization cycle will result in no growth of G. stearothermophilus. A failure in the sterilization cycle creates a fluorescence change, which is detected upon incubation in the 3M 390 Attest Auto-reader. This provides an enzymatic result in
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3 hours to indicate a steam sterilization process failure. The biological indicator will also detect the presence of G. stearothermophilus organism by a visual color change reaction. Biochemical activity of the orqanism will produce acid by-products that cause the media to change color after 48 hours. A visual pH color change after 48 hours also indicates a steam sterilization process failure.
## 2. Indications for Use
The SporView Rapid Read Biological Indicator is intended to be used with the 3M Attest 390 Auto-Reader to monitor the effectiveness of dynamic-air-removal (pre-vacuum) steam sterilization cycles of 4 minutes at 132°C.
The SporView Rapid Read Biological Indicator provides a final fluorescent result in 3 hours. An optional pH color change is observed after 48 hours.
## 3. Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device
The subject device – SporView Rapid Read Biological Indicator and its predicate device – 1292 Rapid Read-Out Biological Indicator are substantially equivalent in that they both have the same intended use, fundamental technology and general performance. Both the subject device and the 3M 1292 Rapid Read Indicator have a spore carrier inoculated with the same organism. G. stearothermophilus. The subject and predicate Bls both utilize a a-glucosidase enzyme system, which is generated naturally within growing G. stearothermophilus organisms.
Table 05.1 below provides a detailed comparison between the subject and predicate device -
| Important Elements | Subject Device – SporView<br>Rapid Read BI | Predicate Device – 3M 1292<br>Rapid Read-Out BI<br>(K926364 and K090569) |
|-----------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Intended Use | Monitor 270°F (132°C)<br>prevacuum steam<br>sterilization cycles<br>for 4 minutes. | Monitor 270°F (132°C)<br>prevacuum steam<br>sterilization cycles and 250°F<br>(121°C) gravity steam<br>sterilization cycles. |
| Product Code | FRC | FRC |
| FDA Regulation | 21 CFR§ 880.2800 | 21 CFR§ 880.2800 |
| Biological Indicator Design | Self-Contained Steam BI | Self-Contained Steam BI |
| Organism | > 90% genetic similarity to G.<br>stearothermophilus ATCC™<br>strain 7953 | > 90% genetic similarity to G.<br>stearothermophilus ATCC™<br>strain 7953 |
| Viable Spore Population | ≥ 1.0 x 105 | ≥ 1.0 x 105 |
| | Table 05.1 - Predicate Device Comparison Table | | | | | |
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| BI Components | Vial, cap, cap filter, base plug, glass ampoule and spore carrier | Vial, cap, cap filter, base plug, glass ampoule and spore carrier |
|-------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Incubation Temperature | 60±2°C | 60±2°C |
| Incubation Duration | 3 hours | 3 hours |
| Growth Medium | Purple to yellow | Purple to yellow |
| D-Value | Steam 132°C: ≥ 10.0 seconds | Steam 132°C: ≥ 10.0 seconds |
| Z-Value | Steam 132°C: ≥ 10°C | Steam 132°C: ≥ 10°C |
| Minimum Survival Time & Calculation | Steam 132°C: ≥ 1 minute; D-value x (Log10[viable spore population] - 2] per FDA guidance (2.10 min average) | Steam 132°C: ≥ 1 minute; D-value x (Log10[viable spore population] - 2] per FDA guidance |
| Maximum Kill Time Calculation | D-value x (Log10[viable spore population] + 4] per FDA guidance (4.98 min average) | D-value x (Log10[viable spore population] + 4] per FDA guidance |
# 4. Summary of Non-Clinical Performance Data
Medivators has conducted the following testing in accordance with the FDA Guidance on Biological Indicators to demonstrate that the SporView Rapid Readout BI meets or exceeds acceptance criteria. Please refer to the table below for a brief description of the subject device testing –
- Performance Characteristics Testing: .
| Performance Testing | Details and Acceptance Criteria | Results |
|-----------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------|
| Viable Spore<br>Population Assay | Assay to demonstrate the spore population of the BI<br>meets specification of $≥ 105$ . | Pass |
| Resistance<br>Characteristics Testing | Resistance characteristics of the BI in the intended<br>steam 132°C sterilization process and cycle using a<br>resistometer must be:<br>D-Value: $≥$ 10 seconds<br>Z-Value: $≥$ 10°C<br>Survival Time: $≥$ 1 minute | Pass |
| Carrier and Primary<br>Packaging<br>Materials | Carrier and primary packaging materials must not have<br>inhibitory effects on the growth of test organisms of the<br>BI after sterilization. | Pass |
| Holding Time<br>Assessment | The 7 day holding time must have no effects on the<br>performance of the subject BI. | Pass |
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| Growth Promotion and<br>Media Suitability | The media of the biological indicator must support<br>growth and recovery to be suitable. | Pass |
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| Reduced Incubation<br>Time | Verification of 3 hour fluorescent and 48 hour<br>biological readout per FDA's Validation of Reduced<br>Incubation Protocol. | Pass |
| Verification of Full and<br>Fractional Cycle | Partial kill achieved after a fractional cycle and full<br>biological inactivation after a full cycle in a marketed<br>sterilizer. | Pass |
| 3M 390 Auto-Reader<br>Compatibility Testing | Evaluation that the compatibility of the SporView Rapid<br>Read Bl and 3M 390 Auto-Reader system such that<br>the auto-reader reads and displays accurate results<br>and alarms appropriately upon BI removal. | Pass |
- Shelf Life Testing: Verification of the viable spore population, resistance characteristics . and media stability at the end of the shelf life.
# 5. Conclusion
The subject device effectively monitors dynamic-air-removal (pre-vacuum) steam sterilization cycles of 4 minutes at 132°C. The SporView Rapid Read Biological Indicator is substantially equivalent to predicate device 3M 1292 Rapid Read-Out Biological Indicator originally cleared in 510(k) K090569.
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