TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus B-ketone Monitoring System
K173345 · Taidoc Technology Corporation · JIN · May 4, 2018 · Clinical Chemistry
Device Facts
Record ID
K173345
Device Name
TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus B-ketone Monitoring System
Applicant
Taidoc Technology Corporation
Product Code
JIN · Clinical Chemistry
Decision Date
May 4, 2018
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 862.1435
Device Class
Class 1
Indications for Use
The TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus β-ketone Monitoring System consists of the Smart Dongle meter, Smart Dongle blood glucose test strips, Smart Dongle β-ketone test strips, β-ketone control solution and the Procheck mobile application as the display component of the system. This system is intended to be used for the quantitative measurement of glucose (sugar) and β-ketone in fresh capillary whole blood from the finger. This system is intended for self-testing outside the body (in vitro diagnostic use) by people with diabetes at home as an aid to monitor the effectiveness of diabetes control. It is intended to be used by a single person and should not be shared. This system should not be used for the diagnosis of or screening for diabetes, nor for use on neonates.
Device Story
System measures β-ketone (beta-hydroxybutyrate) and glucose in capillary whole blood; uses electrochemical biosensor technology with β-hydroxybutyrate dehydrogenase enzyme. Input: 1.0 μL blood sample applied to test strip. Meter connects to mobile device via headphone jack; ProCheck Mobile app displays results after 5s reaction time. Used at home by patients with diabetes; powered by mobile device. Output: quantitative ketone/glucose concentration. Aids in monitoring diabetes control; not for diagnosis/screening. System includes meter, test strips, control solutions, and mobile app.
Clinical Evidence
Lay-user study with 120 participants comparing TD-4140 results to β-Hydroxybutyrate LiquiColor spectrophotometric assay. For concentrations <2 mmol/L, 89.9% within ±0.3 mmol/L and 100% within ±0.5 mmol/L. For concentrations ≥2 mmol/L, 96.8% within ±20%. Linear regression: y = 1.0186x - 0.0427, R² = 0.9786. Bench testing included precision (CV 2.41-11.13%), linearity (R² > 0.998), and interference testing.
Technological Characteristics
Electrochemical biosensor; β-hydroxybutyrate dehydrogenase enzyme. Dimensions/form factor: Smart Dongle meter connects via headphone jack. Powered by mobile device (no battery). Connectivity: Wired transmission to mobile device. Operating range: 10-40°C, 10-85% RH. Software: ProCheck Mobile app for data display/storage. Calibration: User-coded via code strip. Sterilization: Not applicable (in vitro diagnostic).
Indications for Use
Indicated for people with diabetes for self-testing of glucose and β-ketone in capillary whole blood from the fingertip to monitor diabetes control. Contraindicated for neonates, critically ill patients, patients in shock, severely hypotensive individuals, or patients in hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar state (with or without ketosis).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A ketones (nonquantitative) test system is a device intended to identify ketones in urine and other body fluids. Identification of ketones is used in the diagnosis and treatment of acidosis (a condition characterized by abnormally high acidity of body fluids) or ketosis (a condition characterized by increased production of ketone bodies such as acetone) and for monitoring patients on ketogenic diets and patients with diabetes.
Predicate Devices
FORA ADVANCED GD40 Blood Glucose and β-Ketone Monitoring System (k161738)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# 510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION DECISION SUMMARY ASSAY AND INSTRUMENT COMBINATION TEMPLATE
A. 510(k) Number:
k173345
B. Purpose for Submission:
Addition of ketone detection functionality to a previously cleared device, the Smart Dongle Blood Glucose Monitoring System (k162382).
C. Measurand:
β-Ketone, as beta-hydroxybutyrate, in capillary whole blood from fingertip
D. Type of Test:
Quantitative Amperometric β-Ketone (beta-hydroxybutyrate)
E. Applicant:
TaiDoc Technology Corporation
F. Proprietary and Established Names:
TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus β-ketone Monitoring System
G. Regulatory Information:
1. Regulation section:
21 CFR 862.1435, Ketones (nonquantitative) test system
2. Classification:
Class I, meets limitation of exemption 21 CFR 862.9 (c)(5)
3. Product code:
JIN – Nitroprusside, ketones (urinary, non-quant.)
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4. Panel:
(75) Chemistry
H. Intended Use:
1. Intended use(s):
See indications for use below.
2. Indication(s) for use:
The TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus β-ketone Monitoring System consists of the Smart Dongle meter, Smart Dongle blood glucose test strips, Smart Dongle β-ketone test strips, β-ketone control solution and the Procheck mobile application as the display component of the system. This system is intended to be used for the quantitative measurement of glucose (sugar) and β-ketone in fresh capillary whole blood from the finger.
This system is intended for self-testing outside the body (in vitro diagnostic use) by people with diabetes at home as an aid to monitor the effectiveness of diabetes control. It is intended to be used by a single person and should not be shared. This system should not be used for the diagnosis of or screening for diabetes, nor for use on neonates.
3. Special conditions for use statement(s):
- For in vitro diagnostic use (for use outside of the body only).
- For single use only.
- Use only fresh capillary whole blood from the fingertips.
- The meter and lancing device are for single patient use. Do not share them with anyone including other family members! Do not use on multiple patients!
- All parts of the kit are considered biohazardous and can potentially transmit infectious diseases, even after you have performed cleaning and disinfection.
- This system should not be used on critically ill patients, severely hypotensive individuals, or patients in shock.
- Severe dehydration and excessive water loss may cause inaccurate readings.
- This system is not for use on patients in hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar state, with or without ketosis.
- This system should not be used on patients with impaired peripheral circulation, severe dehydration as a result of diabetic ketoacidosis, or severe hyperglycemia hyperosmolar non-ketotic coma.
- This system should not be used for the diagnosis of or screening for diabetes.
- Neonatal Use: These test strips are not for use with neonates.
4. Special instrument requirements:
- TD-4140 Smart Dongle Meter
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ProCheck Mobile App
- Apple iPhone 4, 4s, 5, 5s, 6, 6+, 6s+,
iPod touch 5.
- Apple iOS version 7, 8, 9 and 10
I. Device Description:
The TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus β-ketone Monitoring System is comprised of the Smart Dongle meter, Smart Dongle blood glucose test strips, Smart Dongle β-ketone test strips, β-ketone control solutions and the ProCheck Mobile app. The measurement result is transmitted to a compatible mobile device via headphone jack. The ProCheck App within this system is used for analysis and storage of the data. Test results will show on the screen after 5 seconds' reaction time. The proposed device does not need a battery, and is powered by the mobile device.
J. Substantial Equivalence Information:
1. Predicate device name(s):
FORA ADVANCED GD40 Blood Glucose and β-Ketone Monitoring System
2. Predicate 510(k) number(s):
k161738
3. Comparison with predicate:
| Similarities | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Candidate: TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus β-ketone Monitoring System | Predicate: FORA ADVANCED GD40 Blood Glucose and β-Ketone Monitoring System, k161738 |
| Intended use | Quantitative measurement of glucose and β-ketone in fresh capillary whole blood from the finger by people with diabetes at home as an aid to monitor the effectiveness of diabetes control. | Same |
| Sample Type | Capillary whole blood | Same |
| Assay Method | β-hydroxybutyrate dehydrogenase | Same |
| Ketones Measuring range | 0.1 - 8.0 mmol/L | Same |
| Sample size | 1.0 μL | Same |
| Hematocrit range | 20-70% | Same |
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| Differences | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Candidate: TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus β-ketone Monitoring System | Predicate: FORA ADVANCED GD40 Blood Glucose and β-Ketone Monitoring System, k161738 |
| Operating conditions | 10 °C – 40 °C, 10% – 85% R.H. | 10 °C – 40 °C, 10% – 90% R.H. |
| Data storage | Results stored by mobile platform | Data storage in the device |
| Data transmission | Headphone jack | RS-232 4 Poles |
| Display | Displayed on mobile platform: iPhone 4, iPhone 4s, iPhone 5, iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s plus and iPod touch 5th generation | LCD |
K. Standard/Guidance Document Referenced (if applicable):
- Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) EP05-A2 Evaluation of precision performance of quantitative measurement methods
- CLSI EP06 Evaluation of the linearity of quantitative analytical methods
- CLSI EP07-A2 Interference testing in clinical chemistry
- IEC 60601-1-2 Medical electrical equipment - part 1-2: general requirements for basic safety and essential performance - collateral standard: electromagnetic compatibility - requirements and test
- IEC-62304 Medical device software - Software life cycle processes
L. Test Principle:
β-hydroxybutyrate (β-ketone) measurement is based on electrochemical biosensor technology using the enzyme β-hydroxybutyrate dehydrogenase. The electrical current resulting from this enzymatic reaction is measured and correlated to β-ketone concentration by the meter. The magnitude of electrical current resulting from this enzymatic reaction is proportional to the amount of β-hydroxybutyrate present in the sample. The result is displayed for the user on the mobile device using the ProCheck Mobile application.
M. Performance Characteristics:
1. Analytical performance:
Performance characteristics for the glucose measurement function with this device
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(formerly named Smart Dongle Blood Glucose Monitoring System) was previously reviewed and cleared in k162382.
Performance characteristics for the $\beta$ -ketone measurement function are described below using the iPod touch 5 with iOS 8 as a representative mobile device.
# a. Precision/Reproducibility:
# Repeatability:
Precision was evaluated using venous blood samples adjusted to three different $\beta$ -ketone concentrations (0.5, 2.9, and $5.0~\mathrm{mmol / L}$ ) and tested on ten TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus $\beta$ -Ketone Monitoring meters and three lots of test strips. Ten replicates were tested per meter per glucose concentration for a total of 300 results per ketone level. The results from all strip lots are summarized below:
| Ketone Level (mmol/L) | Lot | N | Mean (mmol/L) | SD (mmol/L) | CV (%) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 0.5 | 1 | 100 | 0.530 | 0.048 | 9.11 |
| | 2 | 100 | 0.510 | 0.057 | 11.13 |
| | 3 | 100 | 0.520 | 0.063 | 10.59 |
| 2.9 | 1 | 100 | 2.880 | 0.092 | 3.19 |
| | 2 | 100 | 2.910 | 0.088 | 3.01 |
| | 3 | 100 | 2.870 | 0.095 | 3.31 |
| 5.0 | 1 | 100 | 5.030 | 0.157 | 3.12 |
| | 2 | 100 | 5.010 | 0.160 | 3.18 |
| | 3 | 100 | 5.050 | 0.158 | 3.13 |
# Intermediate Precision:
Intermediate precision was evaluated using three lots of test strips and ten TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus $\beta$ -Ketone Monitoring meters. Two levels of ketone control solutions were used (0.3-0.9 mmol/L and 2.0-4.0 mmol/L). For each level of control, ten replicates were taken each day for ten days, so that 300 individual measurements were generated per control level. The results from all strip lots are summarized below:
| Ketone Level (mmol/L) | Lot | N | Mean (mmol/L) | SD (mmol/L) | CV (%) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 0.3-0.9 | 1 | 100 | 0.580 | 0.042 | 7.27 |
| | 2 | 100 | 0.590 | 0.032 | 5.36 |
| | 3 | 100 | 0.610 | 0.032 | 5.18 |
| 2.0-4.0 | 1 | 100 | 2.620 | 0.063 | 2.41 |
| | 2 | 100 | 2.550 | 0.071 | 2.77 |
| | 3 | 100 | 2.580 | 0.063 | 2.45 |
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# b. Linearity/assay reportable range:
Linearity for ketones was evaluated using three lots of test strips and five TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus $\beta$ -Ketone Monitoring meters. Six (6) venous samples were supplemented with $\beta$ -ketone concentrations to the following $\beta$ -ketone concentrations: $< 0.2, 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 4.0,$ and $8.0 \mathrm{mmol} / \mathrm{L}$ . Linear regression analysis for each lot compared to results obtained using $\beta$ -Hydroxybutyrate LiquiColor using Helios Zeta UV-Visible spectrophotometer resulted in the following:
| Lot no. | Linear regression | Range |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | y = 0.9971x +0.0027; R2 = 0.9986 | 0.06-8.67 mmol/L |
| 2 | y = 1.0027x - 0.332; R2 = 0.998 | 0.06-8.67 mmol/L |
| 3 | y = 1.0034x + 0.104; R2 = 0.998 | 0.06-8.67 mmol/L |
The results of the study support the sponsor's claimed range of $\beta$ -ketone of 0.1 - 8.0 mmol/L. The meter displays "Lo" when sample are below (<0.1 mmol/L) and "Hi" when samples are greater than (0.8mmol/L). Testing was performed demonstrating that these features function as intended.
# c. Traceability, Stability, Expected values (controls, calibrators, or methods):
# Traceability:
The TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus $\beta$ -ketone Monitoring System and are traceable to an in-house standard prepared from commercially available control materials. $\beta$ -Hydroxybutyrate LiquiColor assay on the Helios Zeta UV-Visible spectro-photometer was used as the comparator method in the lay-user accuracy study.
# Ketone test strip stability
Stability protocols and acceptance criteria were reviewed and found to be acceptable to support a shelf life of 20 months and an open-vial use life of three months when stored at a temperature ranging from $35.6^{\circ}\mathrm{F} - 86^{\circ}\mathrm{F}$ ( $2^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$ to $30^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$ ) and between $10\% - 85\%$ relative humidity.
# d. Detection limit:
Ketone measuring range is $0.1 - 8.0\mathrm{mmol / L}$ , these ranges are validated via the linearity study. See section M.1.b.
# e. Analytical specificity:
Interference testing was performed to evaluate exogenous and endogenous substances using venous blood spiked to two $\beta$ -Ketone levels of 1.0 and $3.0~\mathrm{mmol / L}$ . The samples were divided into 2 aliquots: control (with no added interferent) and test samples (with added potential interferent). Each sample was measured by the $\beta$ -Hydroxybutyrate LiquiColor assay and four TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus $\beta$ -Ketone Monitoring system. The sponsor defines no significant interference as bias $< \pm 10\%$ for the test compared to control samples. The following table lists the concentrations of each substance at which no significant interference was detected:
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| Substance | Highest concentration tested at which no significant interference is observed (mg/dL) |
| --- | --- |
| Acetoacetate | 20.0 |
| Acetone | 70 |
| Acetylsalicylic acid | 50 |
| Acyclovir | 3.1 |
| Allopurinol | 5 |
| Amitriptyline | 0.27 |
| Amoxicillin | 12.5 |
| Ampicillin | 5 |
| Ascorbic Acid | 4 |
| Aspirin | 60 |
| Atenolol | 10 |
| Bicarbonate | 336 |
| Caffeine | 10 |
| Calcium | 5 mM |
| Captopril | 500 |
| Chloride | 140 mM |
| Cholesterol | 500 |
| Cholic acid | 6 |
| Clonidine | 2 |
| Creatinine | 5 |
| Digoxin | 0.16 |
| Diphenhydramine | 1 |
| Dopamine | 0.09 |
| Enalapril | 0.15 |
| Ephedrine HCl | 60 |
| Erythromycin | 20 |
| Estrone | 0.1 |
| Famotidine | 0.13 |
| Fluoxetine | 0.8 |
| Fructose | 1000 |
| Furosemide | 2 |
| Galactose | 13.87 mmol/L |
| Gamma-Globulin (Total Protein) | 12000 |
| Gentisic acid | 1.8 |
| Glyburide | 1.07 |
| Ibuprofen | 55 |
| Isomalt | 1000 |
| Lactose | 1000 |
| Lactitol | 1000 |
| Levo-dopa | 0.6 |
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| Substance | Highest concentration tested at which no significant interference is observed (mg/dL) |
| --- | --- |
| Lidocaine | 6 |
| Magnesium | 5mM |
| Maltitol | 1000 |
| Maltose | 1000 |
| Mannitol | 1000 |
| Metaproterol | 1.81 |
| Metformin HCl | 50 |
| Methyl-Dopa | 59.18 |
| Metoprolol | 0.3 |
| N-acetlycysteine | 0.038 |
| Naproxen | 100 |
| Nifedipine | 0.17 |
| Nortriptyline | 0.15 |
| Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) | 25 |
| Penicillin | 12 |
| Phenytoin | 10 |
| Piroxicam | 5 |
| Potassium | 10mM |
| Sodium | 200mM |
| Sorbitol | 1000 |
| Sulfamethoxazole | 120 |
| Sulfate | 5mM |
| Terfenadine | 0.45 |
| Tetracycline | 4 |
| Theophylline | 25 |
| Tolazamide | 321 |
| Tolbutamide | 64 |
| Triglycerides | 1500 |
| Unconjugated bilirubin | 20 |
| Urea | 600 |
| Uric acid | 24 |
| Vancomycin | 25 |
| Verapamil | 0.45 |
| Vitamin E | 20 |
| Warfarin | 2 |
| Xylitol | 1000 |
| Xylose | 1000 |
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In the labeling, the sponsor includes the following limitation:
"If you are taking vitamin C (ascorbic acid) more than the recommended levels >3 mg/dL, then your ketone level results may be inaccurate with this system. If you are unsure, then ask your doctor."
f. Assay cut-off:
Not applicable.
2. Comparison studies:
a. Method comparison with predicate device:
Not applicable.
b. Matrix comparison:
Not applicable.
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):
Lay user Study:
To assess the ketone performance of the TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus $\beta$-ketone Monitoring System in the hands of the intended users the sponsor performed a study with 120 lay user participants. Participants obtained and tested their own fingerstick samples with the TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus $\beta$-ketone Monitoring System. $\beta$-Ketone results from the meter obtained by the lay user were compared to the $\beta$-Hydroxybutyrate LiquiColor assay using Helios Zeta UV-Visible spectrophotometer. The samples ranged from 0.1 to $6.7 \mathrm{mmol} / \mathrm{L}$. Results of the meter measurements relative to the comparator method are summarized below:
Ketone concentration $< 2 \mathrm{mmol} / \mathrm{L}$
| Within ± 0.3 mmol/L | Within ± 0.5 mmol/L |
| --- | --- |
| 80/89 (89.9%) | 89/89 (100%) |
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Ketone concentration $\geq 2\mathrm{mmol/L}$
| Within ±5% | Within ±10% | Within ±15% | Within ±20% | Within ±25% |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 15/31 (48.4%) | 25/31 (80.6%) | 30/31 (96.8%) | 30/31 (96.8%) | 31/31 (100%) |
Results of the linear regression analysis:
$$
y = 1.0186x - 0.0427, R^2 = 0.9786
$$
4. Clinical cut-off:
Not applicable.
5. Expected values/Reference range:
Based on published literature, the sponsor included $< 0.6 \mathrm{mmol} / \mathrm{L}$ as the expected value for ketones and cites the following reference:
Tietz NW. Clinical Guide to Laboratory Tests. 3rd ed. Philadelphia, PA: WB Saunders Company; $4^{\text{th}}$ Edition.
N. Instrumet Name:
TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus $\beta$-ketone Monitoring System
O. System Descriptions:
1. Modes of Operation:
Does the applicant’s device contain the ability to transmit data to a computer, webserver, or mobile device?
Yes ☐ or No ☑
Does the applicant’s device transmit data to a computer, webserver, or mobile device using wireless transmission?
Yes ☐ or No ☑
2. Software:
FDA has reviewed applicant’s Hazard Analysis and software development processes for this line of product types:
Yes ☐ or No ☑
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3. Specimen Identification:
There is no sample identification function with this device. Samples are applied directly to the test strip as they are collected.
4. Specimen Sampling and Handling:
The device is intended to be used with capillary whole blood from the finger. The whole blood sample is applied directly to the test strip by capillary action therefore there are no special handling or storage issues.
5. Calibration:
Coding by the user is necessary for β-Ketone. A code strip is provided and the user is instructed to calibrate every time a new vial of ketone test strips is begun by comparing the code number on the ProCheck mobile app.
6. Quality Control:
The sponsor provides 2 levels of β-Ketone Control Solutions, all sold separately. The outer kit box labels state that controls are necessary but not included and must be purchased separately.
P. Other Supportive Instrument Performance Characteristics Data Not Covered In The "Performance Characteristics" Section above:
1. Sample volume study:
A sample volume study was performed using venous whole blood samples. Three samples were spiked to β-Ketone levels of 0.5, 2.0, and 4.0 mmol/L, as measured by the β-Hydroxybutyrate LiquiColor method, to evaluate the effect of different sample volumes (0.8, 0.9, 1.0, 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3 mmol/L) on the β-Ketone performance of the device. Three lots of test strips and 5 meters were used. Results from these studies support the claimed minimum sample volume 1.0 μL for β-Ketone. The meter displays an error message (Err.45.), 2.9, 4.8 and 7.3 mmol/L, as measured by the β-Hydroxybutyrate LiquiColor method. The samples were tested with 6 meters and the results were compared to the β-Hydroxybutyrate LiquiColor method and the normal 40% hematocrit. The % biases relative to the β-Hydroxybutyrate LiquiColor method were acceptable within the claimed hematocrit range and support the claimed hematocrit range of 20 to 70%.
2. Test System Operating Conditions:
Operating temperature and humidity conditions were evaluated using a single lot of ketone test strips and four meters with venous whole blood samples three β-Ketone levels (0.5, 2.0, and 4.0 mmol/L) using the β-Hydroxybutyrate LiquiColor® as reference method. The following temperature and humidity conditions were tested: 50°F (10°C)/10% RH, 50°F (10°C)/85% RH, 104°F (40°C)/10% RH, and 104°F (40°C)/85%
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RH. The results support the sponsor's claimed operating temperature from 50°F to 104°F (10°C - 40°C) and relative humidity range from 10-85%.
3. EMC Testing:
The sponsor provided documentation certifying that acceptable electromagnetic testing (EMC) had been performed and the device system was found compliant.
4. Infection Control Studies:
The TD-4140 Smart Dongle Blood Glucose plus β-ketone Monitoring System meter is intended for single-patient use. Disinfection efficacy studies were performed on the materials comprising the meters by an outside commercial laboratory (in the predicate k162382) demonstrating complete inactivation of hepatitis B virus (HBV) with Micro-Kill Wipes (EPA Reg. No. 59894-10-37549). Robustness studies were performed by the sponsor demonstrating that there was no change in performance or in external materials of the meters after 10,950 cleaning and disinfection cycles with Micro-Kill Wipes. The robustness studies were designed to simulate 5 years of single-patient use. Labeling was reviewed for adequate instructions for the validated cleaning and disinfection procedures.
Q. Proposed Labeling:
The labeling is sufficient and it satisfies the requirements of 21 CFR Parts 801 and 809, as applicable.
R. Conclusion:
The submitted information in this premarket notification is complete and supports a substantial equivalence decision.
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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.