Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) assay is an in vitro test for the quantitative determination of transferrin in human urine on Roche/Hitachi cobas c systems. A transferrin immunological test system is a device that consists of the reagents used to measure by immunochemical techniques the transferrin (an iron-binding and transporting serum protein) in urine. Measurement of transferrin levels aids in the diagnosis of malnutrition, acute inflammation, infection, and red blood cell disorders, such as iron deficiency anemia.
Device Story
Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 is an in vitro immunoturbidimetric assay for human urine. It uses two reagents: a phosphate buffer (R1) and rabbit anti-human transferrin antibodies (R2). When mixed with a urine sample on an automated Roche/Hitachi cobas c system, human transferrin forms a precipitate with the antiserum. The resulting turbidity is measured photometrically; the intensity is proportional to the transferrin concentration. The device is used in clinical laboratory settings by trained technicians. Results are provided to physicians to assist in diagnosing conditions like malnutrition, inflammation, infection, or iron deficiency anemia. The assay provides quantitative data, enabling clinicians to monitor protein levels in urine, which serves as a diagnostic marker for the specified disorders.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Performance was established via bench testing, including precision (CLSI EP05-A3), analytical sensitivity (LoB, LoD, LoQ per CLSI EP17-A2), linearity (CLSI EP06-A), and interference studies. Method comparison against the predicate device (K053075) using 107 human urine samples yielded a Passing Bablok regression of y = 1.007x + 0.0052 (r = 0.995).
Technological Characteristics
Immunoturbidimetric assay. Reagents: R1 (phosphate buffer, NaCl, polyethylene glycol) and R2 (rabbit anti-human transferrin antibodies, NaCl). Form factor: liquid reagents for automated clinical chemistry analyzers (cobas c 501). Measuring range: 0.22 to 3.5 mg/dL. Connectivity: integrated with cobas c systems. Storage: 2-8 °C.
Indications for Use
Indicated for the quantitative determination of transferrin in human urine to aid in the diagnosis of malnutrition, acute inflammation, infection, and red blood cell disorders (e.g., iron deficiency anemia).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A transferrin immunological test system is a device that consists of the reagents used to measure by immunochemical techniques the transferrin (an iron-binding and transporting serum protein) in serum, plasma, and other body fluids. Measurement of transferrin levels aids in the diagnosis of malnutrition, acute inflammation, infection, and red blood cell disorders, such as iron deficiency anemia.
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November 5, 2018
Roche Diagnostics Operations (RDO) Lindsay Jones Regulatory Affairs Consultant 9115 Hague Road Indianapolis, Indiana 46250
Re: K182095
Trade/Device Name: Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 866.5880 Regulation Name: Transferrin immunological test system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DDG Dated: August 1, 2018 Received: August 3, 2018
Dear Lindsay Jones:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K182095
Device Name Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application)
Indications for Use (Describe)
Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) assay is an in vitro test for the quantitative determination of transferrin in human urine on Roche/Hitachi cobas c systems.
A transferin immunological test system is a device that consists of the reagents used to measure by immunochemical techniques the transferrin (an iron-binding and transporting serum protein) in urine. Measurement of transferrin levels aids in the diagnosis of malnutrition, acute inflammation, infection, and red blood cell disorders, such as iron deficiency anemia.
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# Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) 510(k) Summary (K182095)
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR 807.92.
In accordance with 21 CFR 807.87, Roche Diagnostics hereby submits official notification as required by Section 510(k) of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetics Act of our intention to market the device described in this Premarket Notification 510(k).
The purpose of this Traditional 510(k) Premarket Notification is to obtain FDA review and clearance for the Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application).
| Submitter Name | Roche Diagnostics Operations (RDO) | |
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| Address | 9115 Hague Road<br>Indianapolis, IN 46250, USA | |
| Contact | Lindsay Jones<br>Phone: (317) 521-3544<br>FAX: (317) 521-2324<br>Email: lindsay.jones.lj1 @roche.com | |
| Date Prepared | November 1, 2018 | |
| Proprietary Name | Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) | |
| Common Name | Transferrin | |
| Classification Name | Transferrin immunological test system, Class II | |
| Product Codes,<br>Regulation Numbers | DDG, 21 CFR § 866.5880 | |
| Predicate Devices | N Antisera to Human Transferrin (K053075) | |
| Establishment Registration | For the Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application), the establishment<br>registration number for Roche Diagnostics GmbH in Mannheim, Germany is<br>9610126. | |
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#### DEVICE DESCRIPTION 1.
The Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) assay is a two reagent assay for the in vitro quantitative determination of transferrin in human urine on automated clinical chemistry analyzers. It is an immunoturbidimetric assay in which human transferrin forms a precipitate with a specific antiserum which is determined turbidimetrically.
Engineering drawings, schematics, and figures are not pertinent to describe the device, as the device is a reagent.
#### INDICATIONS FOR USE 2.
Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) assay is an in vitro test for the quantitative determination of transferrin in human urine on Roche/Hitachi cobas c systems.
A transferrin immunological test system is a device that consists of the reagents used to measure by immunochemical techniques the transferrin (an iron-binding and transporting serum protein) in urine. Measurement of transferrin levels aids in the diagnosis of malnutrition, acute inflammation, infection, and red blood cell disorders, such as iron deficiency anemia.
#### TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS 3.
The Roche transferrin assay is based on the immunological agglutination principle. Human transferrin forms a precipitate with a specific antiserum which is determined turbidimetrically.
The following table compares the Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) with its predicate device, N Antisera to Human Transferrin (K053075). See Table 1 below.
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| Feature | Predicate Device<br>N Antisera to Human Transferrin<br>(K053075) | Candidate Device<br>Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2<br>(urine application) |
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| Intended Use | In vitro diagnostic reagents for the<br>quantitative determination of transferrin and<br>haptoglobin in human serum, heparinized<br>and EDTA plasma, as well as transferrin in<br>human urine by means of<br>immunonephelometry on the BN II and BN™<br>ProSpec System. | In vitro test for the quantitative<br>determination of transferrin in<br>human urine on Roche/Hitachi<br>cobas c systems. |
| Test Principle | Proteins contained in human body fluids<br>form immune complexes in an<br>immunochemical reaction with specific<br>antibodies. These complexes scatter a beam<br>of light passed through the sample. The<br>intensity of the scattered light is proportional<br>to the concentration of the relevant protein in<br>the sample. The result is evaluated by<br>comparison with a standard of known<br>concentration. | Human transferrin forms a<br>precipitate with a specific<br>antiserum which is determined<br>turbidimetrically. |
| Instrument | BN II/BN ProSpec System | cobas c 501 |
| Reagent Composition | N Antisera are liquid animal sera and are<br>produced by immunization of rabbits with<br>highly purified human transferrin. The<br>concentration of active antibodies is < 4.2<br>g/L to human transferrin.<br>Preservative<br>Sodium azide <1 g/L | R1: Phosphate buffer: 55<br>mmol/L, pH 7.2; NaCl: 25<br>mmol/L; polyethylene glycol: 5 %;<br>preservative<br>R2: Anti-human transferrin<br>antibodies (rabbit): dependent on<br>titer; NaCl: 100 mmol/L;<br>preservative |
| Sample Type/Matrix | Serum, heparinized and EDTA plasma, urine | Urine |
| Calibrator | N Protein Standard SL | S1: H2O<br>S2 - S6: Calibrator for<br>automated systems (C.f.a.s.)<br>Proteins (K133330) |
| Calibration Interval | The reference curves can be used for as<br>long as controls with corresponding method-<br>depending target values, e.g. N/T Protein<br>Controls SL/L, M and H or N/T Protein<br>Control LC, are reproduced within their<br>respective range. If a different lot of<br>antiserum is used, a new reference curved<br>must be generated. | Full calibration:<br>• after reagent lot change<br>• as required following<br>quality control<br>procedures |
| Feature | Predicate Device<br>N Antisera to Human Transferrin<br>(K053075) | Candidate Device<br>Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2<br>(urine application) |
| Controls | Serum/plasma: N/T Protein Controls SL/L,<br>M, and H<br>Urine: N/T Protein Control LC | PreciControl ClinChem Multi 1 &<br>PreciControl ClinChem Multi 2<br>(K133330)<br>Precinorm Protein & Precipath<br>Protein (K133330) |
| Reagent Shelf-Life Stability | Stability at 2 - 8 °C: See expiry date on<br>label.<br>Stability once opened: 4 weeks if stored at 2 | |
| | – 8 °C securely capped immediately after<br>each use and contamination (e.g., by<br>microorganisms) is precluded. During<br>storage, N Antisera can develop precipitates<br>or turbidity which are not caused by<br>microbial contamination and which do not<br>affect their activity. In such cases, the<br>antiserum should be filtered prior to use.<br>Disposable filters with a pore size of 0.45 µm<br>are suitable for this purpose. Do not freeze. | Shelf life at 2 - 8 °C: See<br>expiration date on cobas c pack<br>label. |
| Reagent On-Board Stability | A minimum of 5 days at 8 hours per day for 5<br>mL vials, and 3 days at 8 hours per day for 2<br>mL vials or a comparable period of time. | On-board in use and refrigerated<br>on the analyzer: 8 weeks |
| Measuring Range | Serum/plasma: 35.0 to 560 mg/dL<br>Urine: 0.22 to 3.5 mg/dL | 0.22 to 3.5 mg/dL |
| Reference Range | Reference interval for urinary transferrin: the<br>concentration of transferrin in the urine of<br>healthy individuals is below the detection<br>limit of this method.<br>Nevertheless, each laboratory should<br>determine its own reference intervals since<br>values may vary depending on the individual<br>population studied.<br>Siemens has not established reference<br>ranges for children. | ≤ 1.9 mg/L* (0.19 mg/dL)<br>* The concentration of transferrin<br>in urine of healthy individuals is<br>below the detection limit of this<br>method.<br>Each laboratory should<br>investigate the transferability of<br>the expected values to its own<br>patient population and if<br>necessary determine its own<br>reference ranges. |
| Feature | Predicate Device<br>N Antisera to Human Transferrin<br>(K053075) | Candidate Device<br>Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2<br>(urine application) |
| Sample Stability | Suitable samples are human serum,<br>heparinized or EDTA plasma as fresh as<br>possible (stored no more than 7 days at 2 –<br>8 °C), or stored frozen and fresh human<br>urine. Serum and plasma samples can be<br>stored at below – 20 °C for up to 3 months if<br>they are frozen within 24 hours after<br>collection and if repeated freeze thaw cycles<br>are avoided. Serum samples must be<br>completely coagulated and, after<br>centrifugation, must not contain any particles<br>or traces of fibrin. Lipemic samples or frozen<br>samples that are turbid after thawing must<br>be clarified by centrifugation (10 minutes at<br>approximately 15,000 x g) prior to testing.<br>Random and timed urine collections are<br>suitable specimens for testing transferrin in<br>urine. Urine samples must not be frozen.<br>Each urine samples must be centrifuged<br>prior to testing. | 4 days at 15 – 25 °C<br>7 days at 2 – 8 °C<br>Freezing and thawing is not<br>allowed |
#### Table 1: Assay Comparison
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#### NON-CLINICAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION 4.
The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination:
Precision according to CLSI EP05-A3
Detection Limit: LoB, LoD, LoQ according to CLSI EP17-A2
Linearity according to CLSI EP06-A
Endogenous Interferences
Exogenous Interferences – Drugs
Method Comparison to Predicate
All performance specifications were met.
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#### 4.1. Precision
#### Repeatability and Intermediate Precision 4.1.1.
Precision experiments were performed in accordance with CLSI Guideline EP05-A3. The testing was run for 21 days, including 1 run per day with 2 parts. Ten dummy samples were included in each part to simulate routine testing in the laboratory. Additionally, 10 dummy samples were included in-between both parts to divide the run into distinct parts. Five human urine sample pools and 2 control samples were tested on one cobas c 501, using 3 lots of reagent. Each sample was tested using 2 aliquots in singlicate per part. Mean, Repeatability (within-run precision) and Intermediate precision (within-lab precision) % CV and SD values were calculated.
#### Results and Conclusions 4.1.2.
| Specimen | Mean (mg/dL) | SD (mg/dL) | CV (%) |
|-----------------------------------|--------------|------------|--------|
| PreciControl ClinChem<br>Multi 1 | 1.98 | 0.0140 | 0.7 |
| PreciControl ClinChem<br>Multi 2 | 3.05 | 0.0242 | 0.8 |
| Human Urine 1 | 0.435 | 0.00979 | 2.3 |
| Human Urine 2 | 0.737 | 0.00920 | 1.2 |
| Human Urine 3 | 1.27 | 0.0107 | 0.8 |
| Human Urine 4 | 2.52 | 0.0184 | 0.7 |
| Human Urine 5 | 3.30 | 0.0252 | 0.8 |
## Table 2: Repeatability Summary
## Table 3: Intermediate Precision Summary
| Specimen | Mean (mg/dL) | SD (mg/dL) | CV (%) |
|----------------------------------|--------------|------------|--------|
| PreciControl ClinChem<br>Multi 1 | 1.98 | 0.0158 | 0.8 |
| PreciControl ClinChem<br>Multi 2 | 3.05 | 0.0267 | 0.9 |
| Human Urine 1 | 0.435 | 0.0111 | 2.5 |
| Human Urine 2 | 0.737 | 0.0112 | 1.5 |
| Human Urine 3 | 1.23 | 0.0130 | 1.1 |
| Human Urine 4 | 2.52 | 0.0215 | 0.9 |
| Human Urine 5 | 3.30 | 0.0289 | 0.9 |
All data passed the predetermined acceptance criteria.
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#### Analytical Sensitivity 4.2.
#### Limit of Blank (LoB) 4.2.1. -
The Limit of Blank (LoB) of the Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) assay on the cobas c 501 was determined according to CLSI EP17-A2. LoB determines the highest measurement result that is likely to be observed for a blank sample with a stated probability. The LoB was determined as the 95th percentile of measurements of blank samples.
One analyte-free sample was measured on 3 lots of reagent in 10-fold determinations per run in 6 runs, distributed over 4 days, on 1 analyzer. In total, 60 measurements were obtained per reagent lot. Data analysis was based on determination of the 95th percentile of the 60 measured values.
LoB Claim: 0.10 mg/dL
#### Limit of Detection (LoD) 4.2.2.
The Limit of Detection (LoD) of the Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) assay on the cobas c 501 analyzer was determined according to CLSI EP17-A2. The LoD corresponds to the lowest analyte concentration which can be detected (value above the LoB with a probability of 95%).
Five human urine samples with low-analyte concentration (approximately up to 4 times the specified LoB) were measured with 3 lots of reagent in 2-fold determinations per run in 6 runs, distributed over 4 days, on 1 analyzer. In total, 60 measurements were obtained per reagent lot.
LoD Claim: 0.15 mg/dL
#### Limit of Quantitation (LoQ) 4.2.3.
The Limit of Quantitation (LoQ) of the Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) assay on the cobas c 501 was determined according to CLSI EP17-A2. LoQ determines the lowest amount of analyte in a sample that can be quantitatively determined with stated accuracy and experimental conditions. The LoO was determined as the lowest concentration of analyte which can be quantified with a total error (% CV) of no more than 20%.
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A low level sample set was prepared by diluting 5 human urine samples with analyte-free diluent (water). The low level sample set was tested in 5 replicates per sample on 4 days, 1 run per day, on 1 analyzer.
LoQ Claim: 0.22 mg/dL with 20% CV
#### Results and Conclusions 4.2.4.
Table 4: LoB, LoD, and LoQ Experimental Determination
| | Lot #1 Result<br>(mg/dL) | Lot #2 Result<br>(mg/dL) | Lot #3 Result<br>(mg/dL) | Claim (mg/dL) |
|--------------------------------|--------------------------|--------------------------|--------------------------|---------------|
| Limit of Blank (LoB) | 0.0150 | 0.0130 | 0.0150 | 0.10 |
| Limit of Detection<br>(LoD) | 0.0382 | 0.0331 | 0.0353 | 0.15 |
| Limit of Quantitation<br>(LoQ) | 0.124 | 0.137 | 0.143 | 0.22 |
All data passed the predetermined acceptance criteria.
#### Linearity/Assay Reportable Range 4.3.
#### Regression Analysis 4.3.1. -
The linearity study was conducted to determine whether the measurements across the claimed measuring range for each parameter have a linear relationship. The study was performed according to CLSI EP06-A.
Dilution series were prepared using the human urine sample pools with transferrin concentrations above the upper end of the measuring range. Dilutions were made using water. The dilution series contained 13 concentrations. Sample dilution levels were measured on 3 lots in triplicate on the cobas c 501 analyzer.
Linear regression analysis was done according to EP06-A.
In the first step, a linearity check was performed with 1st order (linear) regression and then with higher order models (quadratic and cubic). A linearity check was performed with a 1* order (linear) regression for reagent lots 1 and 2. A linearity check was performed with a 3th order
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(cubic) regression for reagent lot 3. The linear regression was not forced through the origin. The linear regression was not weighted.
#### 4.3.2. Results and Conclusions
| Reagent Lot | Linear Regression Equation<br>(mg/dL) | Pearson Correlation<br>Coefficient (r) | Measuring Range Claim<br>(mg/dL) |
|-------------|---------------------------------------|----------------------------------------|----------------------------------|
| 1 | y = 1.007x - 0.0189 | 0.9999 | 0.22 to 3.5 |
| 2 | y = 1.008x - 0.0225 | 0.9999 | 0.22 to 3.5 |
| 3 | y = 1.009x - 0.0236 | 0.9997 | 0.22 to 3.5 |
All data passed the predetermined acceptance criteria.
#### Endogenous Interference Studies 4.4.
The purpose of this study was to evaluate endogenous substances for potential interference with the Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) assay measured on the cobas c 501 analyzer.
The effect on quantitation of analyte in the presence of potential endogenous interfering substances using Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) was determined on the cobas c 501 analyzer at 2 transferrin concentrations and a dilution set of the added interfering substances. Potential interfering substances evaluated include: albumin, citrate, creatinine, glucose, hemoglobin, IgG, magnesium, oxalate, phosphate, urea, uric acid and urobilinogen.
High concentrated stock solutions of the potential interfering substances were prepared in a suitable solvent. Two human urine pools were spiked with defined transferrin concentrations and divided into 2 aliquots. The potential interfering substance was added to 1 aliquot, while the other aliquot was mixed with the same amount of solvent without the potential interfering substance. A dilution series was prepared with 11 dilution steps for each potential interferent by diluting the spiked pool with the dilution pool. Three aliquots per level were tested in 1 run on 1 instrument and 1 lot.
The aliquot containing the potential interfering substance had the same transferrin concentration as the aliquot containing no interfering substance. When diluting those 2 aliquots, the transferrin
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concentration remained constant while the concentration of the potential interferent varied. Thus the effect of increasing concentrations of potential interferent can be determined.
The medians of the measured results were compared to the expected results (aliquot with no potential interfering substance) and the recovery was determined (paired difference testing).
This procedure was repeated for each of the potential interfering substances.
#### Results and Conclusions 4.4.1.
| Potential Interferent | No Interference up to: | Claim |
|-----------------------|----------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Albumin | Level 1: 5 g/L<br>Level 2: 5 g/L | No interference ≤ 5000 mg/L |
| Calcium | Level 1: 9.92 mmol/L<br>Level 2: 9.80 mmol/L | No interference ≤ 8 mmol/L |
| Citrate | Level 1: 11 mmol/L<br>Level 2: 11 mmol/L | No interference ≤ 10 mmol/L |
| Creatinine | Level 1: 88 mmol/L<br>Level 2: 88 mmol/L | No interference ≤ 44 mmol/L |
| Glucose | Level 1: 388 mmol/L<br>Level 2: 388 mmol/L | No interference ≤ 111 mmol/L |
| Hemoglobin | Level 1: 146 mg/dL<br>Level 2: 149 mg/dL | No significant interference up to a<br>hemoglobin concentration of 100<br>mg/dL |
| Immunoglobulin (IgG) | Level 1: 1.1 g/L<br>Level 2: 1.1 g/L | No interference ≤ 500 mg/L |
| Magnesium | Level 1: 75 mmol/L<br>Level 2: 75 mmol/L | No interference ≤ 75 mmol/L |
| Oxalate | Level 1: 3.75 mmol/L<br>Level 2: 3.75 mmol/L | No interference ≤ 2.2 mmol/L |
| Phosphate | Level 1: 130 mmol/L<br>Level 2: 130 mmol/L | No interference ≤ 40 mmol/L |
| Urea | Level 1: 1500 mmol/L<br>Level 2: 1800 mmol/L | No interference ≤ 1000 mmol/L |
| Uric Acid | Level 1: 6 mmol/L<br>Level 2: 6 mmol/L | No interference ≤ 6 mmol/L |
| Urobilinogen | Level 1: 15 mg/dL<br>Level 2: 15 mg/dL | No interference ≤ 15 mg/dL |
All data passed the predetermined acceptance criteria.
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#### Exogenous Interferences – Drugs 4.5.
The purpose of this study was to evaluate drugs for potential interference to the Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) assay measured on the cobas c 501 analyzer.
Two human urine sample pools spiked with approximately 0.433 and 2.48 mg/dL transferrin concentrations were divided into 2 aliquots. One aliquot of each concentration was used as the reference sample for transferrin concentration and was not spiked with the drugs, but only the solvent for the drug.
The other aliquots, with either the high or low transferrin concentration, were spiked with the respective amount of drug. Each aliquot containing a defined transferrin concentration and spiked with drug was measured in triplicate in 1 run on 1 analyzer and 1 lot. The defined drug compounds were spiked into samples with concentrations according to EP07-A2 or higher.
#### Results and Conclusions 4.5.1. -
| Potential Drug Interferent | No interference up to: |
|----------------------------|------------------------|
| Acetaminophen | 3000 mg/L |
| Ascorbic acid | 4000 mg/L |
| Cefoxitin | 12000 mg/L |
| Gentamicin sulfate | 400 mg/L |
| Ibuprofen | 500 mg/L |
| Levodopa | 1000 mg/L |
| Methyldopa | 2000 mg/L |
| N-Acetylcysteine | 10 mg/L |
| Ofloxacine | Interference Claim |
| Phenazopyridine | 50 mg/L |
| Salicyluric acid | 100 mg/L |
| Tetracycline | 300 mg/L |
Table 7: Potentially Interfering Drugs and Test Concentration Results
All data passed the predetermined acceptance criterion except for ofloxacine.
Claim: Drugs: No interference was found at the therapeutic concentrations using common drug panels. Exceptions: Ofloxacine causes artificially high transferrin results.
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#### Method Comparison to Predicate 4.6.
A method comparison of the Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) assay on the cobas c 501 versus the predicate device, N Antisera to Human Transferrin (Siemens) on the BN ProSpec analyzer was conducted.
One hundred and seven routine fresh, never-frozen human urine samples were used in the method comparison testing. One of the 109 urine samples collected was removed due to a pH >8 and one was removed due to a measured value outside of the defined measuring range. No patient information was obtained. No samples were spiked or diluted.
The samples were tested in singlicate using the N Antisera to Human Transferrin assay (K053075) from Siemens on the BN ProSpec System and the Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) assay on the cobas c 501 analyzer.
The data was evaluated using Passing Bablok Regression analysis.
4.6.1. Results and Conclusions
Regression analysis results (mg/dL):
y = 1.007x + 0.0052, r = 0.995
Predetermined acceptance criteria for Method Comparison to the Predicate were met.
#### CLINICAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION 5.
Not applicable.
#### ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 6.
#### Other Devices Required But Not Provided: 6.1.
The Tina-quant Transferrin ver.2 (urine application) continues to use:
- Calibrator f. a. s. Proteins (K133330) .
- PreciControl ClinChem Multi 1 (K133330) .
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- PreciControl ClinChem Multi 2 (K133330) .
- Precinorm Protein (K133330) •
- Precipath Protein (K133330) •
- Diluent NaCl 9% (21 CFR § 864.4010, Class I 510(k) exempt) .
#### CONCLUSIONS 7.
The submitted information in this premarket notification supports a substantial equivalence decision.
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Learn the FDA Browser
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
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.