The Healgen® AccuFluor Fentanyl Fluorescence Immunoassay (FIA) Test Kit-Qualitative is a fluorescence immunoassay intended for the qualitative detection of fentanyl in human urine at a cutoff concentration of 1.0 ng/mL. The assay is intended for use with Healgen® Immunofluorescence analyzer OG-H180. This in vitro diagnostic device is for prescription use only. This assay provides only a preliminary analytical test result. A more specific alternate chemical method must be used to obtain a confirmed analytical result. Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) and Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) are the preferred confirmatory methods. Clinical consideration and professional judgment should be applied to a Fentanyl test result, particularly when a preliminary positive result is obtained. The Healgen® Immunofluorescence analyzer OG-H180 is a portable fluorescence instrument for in vitro diagnostic use only. The analyzer is designed to detect test results from in vitro diagnostic tests on clinical specimens. This analyzer can be used in a laboratory or point-of-care setting.
Device Story
Device is a fluorescence immunoassay (FIA) for qualitative fentanyl detection in human urine; utilizes competitive binding principle with fluorescent microsphere-labeled antibodies. Input: urine specimen applied to test cassette. Operation: analyte competes with drug conjugate for antibody binding sites; capillary action drives migration. Analyzer (OG-H180) detects fluorescence signal at test line (T) and control line (C). Output: qualitative result (positive/negative) displayed on analyzer screen. Used in laboratory or point-of-care settings; operated by healthcare professionals. Provides preliminary results; requires confirmatory testing via GC-MS or LC-MS. Benefits patient by enabling rapid screening for fentanyl presence to inform clinical decision-making.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical trials performed. Evidence consists of analytical performance studies including precision/reproducibility (3 lots, 3 analyzers, 3 sites, 10 days), cross-reactivity, and interference testing (128 compounds). Method comparison study conducted at 3 POC sites using 80 clinical urine samples (40 negative, 40 positive) compared against LC-MS/MS reference method. Results demonstrate device performance at the 1.0 ng/mL cutoff.
Technological Characteristics
Fluorescence immunoassay using competitive binding. Components: test cassette, immunofluorescence analyzer (OG-H180), dropper, timer. Analyzer features: 2.8-inch LCD screen, self-calibration, QR code recognition. Connectivity: standalone. Sterilization: not specified. Software: embedded firmware for signal processing and result interpretation.
Indications for Use
Indicated for qualitative detection of fentanyl in human urine at 1.0 ng/mL cutoff. For prescription use only. Intended for use in laboratory or point-of-care settings to provide preliminary analytical results requiring confirmation by GC-MS or LC-MS.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An opiate test system is a device intended to measure any of the addictive narcotic pain-relieving opiate drugs in blood, serum, urine, gastric contents, and saliva. An opiate is any natural or synthetic drug that has morphine-like pharmocological actions. The opiates include drugs such as morphine, morphine glucoronide, heroin, codeine, nalorphine, and meperedine. Measurements obtained by this device are used in the diagnosis and treatment of opiate use or overdose and in monitoring the levels of opiate administration to ensure appropriate therapy.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). An opiate test system is not exempt if it is intended for any use other than employment or insurance testing or is intended for Federal drug testing programs. The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 862.9, provided the test system is intended for employment and insurance testing and includes a statement in the labeling that the device is intended solely for use in employment and insurance testing, and does not include devices intended for Federal drug testing programs (*e.g.,* programs run by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the Department of Transportation (DOT), and the U.S. military).
Predicate Devices
BioSieve™ Fentanyl FIA Test Kit; BioSieve™ ToxiSmart FIA Reader (K240124)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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U.S. FOOD & DRUG
ADMINISTRATION
# 510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION DECISION SUMMARY
ASSAY AND INSTRUMENT
## I Background Information:
A 510(k) Number
K251972
B Applicant
Healgen Scientific LLC
C Proprietary and Established Names
Healgen® AccuFluor Fentanyl Fluorescence Immunoassay (FIA)Test Kit - Qualitative; Healgen® Immunofluorescence Analyzer (OG-H180)
D Regulatory Information
| Product Code(s) | Classification | Regulation Section | Panel |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| DJG | Class II | 21 CFR 862.3650 - Opiate Test System | TX - Clinical Toxicology |
| KHO | Class I | 21 CFR 862.2560 - Fluorometer for clinical use | CH - Clinical Chemistry |
## II Submission/Device Overview:
A Purpose for Submission:
New device
B Measurand:
Fentanyl
C Type of Test:
Qualitative, fluorescence immunoassay (FIA)
Food and Drug Administration
10903 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
www.fda.gov
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# III Intended Use/Indications for Use:
## A Intended Use(s):
See Indications for Use below.
## B Indication(s) for Use:
The Healgen® AccuFluor Fentanyl Fluorescence Immunoassay (FIA) Test Kit-Qualitative is a fluorescence immunoassay intended for the qualitative detection of fentanyl in human urine at a cutoff concentration of 1.0 ng/mL. The assay is intended for use with Healgen® Immunofluorescence analyzer OG-H180. This in vitro diagnostic device is for prescription use only.
This assay provides only a preliminary analytical test result. A more specific alternate chemical method must be used to obtain a confirmed analytical result. Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) and Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) are the preferred confirmatory methods. Clinical consideration and professional judgment should be applied to a Fentanyl test result, particularly when a preliminary positive result is obtained.
The Healgen® Immunofluorescence analyzer OG-H180 is a portable fluorescence instrument for in vitro diagnostic use only. The analyzer is designed to detect test results from in vitro diagnostic tests on clinical specimens. This analyzer can be used in a laboratory or point-of-care setting.
## C Special Conditions for Use Statement(s):
Rx - For Prescription Use Only
## D Special Instrument Requirements:
Healgen Immunofluorescence Analyzer OG-H180
# IV Device/System Characteristics:
## A Device Description:
The AccuFluor Fentanyl FIA Test Kit-Qualitative consists of test cassette, Immunofluorescence analyzer, quantitative dropper, timer, and user manual.
## B Principle of Operation:
The AccuFluor Fentanyl FIA Test Kit-Qualitative is a rapid fluorescence immunoassay based on the principle of competitive binding, which uses fluorescent microspheres-labeled antibody as the indicator marker to qualitatively detect fentanyl in human urine. Analyte present in the urine specimen compete against the drug conjugate for binding sites on the antibody.
During testing, a urine specimen migrates upward by capillary action. When the concentration of fentanyl in the sample is higher than or equal to the cut-off of the product, it will compete with the corresponding conjugate coated on the test area (T) to bind to the fluorescently labeled monoclonal
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antibody. Thus, fluorescence signal rendering of the test line is inhibited, and the result is positive. If the sample does not contain fentanyl or its concentration is lower than the cut-off of the product, the corresponding conjugate on the test line reacts with sufficient fluorescently labeled monoclonal antibodies. Thus, the test line will develop a fluorescence signal and the result is negative. To serve as a procedural control, a signal will be detected at the control line (C) region indicating the proper volume of specimen has been added and membrane wicking has occurred. The test is interpreted by the Healgen Immunofluorescence analyzer OG-H180, and the result will be interpreted by the analyzer.
## C Instrument Description Information:
1. Instrument Name:
Healgen immunofluorescence Analyzer (OG-H180)
2. Specimen Identification:
Sample identification numbers must be entered manually by the user.
3. Specimen Sampling and Handling:
Specimen collection, preparation, and handling conditions are described in the package insert of the assay.
4. Calibration:
Self-calibration is built in each analyzer.
5. Quality Control:
Quality control Chip Cassette is provided for each test kit.
6. Operation Instructions:
AccuFluor Fentanyl FIA Test Kit provides two test modes: Standard and non-standard test (quick test) modes. Before the start of each mode, the reagent ID chip is inserted, and the operator selects the sample type and test item.
- Under the standard test mode, the sample is dropped into a sample well using the provided dropper. The test card with the sample is then placed into the instrument and the operator starts the test by pressing the "Start test" button on the instrument which automatically starts a timer. At the end of the incubation period, the instrument will record the test results and the result will be available for reading and printing to the operator.
- Under the quick test mode, the sample is dropped into a sample well using the provided dropper. The test card with the sample is kept on a flat surface outside of the instrument and manually incubated using a timer. At the end of the incubation period, the test card with the patient sample is inserted into the instrument and the operator starts the test by
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pressing the "Start test" button on the instrument. The instrument will record the test results and the result will be available for reading and printing to the operator.
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V Substantial Equivalence Information:
A Predicate Device Name(s):
BioSieve™ Fentanyl FIA Test Kit; BioSieve™ ToxiSmart FIA Reader
B Predicate 510(k) Number(s):
K240124
C Comparison with Predicate(s):
| Device & Predicate Device(s): | K251972 | K240124 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Device Trade Name | Healgen® AccuFluor Fentanyl Fluorescence Immunoassay (FIA)Test Kit - Qualitative; Healgen® Immunofluorescence Analyzer (OG-H180) | BioSieve™ Fentanyl FIA Test Kit, BioSieve™ ToxiSmart FIA Reader |
| General Device Characteristic Similarities | | |
| Intended Use/Indications For Use | Qualitative determination of fentanyl in human urine. | Same |
| Specimen Type | Human Urine | Same |
| General Device Characteristic Differences | | |
| Calibration Check | A self-test card is supplied with the analyzer and used to check instrument functions including QR code recognition and test cassette scanning. | A Quality control test device is supplied with the Reader and used to check the Reader optics and calculation systems. |
| User Interface | 2.8-inch LCD Screen display | 1.54-inch LCD Screen display |
| Weight | ~0.54 lbs | ~0.36 lbs |
VI Standards/Guidance Documents Referenced:
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None referenced.
## VII Performance Characteristics (if/when applicable):
### A Analytical Performance:
#### 1. Precision/Reproducibility:
Precision studies were carried out for samples with concentrations of -100% cutoff, -75% cutoff, -50% cutoff, -25% cutoff, cutoff, +25% cutoff, +50% cutoff, +75% cutoff and +100% cutoff for fentanyl cut off concentration of 1 ng/mL. Samples with concentration of -100% cutoff were drug-free urines samples. Other samples were prepared by spiking target drug fentanyl in drug-free urine samples. Each drug concentration was confirmed by LC-MS/MS. All sample aliquots were blindly labeled by the person who prepared the samples but didn't take part in the sample testing.
The precision data was collected using three lots of reagent, three analyzers, and three sites, with one replicate per run per lot per instrument, with two runs per day collected over 10 days.
Each study site has at least one test operator to perform the test. There are six tests per day per concentration at each site (2 runs per day × 3 lots × 9 concentrations) for a total 54 tests per day per site.
**Test Results Summary**
| Result drug | -100%cut off | -75% cut off | -50% cut off | -25% cut off | cut off | +25% cut off | +50% cut off | +75% cut off | +100%cut off |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Lot 1 | 60(-)/0(+) | 60(-)/0(+) | 60(-)/0(+) | 57(-)/3(+) | 22(-)/38(+) | 60(+)/0(-) | 60(+)/ 0(-) | 60(+)/0(-) | 60(+)/0(-) |
| Lot 2 | 60(-)/0(+) | 60(-)/0(+) | 60(-)/0(+) | 57(-)/3(+) | 24(-)/36(+) | 60(+)/0(-) | 60(+)/ 0(-) | 60(+)/0(-) | 60(+)/0(-) |
| Lot 3 | 60(-)/0(+) | 60(-)/0(+) | 60(-)/0(+) | 56(-)/4(+) | 23(-)/37(+) | 60(+)/0(-) | 60(+)/ 0(-) | 60(+)/0(-) | 60(+)/0(-) |
#### 2. Linearity:
Not applicable, this device is intended for qualitative use only.
#### 3. Analytical Specificity/Interference:
**Specificity Using Drug Free Samples:**
**Cross Reactivity:**
The sponsor performed a study to verify potential cross-reactants using the target drug, drug metabolites and other related compounds.
Target drugs, drug metabolites within the same class of drugs, substances with similar molecular structures that potentially cross-react were added to drug-free specimens at different concentrations. These samples were tested on three instruments using three lots of AccuFluor Fentanyl Fluorescence Immunoassay (FIA)Test Kit - Qualitative by three different operators.
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The lowest concentration that caused a positive result for each compound was reported and the percent cross reactivity of a compound is calculated by dividing the cutoff concentration by the minimum concentration required to obtain a positive result and then multiplying by 100%. The results are listed in the table below:
| Components | Concentration (ng/mL) | Cross- Reactivity (%) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Norfentanyl | 30,000 | 0.003% |
| Carfentanil | 8,000 | 0.013% |
| Sufentanil | 50,000 | 0.002% |
| Cyclopropyl fentanyl | 1 | 100% |
| Furanyl Fentanyl | 10 | 10% |
| Para-fluorobutyryl fentanyl | 10 | 10% |
| 4-Fluoro-isobutyryl fentanyl | 5 | 20% |
| O-Fluorofentanyl | 10 | 10% |
| 2'-Fluoro ortho-Fluorofenyanyl | 10 | 10% |
| Valeryl Fentanyl | 5 | 20% |
| (±) β-hydroxythiofentanyl | 3 | 33.33% |
| Tetrahydrofuranyl fentanyl | 1.56 | 64.10% |
| 2-Thiofuranyl fentanyl | 5 | 20% |
| Methoxyacetyl fentanyl | 1.56 | 64.10% |
| 4-methoxybutyryl fentanyl (para) | 20 | 5% |
| N-methyl norfentanyl | 20,000 | 0.005% |
| 3',4'-dimethoxy Fentanyl | 125 | 0.8% |
| Acetyl-α-methyl fentanyl | 62.5 | 1.6% |
| 4'-methyl acetyl fentanyl | 125 | 0.8% |
| Benzyl fentanyl | 125 | 0.8% |
| Meta-methoxy Furanyl fentanyl | 100 | 1% |
| α-methyl fentanyl | 62.5 | 1.6% |
| Para-fluoro fentanyl | 1 | 100% |
| Ocfentanil | 5 | 20% |
| Isobutyryl fentanyl | 2.5 | 40% |
| Butyryl fentanyl | 3 | 33.33% |
| Acetyl fentanyl | 1 | 100% |
| Acrylfentanyl | 0.9 | 111.11% |
| Risperidone | 50,000 | 0.002% |
| 9-Hydroxyrisperidone | 10,000 | 0.01% |
| (±)-3-cis-methyl fentanyl | 50 | 2% |
| Despropionyl fentanyl (4-ANPP) | 7000 | 0.014% |
| ω-1-Hydroxyfentanyl | 50,000 | 0.002% |
| Acetyl norfentanyl | >100 μg/mL | <0.001% |
| Norcarfentanil | >100 μg/mL | <0.001% |
| Remifentanil | >100 μg/mL | <0.001% |
| Alfentanil | >100 μg/mL | <0.001% |
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The following opioid compounds were tested and produced a negative result at a concentration of 100 µg/mL:
6-Acetyl morphine, Amphetamine, Buprenorphine, Buprenorphine glucuronide, Codeine, Dextromethorphan, Dihydrocodeine, EDDP, EMDP, Fluoxetine, Heroin, Hydrocodone, Hydromorphone, Ketamine, Levorphanol, Meperidine, Methadone, Morphine, Morphine-3-glucuronide, Naloxone, Naltrexone, Norbuprenorphine, Norcodeine, Norketamine, Normeperidine, Normorphine, Noroxycodone, Oxycodone, Oxymorphone, Pentazocine (Talwin), Pipamperone, Trazodone, Buspirone, Tapentadol, Thioridazine, Tilidine, Tramadol, Tramadol-O- Desmethyl, Tramadol-N- Desmethyl.
## Interference:
### 1. Interfering Substances:
The potential interferents substances found in human urine of physiological or pathological conditions were added to drug-free urine or urine spiked with fentanyl to concentrations at 50% below and 50% above cutoff levels. The interfering substances were tested at a concentration of 100 µg/mL or as specified in the table below.
These urine samples were tested using three (3) lots of the device and three (3) instruments by three (3) operators. The following 128 compounds all produced the expected negative or positive result with the Healgen AccuFluor Fentanyl Fluorescence Immunoassay (FIA)Test Kit. The listed compounds have no interference with AccuFluor Fentanyl Fluorescence Immunoassay (FIA) Test Kit - Qualitative at a concentration of 100 µg/mL, or at specified concentrations.
## Non-Interfering Compounds
| Acetaminophen | Creatinine | Ketamine | Perphenazine |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Acetone (1000 mg/dL) | Cyclobenzaprine | Ketoprofen | Phencyclidine |
| Acetophenetidin | Deoxycorticosterone | Labetalol | Phenelzine |
| Acetylsalicylic acid | Desipramine | Lidocaine | Phenobarbital |
| Albumin(100mg/dL) | Dextromethorphan | Loperamide | Prednisone |
| Albuterol | Diclofenac | Maprotiline | Propoxyphene |
| Aminopyrine | Diflunisal | Meperidine | Propranolol |
| Amitriptyline | Digoxin | Meprobamate | Pseudoephedrine |
| Amobarbital | Diphenhydramine | Methapyrilene | Quinine |
| Amoxicillin | DL-Tryptophan | Methaqualone | Ranitidine |
| Ampicillin | DL-Tyrosine | Methoxyphenamine | Riboflavin (10 mg/dL) |
| Apomorphine | Doxepin | Metronidazole (300µg/mL) | Salicylic acid |
| Ascorbic acid | Ecgonine methyl ester | N-Acetylprocainamide | Secobarbital |
| Aspartame | Ephedrine | NaCl (4000mg/dL) | Serotonin |
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| | | | (5-Hydroxytyramine) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Atropine | Erythromycin | Nalidixic acid | Sulfamethazine |
| Benzilic acid | Ethanol (1%) | Naloxone | Sulindac |
| Benzoic acid | Fenoprofen | Naltrexone | Tetrahydrocortisone 3-(ahDglucuronide) |
| Benzoylecgonine | Fluphenazine | Naproxen | Tetrahydrocortisone 3-acetate |
| Bilirubin | Furosemide | Niacinamide | Tetrahydrozoline |
| Boric Acid (1%) | Galactose (10mg/dL) | Nicotine | Thiamine |
| Bupropion | Gamma Globulin (500 mg/dL) | Nifedipine | Thioridazine |
| Caffeine | Gentisic acid | Norethindrone | Triamterene |
| Carbamazepine | Glucose (3000 mg/dL) | Nortriptyline | Trifluoperazine |
| Chloral hydrate | Hemoglobin | Noscapine | Trimethoprim |
| Chloramphenicol | Hydralazine | O-Hydroxyhippuric acid | Tyramine |
| Chlorothiazide | Hydrochlorothiazide | Octopamine | Urea (2000 mg/dL) |
| Chlorpromazine | Hydrocortisone | Oxalic acid (100 mg/dL) | Uric acid |
| Cholesterol | Hydroxytyramine | Oxazepam | Valproic acid (250 μg/mL) |
| Clomipramine | Ibuprofen | Oxolinic acid | Venlafaxine |
| Clonidine | Imipramine | Oxymetazoline | Verapamil |
| Cortisone | Isoproterenol | Papaverine | Zomepirac |
| Cotinine | Isoxsuprine | Penicillin G | β-Estradiol |
2. Effect of Specific Gravity and pH on the Accuracy of Test measurement:
To investigate the effect of urine specific gravity and urine pH, urine samples with specific gravity of 1.000 to 1.035 and urine samples with a pH of 4 to 9, in 1 pH unit increments, were spiked with target fentanyl at 50% below and 50% above cutoff levels. These samples were tested using three (3) lots of device, three (3) instruments and three (3) different operators. Results were all positive for samples at +50% cutoff and all negative for samples at and below -50% cutoff. The results demonstrate that varying ranges of specific gravity and pH do not interfere with the assay.
a. Assay Reportable Range:
Not applicable, this device is intended for qualitative use only.
b. Traceability, Stability, Expected Values (Controls, Calibrators, or Methods):
The assay is traceable to a commercial standard from Cerilliant Corp.
c. Detection Limit:
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Not applicable.
d. Assay Cut-Off:
Analytical performance of the device around the claimed cutoff is described in the precision section VII.A1. above.
e. Accuracy (Instrument):
See accuracy study in Section VII.B.1.
f. Carry-Over:
All sample contacting components are not reusable. Carryover is not applicable.
3. Comparison Studies:
a. Method Comparison with Predicate Device:
A comparison study between AccuFluor Fentanyl Fluorescence Immunoassay (FIA) Test Kit - Qualitative and LC-MS method was conducted at three POC sites (physician's offices). This study was a randomized and blinded accuracy study.
Clinical samples included a total of 80 urine samples (40 Negative and 40 positive). The clinical samples were labeled using randomized numbers by the person who prepares samples and did not perform the actual testing. Sample concentrations of fentanyl were confirmed by LC-MS/MS, range from drug-free, < -50% Cut-off, -50% Cutoff ~ Cut-off, Cut-off ~ +50% Cutoff, > +50% Cut-off of fentanyl cutoff 1 ng/mL prior to testing on the candidate device.
The study was performed using three reagent lots and three analyzers, and by three operators. Results are summarized in the tables below:
| Site | Result | Negative | Low Negative (less than -50%) < 0.5 ng/mL | Near Cutoff Negative Between -50% and cutoff) 0.5 - > 1 ng/mL | Near Cutoff Positive (Between the cutoff and +50%) 1.0 - 1.5 ng/mL | High Positive (greater than +50%) > 1.5 ng/mL |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Site 1 | Positive | 0 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 17 |
| | Negative | 7 | 19 | 11 | 2 | 0 |
| Site 2 | Positive | 0 | 0 | 2 | 20 | 17 |
| | Negative | 7 | 19 | 12 | 3 | 0 |
| Site 3 | Positive | 0 | 0 | 2 | 20 | 17 |
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b. Matrix Comparison:
Not applicable. The assay is intended to be used with urine samples only.
4. Clinical Studies:
a. Clinical Sensitivity:
Not applicable.
b. Clinical Specificity:
Not applicable.
c. Other Clinical Supportive Data (When 1. and 2. Are Not Applicable):
Not applicable.
5. Clinical Cut-Off:
Not applicable.
6. Expected Values/Reference Range:
Not applicable.
7. Other Supportive Instrument Performance Characteristics Data:
Not applicable.
VIII Proposed Labeling:
The labeling supports finding of substantial equivalence for this device.
IX Conclusion:
The submitted information in this premarket notification is complete and supports a substantial equivalence decision.
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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.