Lancing device is used with disposable blood lancet to obtain capillary blood samples.
Device Story
Spring-driven lancing device; used with disposable lancets to obtain capillary blood samples. Features multiple penetration depth levels (up to 6 or 9 settings). Operated by patient for single-patient use; used at home or point-of-care. User manually primes device, selects depth, and triggers mechanism to puncture skin. Provides access to blood for diagnostic testing. Device models include PressGo, LDE3, LDE3 AST, LDE5, and EasyStep.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence supported by bench testing, including appearance, dimensions, compatibility, bounce, puncture, adjustable performance, lancet unloading, and biocompatibility (cytotoxicity, sensitization, intracutaneous reactivity, acute systemic toxicity, pyrogenicity).
Technological Characteristics
Spring-driven mechanical lancing device. Materials: ABS, POM, PC, PS. Multi-depth adjustment (6 or 9 levels). Single-patient use. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-1. Disinfection efficacy and cyclic testing validated for PC components.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use with a disposable blood lancet to obtain capillary blood samples from the fingertip, palm, or forearm for single-patient use.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
The regulation covers four types of blood lancets: (a) Single use only blood lancet with an integral sharps injury prevention feature; (b) Single use only blood lancet without an integral sharps injury prevention feature; (c) Multiple use blood lancet for single patient use only; and (d) Multiple use blood lancet for multiple patient use. All are defined as disposable or reusable devices comprised of a blade attached to a base used to puncture the skin to obtain a drop of blood for diagnostic purposes.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls are:(i) The design characteristics of the device must ensure that the structure and material composition are consistent with the intended use and must include a sharps injury prevention feature.
(ii) Mechanical performance testing must demonstrate that the device will withstand forces encountered during use and that the integral sharps injury prevention feature will irreversibly disable the device after one use.
(iii) The device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(iv) Sterility testing must demonstrate the sterility of any device component that breaches the skin (
*e.g.,* blade).(v) Labeling must include:
(A) Detailed descriptions, with illustrations, of the proper use of the device and its sharps injury prevention feature.
(B) Handwashing instructions for the user before and after use of the device.
(C) Instructions on preparation (
*e.g.,* cleaning, disinfection) of the skin to be pierced.(D) Instructions for the safe disposal of the device.
(E) Labeling must be appropriate for the intended use environment.
(
*1* ) For those devices intended for health care settings, labeling must address the health care facility use of these devices, including how these lancets are to be used with personal protective equipment, such as gloves.(
*2* ) For those devices intended for use in the home, labeling must be written so that it is understandable to lay users.(vi) Labeling must also include the following statements, prominently placed:
(A) “For use only on a single patient. Discard the entire device after use.”
(B) “Warning: Not intended for more than one use. Do not use on more than one patient. Improper use of blood lancets can increase the risk of inadvertent transmission of bloodborne pathogens, particularly in settings where multiple patients are tested.”
(b)
*Single use only blood lancet without an integral sharps injury prevention feature* —(1)*Identification.* A disposable blood lancet intended for a single use that is comprised of a single use blade attached to a solid, non-reusable base that is used to puncture the skin to obtain a drop of blood for diagnostic purposes.(2)
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls are:(i) The design characteristics of the device must ensure that the structure and material composition are consistent with the intended use and address the risk of sharp object injuries and bloodborne pathogen transmissions.
(ii) Mechanical performance testing must demonstrate that the device will withstand forces encountered during use.
(iii) The device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(iv) Sterility testing must demonstrate the sterility of any device component that breaches the skin (
*e.g.,* blade).(v) Labeling must include:
(A) Detailed descriptions, with illustrations, of the proper use of the device.
(B) Handwashing instructions for the user before and after use of the device.
(C) Instructions on preparation (
*e.g.,* cleaning, disinfection) of the skin to be pierced.(D) Instructions for the safe disposal of the device.
(E) Labeling must be appropriate for the intended use environment.
(
*1* ) For those devices intended for health care settings, labeling must address the health care facility use of these devices, including how these lancets are to be used with personal protective equipment, such as gloves.(
*2* ) For those devices intended for use in the home, labeling must be written so that it is understandable to lay users.(vi) Labeling must also include the following statements, prominently placed:
(A) “For use only on a single patient. Discard the entire device after use.”
(B) “Warning: Not intended for more than one use. Do not use on more than one patient. Improper use of blood lancets can increase the risk of inadvertent transmission of bloodborne pathogens, particularly in settings where multiple patients are tested.”
(c)
*Multiple use blood lancet for single patient use only* —(1)*Identification.* A multiple use capable blood lancet intended for use on a single patient that is comprised of a single use blade attached to a solid, reusable base that is used to puncture the skin to obtain a drop of blood for diagnostic purposes.(2)
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls are:(i) The design characteristics of the device must ensure that:
(A) The lancet blade can be changed with every use, either manually or by triggering a blade storage unit to discard the used blade and reload an unused blade into the reusable base; and
(B) The structure and material composition are consistent with the intended use and address the risk of sharp object injuries and bloodborne pathogen transmissions and allow for validated cleaning and disinfection.
(ii) Mechanical performance testing must demonstrate that the device will withstand forces encountered during use.
(iii) The device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(iv) Sterility testing must demonstrate the sterility of any device component that breaches the skin (
*e.g.,* blade).(v) Validation testing must demonstrate that the cleaning and disinfection instructions are adequate to ensure that the reusable lancet base can be cleaned and low level disinfected.
(vi) Labeling must include:
(A) Detailed descriptions, with illustrations, of the proper use of the device.
(B) The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registered disinfectant's contact time for disinfectant use.
(C) Handwashing instructions for the user before and after use of the device.
(D) Instructions on preparation (
*e.g.,* cleaning, disinfection) of the skin to be pierced.(E) Instructions on the cleaning and disinfection of the device.
(F) Instructions for the safe disposal of the device.
(G) Instructions for use must address the safe storage of the reusable blood lancet base between uses to minimize contamination or damage and the safe storage and disposal of the refill lancet blades.
(H) Labeling must be appropriate for the intended use environment.
(
*1* ) For those devices intended for health care settings, labeling must address the health care facility use of these devices, including how these lancets are to be used with personal protective equipment, such as gloves.(
*2* ) For those devices intended for use in the home, labeling must be written so that it is understandable to lay users.(vii) Labeling must also include the following statements, prominently placed:
(A) “For use only on a single patient. Disinfect reusable components according to manufacturer's instructions between each use.”
(B) “Used lancet blades must be safely discarded after a single use.”
(C) “Warning: Do not use on more than one patient. Improper use of blood lancets can increase the risk of inadvertent transmission of bloodborne pathogens, particularly in settings where multiple patients are tested. The cleaning and disinfection instructions for this device are intended only to reduce the risk of local use site infection; they cannot render this device safe for use for more than one patient.”
(d)
*Multiple use blood lancet for multiple patient use* —(1)*Identification.* A multiple use capable blood lancet intended for use on multiple patients that is comprised of a single use blade attached to a solid, reusable base that is used to puncture the skin to obtain a drop of blood for diagnostic purposes.(2)
*Classification.* Class III (premarket approval).(3)
*Date PMA or notice of completion of a PDP is required:* A PMA or a notice of completion of a PDP is required to be filed with the Food and Drug Administration on or before May 22, 2024, for any multiple use blood lancet for multiple patient use described in paragraph (d)(1) of this section that was in commercial distribution before May 28, 1976, or that has, on or before May 22, 2024, been found to be substantially equivalent to a multiple use blood lancet for multiple patient use described in paragraph (d)(1) of this section that was in commercial distribution before May 28, 1976. Any other multiple use blood lancet for multiple patient use shall have an approved PMA or a declared completed PDP in effect before being placed in commercial distribution.
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FDA U.S. FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION
July 6, 2026
Sterilance Medical (Suzhou), Inc.
Susan Sun
Quality Manager
#168 Putuoshan Rd., New District
Suzhou, Jiangsu 215253
China
Re: K260122
Trade/Device Name: Lancing Device (PressGo, LDE3, LDE3AST, LDE5, EasyStep)
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4850
Regulation Name: Blood Lancets
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: QRL
Dated: June 12, 2026
Received: June 12, 2026
Dear Susan Sun:
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 (the 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 available 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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
U.S. Food & Drug Administration
10903 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20993
www.fda.gov
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Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR) (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, ISO 13485 clause 7.3 (Design controls), ISO 13485 clause 8.3 (Nonconforming product), ISO 13485 clause 8.5.2 (Corrective action), and ISO 13485 clause 8.5.3 (Preventative action). Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QMSR requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (ISO 13485 clause 7.3 and ISO 13485 clause 7.5) and document changes and approvals in the Medical Device File (ISO 13485 clause 4.2.3).
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reporting-combination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR) (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.
All medical devices, including Class I and unclassified devices and combination product device constituent parts are required to be in compliance with the final Unique Device Identification System rule ("UDI Rule"). The UDI Rule requires, among other things, that a device bear a unique device identifier (UDI) on its label and package (21 CFR 801.20(a)) unless an exception or alternative applies (21 CFR 801.20(b)) and that the dates on the device label be formatted in accordance with 21 CFR 801.18. The UDI Rule (21 CFR 830.300(a) and 830.320(b)) also requires that certain information be submitted to the Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID) (21 CFR Part 830 Subpart E). For additional information on these requirements, please see the UDI System webpage at https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/unique-device-identification-system-udi-system.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reporting-mdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-
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assistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely,
Colin K.
Chen -S
Digitally signed by
Colin K. Chen -S
Date: 2026.07.06
23:38:15 -04'00'
Colin K. Chen, Ph.D.
Acting Assistant Director
DHT4A: Division of General Surgery Devices
OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices
Office of Product Evaluation and Quality
Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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| Indications for Use | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Please type in the marketing application/submission number, if it is known. This textbox will be left blank for original applications/submissions. | K260122 | ? |
| Please provide the device trade name(s). | | ? |
| Lancing Device (LDE3, LDE3 AST, LDE5, PressGo, EasyStep) | | |
| Please provide your Indications for Use below. | | ? |
| Lancing device is used with disposable blood lancet to obtain capillary blood samples. | | |
| Please select the types of uses (select one or both, as applicable). | ☐ Prescription Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart D) ☑ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) | ? |
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K260122
# 510(K) Summary
Prepared in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR Part 807.92
Prepared Date: 2026/03/31
## 1. Submission sponsor
Name: SteriLance Medical (Suzhou) Inc.
Address: No.168 PuTuoShan Road, New District, 215153 Suzhou, Jiangsu, P. R. China
Contact person: Susan Sun
Title: Quality Manager
E-mail: registration@sterilance.com
Tel: 86-0512-65799308 Ext 9294
2. Subject Device Information
| Trade/Device Name | Lancing device |
| --- | --- |
| Model | PressGo; LDE3; LDE3 AST; LDE5; EasyStep |
| Common Name | Lancing device |
| Regulatory Class | Class II |
| Classification | 21CFR 878.4850 / Multiple use blood lancet for single patient use only / QRL |
| Submission type | Traditional 510(k) |
## 3. Predicate Device
SteriLance Medical (Suzhou) Inc., LDE; LDE AST; LDE4; LDE4 AST; NanoSense; OneStep Lancing Device, under K221970.
## 4. Device Description
Lancing device is used with disposable blood lancet to obtain capillary blood samples. It has multiple penetration depth levels, normally 6 or 9. Lancing device is for single patient use only.
## 5. Intended use & Indication for use
Lancing device is used with disposable blood lancet to obtain capillary blood samples.
6. Comparison to the Predicate Device
| Comparison table between the subject devices and the predicate devices | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Comparison item | Subject Device:Lancing device | Predicate Device: Lancing device (K221970) | Comparison |
| Manufacturer | SteriLance Medical (Suzhou) Inc. | SteriLance Medical (Suzhou) Inc. | Same |
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| Product code | QRL | QRL | Same |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Regulation code | 21CFR 878.4850 | 21CFR 878.4850 | Same |
| Classification | Class II | Class II | Same |
| Type of use | OTC | OTC | Same |
| Intended use & indications for use | Lancing device is used with the disposable blood lancet to obtain capillary blood samples. | Lancing device is used with the disposable blood lancet to obtain capillary blood samples. | Same |
| Product model | PressGo, LDE 3, LDE3 AST, LDE5, EasyStep | LDE, LDE AST, LDE4, LDE4 AST, NanoSense, OneStep | Difference |
| Reuse durability | Multi use for single patient | Multi use for single patient | Same |
| Self life | 5 years | 5 years | Same |
| Depth adjustment | Puncture depth requirement (Unit: mm) | Puncture depth requirement (Unit: mm) | Similarly:The subject device's depth adjustment is identical across the predicate device.Performance tests address these differences, ensuring no impact on design principles, usage, effectiveness, or safety. |
| Model | LDE3 | PressGo, LDE5, EasyStep | | Model | LDE | LDE4 | NanoSense |
| 1-gear | 0.60±0.30 | 0.60±0.30 | | 1-gear | 0.60±0.30 | 0.50±0.30 | 0.80±0.30 |
| 1.5-gear | / | 0.75±0.30 | | 1.5-gear | / | 0.70±0.30 | 0.95±0.30 |
| 2-gear | 0.90±0.30 | 0.90±0.30 | | 2-gear | 0.90±0.30 | 0.90±0.30 | 1.10±0.30 |
| 2.5-gear | / | 1.05±0.30 | | 2.5-gear | / | 1.10±0.30 | 1.25±0.30 |
| 3-gear | 1.20±0.30 | 1.20±0.30 | | 3-gear | 1.20±0.30 | 1.30±0.30 | 1.40±0.30 |
| 3.5-gear | / | 1.35±0.30 | | 3.5-gear | / | 1.50±0.30 | 1.55±0.30 |
| 4-gear | 1.50±0.30 | 1.50±0.30 | | 4-gear | 1.50±0.30 | 1.70±0.30 | 1.70±0.30 |
| 4.5-gear | / | 1.65±0.30 | | 4.5-gear | / | 1.90±0.30 | 1.85±0.30 |
| 5-gear | 1.80±0.30 | 1.80±0.30 | | 5-gear | 1.80±0.30 | 2.10±0.30 | 2.00±0.30 |
| 6-gear | 2.10±0.30 | / | | 6-gear | 2.10±0.30 | / | / |
| The puncture depth of LDE3 AST is more than 1.1mm which is Non adjustable depth. | The puncture depth of LDE AST and LDE4 AST is more than 1.1mm which is Non adjustable depth. |
| Mechanical loading | Spring-driven | Spring-driven | Same |
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| Puncture sites | Fingertip Palm (AST end cap) Forearm (AST end cap) | Fingertip Palm (AST end cap) Forearm (AST end cap) | Same |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Materials of parts in contact with human body | Priming barrel: ABS Ejector: POM Lancet holder: ABS Trigger button: ABS Adjusting head inner core: ABS Out cover: ABS End Cap: ABS, PC AST end cap: PS | Priming barrel: ABS Ejector: POM Lancet holder: ABS Trigger button: ABS Adjusting head inner core: ABS Out cover: ABS End Cap: ABS AST end cap: PS | Difference: The subject devices' has added PC material and has undergone biocompatibility testing in accordance with ISO 10993. The product's PC material has undergone disinfection efficacy and cyclic testing validation. |
| Biocompatibility testing | Biocompatible according to ISO 10993-1 | Biocompatible according to ISO 10993-1 | Same |
| Performance Testing | Appearance Type and Basic dimension Laser marking appearance Compatible performance Bounce performance Puncture performance Adjustable performance Lancet unloading performance | Appearance Basic dimension Printing appearance Compatible performance Bounce performance Puncture performance Adjustable performance Lancet unloading performance | Similarly: The printing process of the Logo is different, and this difference does not affect the effectiveness and safety of the device. |
| Label/Labeling | Complied with 21 CFR 878.4850 (c)(2) | Complied with 21 CFR 878.4850 (c)(2) | Same |
### 7. Performance Data
The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence
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determination.
# **Biocompatibility testing**
The biocompatibility evaluation for the proposed device was conducted in accordance with the FDA Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff: Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, "Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process". The battery of testing included the following tests:
- Cytotoxicity
- Skin Sensitization
- Intracutaneous reactivity
- Acute systemic toxicity
- Pyrogenicity
# **Non-clinical data**
The bench testing performed verifies that the performance of the subject devices are substantially equivalent in terms of critical performance characteristics to the predicate device. These tests include:
- Appearance
- Type and basic dimension
- Compatible performance
- Bounce performance
- Puncture performance
- Adjustable performance
- Lancet unloading performance
- Laser marking appearance
# **8. Conclusion**
The lancing device have the same indications for use as the predicate devices listed above. Any minor differences in the technological characteristics of the subject device when compared to the predicate devices have been successfully evaluated through appropriate safety and performance testing which demonstrates that the subject device, when compared to the predicate device, does not raise any new questions of safety and effectiveness.
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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.