K Number
K234088

Validate with FDA (Live)

Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2024-05-03

(133 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
862.1493
Age Range
All
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
N/A
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticPediatricDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

Emily's Care Nourish Test System (Model 1) quantitatively measures the concentration of protein, fat (triglycerides), and carbohydrates (lactose) in human milk. It also provides calculated values for calories (energy). These measurements, in conjunction with other clinical assessments, may be used to aid in the nutritional management of newborns, including preterm, and infants.

This device is intended for use in healthcare by trained healthcare personnel at point of care or clinical laboratory settings.

The device is for prescription use only.

Device Description

The Emily's Care Nourish Test System (Model 1) is an in vitro diagnostic device that consists of the following:

    1. iPhone models 12 mini. 12 pro. 12 pro max. 13. 13 pro max, 14 or 14 pro max running iOS 16 or 17
    1. Free Emily's Care app to be downloaded on the iPhone app store
    1. Single-use test strips, in a desiccant-lined vial
    1. Single-use reference card to place the test strip on to be read
    1. Pipettes and tubes to collect milk
    1. Lightbox
AI/ML Overview

The provided text is a 510(k) summary from the FDA for the Emily's Care Nourish Test System (Model 1). It primarily focuses on the regulatory aspects of device clearance rather than a detailed study report on acceptance criteria and performance. Therefore, I cannot provide a complete answer to all parts of your request based solely on the provided text.

Specifically, the document does not contain:

  • A table of acceptance criteria and reported device performance (only ranges are given for measuring various components).
  • Details on sample sizes used for the test set, data provenance, or details about training sets.
  • Information on the number or qualifications of experts, adjudication methods, or MRMC comparative effectiveness studies.
  • Information on standalone algorithm performance or the type of ground truth used beyond stating that the device measures "macronutrients."

However, I can extract the following information relevant to your request based on the provided text:

1. A table of acceptance criteria and the reported device performance

The document does not explicitly present a table of acceptance criteria with corresponding performance metrics. It indicates acceptable measuring ranges for the macronutrients, which can be seen as implicit acceptance criteria for the device's measurement capabilities.

MacronutrientMeasuring Range (Candidate Device)Measuring Range (Predicate Device)
Fat0.6 - 6.0 g/dl0.6 - 6.0 g/dl
Protein0.6 - 2.4 g/dlCrude Protein: 0.8 - 3.0 g/dl True Protein: 0.6 - 2.4 g/dl
Carbohydrates/Lactose4.5 - 9.5 g/dl6.6 - 8.7 g/dl

The document states that "The Emily's Care Nourish Test System underwent bench testing to evaluate its performance characteristics, including precision, accuracy (bias), linearity, sensitivity, and interference." While these are the types of performance characteristics evaluated, the specific acceptance criteria and the numerical results are not provided in this summary.

2. Sample sizes used for the test set and the data provenance (e.g., country of origin of the data, retrospective or prospective)

This information is not provided in the given text.

3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts (e.g., radiologist with 10 years of experience)

This information is not provided in the given text.

4. Adjudication method (e.g., 2+1, 3+1, none) for the test set

This information is not provided in the given text.

5. If a multi reader multi case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance

This information is not provided in the given text, and it's generally not applicable to this type of IVD device which measures macronutrients, rather than an AI-assisted diagnostic imaging device for human readers.

6. If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done

The device is described as an "in vitro diagnostic device" that quantitatively measures macronutrients using an iPhone running an app, single-use test strips, a reference card, pipettes, tubes, and a lightbox. This implies a "standalone" measurement system in the sense that the device itself performs the measurement and calculation, but it is explicitly intended for "use in healthcare by trained healthcare personnel." Therefore, it's not an "algorithm-only" performance study in the sense of AI-driven image analysis without human interaction, but rather a system performance. No separate "standalone" study is specifically detailed, as the entire system's performance is intended for the test.

7. The type of ground truth used (expert consensus, pathology, outcomes data, etc)

The document states the device "quantitatively measures the concentration of protein, fat (triglycerides), and carbohydrates (lactose) in human milk." For such a device, ground truth would typically be established by reference laboratory methods (e.g., gold-standard chemical assays or spectroscopy) that are highly accurate for measuring these macronutrients in breast milk. The text does not explicitly state which specific "gold standard" methods were used as ground truth for comparison.

8. The sample size for the training set

This information is not provided in the given text. Given the device uses a colorimetric principle with an iPhone camera, it would likely involve some form of calibration or training data for the image analysis algorithm, but specifics are absent.

9. How the ground truth for the training set was established

This information is not provided in the given text.

{0}------------------------------------------------

Image /page/0/Picture/0 description: The image contains the logo of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The logo consists of two parts: the Department of Health & Human Services logo on the left and the FDA acronym with the full name of the agency on the right. The FDA part of the logo is in blue, with the acronym in a square and the full name written out to the right of the square.

May 3, 2024

Lactation Lab Inc. Stephanie Canale CEO 2611 Palm Avenue Manhattan Beach, California 90266

Re: K234088

Trade/Device Name: Emily's Care Nourish Test System (Model 1) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 862.1493 Regulation Name: Breast Milk Macronutrients Test System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: QEI Dated: April 1, 2024 Received: April 3, 2024

Dear Stephanie Canale:

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.

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).

{1}------------------------------------------------

Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30, Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90, Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).

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 and Part 809); medical device 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-safetyreporting-combination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (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.

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-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.

For comprehensive regulatory information about mediation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/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-device-advice-comprehensive-regulatoryassistance/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,

Paula V. Caposino -S

Paula Caposino, Ph.D. Deputy Division Director Division of Chemistry and Toxicology Devices OHT7: Office of In Vitro Diagnostics Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health

{2}------------------------------------------------

Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K234088

Device Name Emily's Care Nourish Test System (Model 1)

Indications for Use (Describe)

Emily's Care Nourish Test System (Model 1) quantitatively measures the concentration of protein, fat (triglycerides), and carbohydrates (lactose) in human milk. It also provides calculated values for calories (energy). These measurements, in conjunction with other clinical assessments, may be used to aid in the nutritional management of newborns, including preterm, and infants.

This device is intended for use in healthcare by trained healthcare personnel at point of care or clinical laboratory settings.

The device is for prescription use only.

X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED.

This section applies only to requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW.

The burden time for this collection of information is estimated to average 79 hours per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather and maintain the data needed and complete and review the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to:

Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration Office of Chief Information Officer Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Staff PRAStaff(@fda.hhs.gov

"An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB number."

{3}------------------------------------------------

510(k) number: K234088 Date Prepared: May 2, 2024

Submitter:

Lactation Lab Inc. 2611 Palm Avenue Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Contact Information:

Stephanie Canale, M.D. CEO and Founder of Lactation Lab Inc. Phone: 310-508-5265 Email: scanale@lactationlab.com

Device Proprietary Name: Emily's Care Nourish Test System (Model 1)

Regulatory Information:

Regulation section: 21 CFR 862.1493 Breast Milk Macronutrients Test System Classification: Class II (Special Controls) Product code(s): QEI Panel: Clinical Chemistry (75)

Predicate Device:

DEN180007 - Miris Human Milk Analyzer (HMA)

Device Description: The Emily's Care Nourish Test System (Model 1) is an in vitro diagnostic device that consists of the following:

    1. iPhone models 12 mini. 12 pro. 12 pro max. 13. 13 pro max, 14 or 14 pro max running iOS 16 or 17
    1. Free Emily's Care app to be downloaded on the iPhone app store
    1. Single-use test strips, in a desiccant-lined vial
    1. Single-use reference card to place the test strip on to be read
    1. Pipettes and tubes to collect milk
    1. Lightbox

Intended Use:

Emily's Care Nourish Test System (Model 1) quantitatively measures the concentration of protein, fat (triglycerides), carbohydrates (lactose) in human milk. It also provides calculated values for calories (energy). These measurements, in conjunction with other clinical assessments, may be used to aid in the nutritional management of newborns, including preterm, and infants.

{4}------------------------------------------------

This device is intended for use in healthcare by trained healthcare personnel at point of care or clinical laboratory settings.

The device is for prescription use only.

Substantial Equivalence Comparison

Similarities

ItemCandidate Device: K234088Emily's Care Nourish Test System(Model 1)Predicate Device: DEN180007Miris HMA
Intended UseQuantitative measurement ofmacronutrients in breast milk.Same
IntendedpopulationNewborns, including preterm, and infantsSame
ContraindicationsNot designed for use with infant formula,other milk feeding products or fortifiers.Same
Sample TypeBreast milk in liquid form (roomtemperature)Same

Differences

TestingEnvironmentPrescription use in Point Of Care settingsPrescription use in ClinicalLaboratories and HMBANAaccredited Human Milk Banks
CalibrationNot required by the end user.Calibration is performed by the enduser prior to analyzing human milksamples.
Measuring RangeFat: 0.6 - 6.0 g/dlProtein: 0.6 - 2.4 g/dlCarbohydrates/ Lactose 4.5 - 9.5 g/dlFat: 0.6 - 6.0 g/dlCrude Protein: 0.8 - 3.0 g/dlTrue Protein: 0.6 - 2.4 g/dlCarbohydrates: 6.6 - 8.7 g/dl
Principles ofOperationColorimetricMid-infrared (mid-IR) transmissionspectroscopy

{5}------------------------------------------------

Bench Testing Summary for Emily's Care Nourish Test System:

The Emily's Care Nourish Test System underwent bench testing to evaluate its performance characteristics, including precision, accuracy (bias), linearity, sensitivity, and interference.

The sponsor also performed flex testing to evaluate the effect of temperature, humidity, and suboptimal handling of the samples or strips. The results showed that the device is adequately robust to conditions that may reasonably be expected in the intended use environment.

Conclusion:

Based on the information provided in this 510(k), the Emily's Care Nourish Test System (Model 1) is substantially equivalent to the predicate and raises no new issues of safety and effectiveness. The testing performed demonstrates that the candidate device is safe and effective for its intended use.

§ 862.1493 Breast milk macronutrients test system.

(a)
Identification. A breast milk macronutrients test system is a device intended to quantitatively measure fat, protein, and total carbohydrate content in human breast milk. These measurements, in conjunction with other clinical assessments, may be used to aid in the nutritional management of infants.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) Design verification and validation must include the following:
(i) An appropriate traceability plan, as determined by FDA, to minimize the risk of drift in the breast milk macronutrient test system results over time.
(ii) Data that demonstrate appropriate precision, as determined by FDA, of the breast milk macronutrients test system. Precision studies must include assessment of a minimum of three breast milk specimens containing different concentrations (low, medium, and high levels) of fat, carbohydrates, and protein. Precision data must include breast milk specimen measurements that are collected at a minimum of three laboratory sites.
(iii) Data that demonstrate appropriate measurement accuracy, as determined by FDA, of fat, carbohydrates, and protein in breast milk. Measurement accuracy data must include breast milk specimen measurements that are collected at a minimum of one laboratory site.
(iv) Data from studies appropriate, as determined by FDA, to demonstrate that the device is free from significant interference from substances that could be present in human milk, including hemoglobin, and medications that are used by breastfeeding subjects.
(2) The labeling required under § 809.10 of this chapter must include a limiting statement indicating that the results should be used only as an aid in the nutritional management of infants and not as the sole basis for making nutrition decisions.