K Number
K011606
Device Name
PURESPERM BUFFER
Date Cleared
2001-07-12

(49 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
884.6180
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The product is intended to be used for diluting PureSperm® (K980814 and K984172) sperm separation medium to prepare the different layers of a density gradient. PureSperm® Buffer has been formulated to optimize the function of the original PureSperm®.
Device Description
PureSperm® Buffer is supplied as a sterile (autoclaved SAL 10-3) isotonic salt solution. It is optimised for the dilution of PureSperm® or PureSperm® 100 in the preparation of density centrifugation gradients for separating and purifying human sperm. Two layers are commonly used for the gradient: 40% and 80%. This system effectively isolates the best sperm from lymphocytes, epithelial cells, abnormal or immature sperm, cell debris and bacteria. PureSperm® Buffer is CE marked in countries of the European Union. It is supplied in 100 and 250 ml bottles.
More Information

No
The document describes a sterile isotonic salt solution used for diluting sperm separation medium and does not mention any computational or algorithmic components, let alone AI/ML.

No.
The product is a buffer solution intended for diluting sperm separation medium, not for direct therapeutic treatment of a disease or condition.

No
Explanation: The device is used for diluting a sperm separation medium to prepare density gradients for separating and purifying human sperm. It does not diagnose any condition or disease.

No

The device description clearly states it is a sterile isotonic salt solution supplied in bottles, indicating it is a physical product (a buffer solution) and not software.

Based on the provided text, this device is likely an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic). Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The product is intended for "diluting PureSperm®... to prepare the different layers of a density gradient" for "separating and purifying human sperm." This process is a crucial step in preparing sperm for assisted reproductive technologies (ART), which are diagnostic and therapeutic procedures performed in vitro (outside the body) to assess and treat infertility.
  • Device Description: It's described as a "sterile... isotonic salt solution" used for "dilution of PureSperm® or PureSperm® 100 in the preparation of density centrifugation gradients for separating and purifying human sperm." This further reinforces its role in an in vitro laboratory procedure.
  • CE Marking: The mention of being "CE marked in countries of the European Union" is a strong indicator that it's regulated as a medical device, and given its intended use, it would likely fall under the IVD regulations in the EU.
  • Predicate Device: The predicate device listed, "K000621, SpermRinse TM," is also a product used in sperm processing for ART, which are typically considered IVDs or devices used in conjunction with IVD procedures.

While the text doesn't explicitly state "In Vitro Diagnostic," the intended use and description clearly place it within the realm of laboratory procedures performed on biological samples (sperm) for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes related to human reproduction. This aligns with the definition of an IVD.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The product is intended to be used for diluting PureSperm® (K980814 and K984172) sperm separation medium to prepare the different layers of a density gradient. PureSperm® Buffer has been formulated to optimize the function of the original PureSperm®.

Product codes

85 MQL

Device Description

PureSperm® Buffer is supplied as a sterile (autoclaved SAL 10-3) isotonic salt solution. It is optimised for the dilution of PureSperm® or PureSperm® 100 in the preparation of density centrifugation gradients for separating and purifying human sperm. Two layers are commonly used for the gradient: 40% and 80%. This system effectively isolates the best sperm from lymphocytes, epithelial cells, abnormal or immature sperm, cell debris and bacteria. PureSperm® Buffer is CE marked in countries of the European Union. It is supplied in 100 and 250 ml bottles.

Mentions image processing

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

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Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

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Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

The results of clinical trials and comparative testing against predicate product indicates that the new device is as safe and effective as the predicate device.

Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)

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Predicate Device(s)

K000621

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 884.6180 Reproductive media and supplements.

(a)
Identification. Reproductive media and supplement are products that are used for assisted reproduction procedures. Media include liquid and powder versions of various substances that come in direct physical contact with human gametes or embryos (including water, acid solutions used to treat gametes or embryos, rinsing solutions, sperm separation media, supplements, or oil used to cover the media) for the purposes of preparation, maintenance, transfer or storage. Supplements are specific reagents added to media to enhance specific properties of the media (e.g., proteins, sera, antibiotics, etc.).(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls) (mouse embryo assay information, endotoxin testing, sterilization validation, design specifications, labeling requirements, biocompatibility testing, and clinical testing). The device, when it is phosphate-buffered saline used for washing, and short-term handling and manipulation of gametes and embryos; culture oil used as an overlay for culture media containing gametes and embryos; and water for assisted reproduction applications, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 884.9.

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EXHIBIT 2

NidaCon International AB

Mölndalsvägen 22 S-412 63, Göteborg, Sweden

Tel +46-31-405440 Fax +46 31-405415

Contact: Paul V. Holmes MSc, PhD, DrMedSc., General Manager June 7, 2001

510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness

    1. Identification of the Device: Proprietary-Trade Name: PureSperm® Buffer I Classification Name/Product Code: Reproductive Media and Supplements (21 CFR 884.6180) Procode: 85 MQL Common/Usual Name: Assisted Reproduction Media
    1. Equivalent legally marketed devices: K000621, SpermRinse TM
    1. Indications for Use (intended use) The product is intended to be used for diluting PureSperm® (K980814 and K984172) sperm separation medium to prepare the different layers of a density gradient. PureSperm® Buffer has been formulated to optimize the function of the original PureSperm®.
    1. Description of the Device: Buffer PureSperm® Buffer is supplied as a sterile (autoclaved SAL 10-3) isotonic salt solution. It is optimised for the dilution of PureSperm® or PureSperm® 100 in the preparation of density centrifugation gradients for separating and purifying human sperm. Two layers are commonly used for the gradient: 40% and 80%. This system effectively isolates the best sperm from lymphocytes, epithelial cells, abnormal or immature sperm, cell debris and bacteria.. PureSperm® Buffer is CE marked in countries of the European Union. It is supplied in 100 and 250 ml bottles.

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    1. Safety and Effectiveness, comparison to predicate devices. The results of clinical trials and comparative testing against predicate product indicates that the new device is as safe and effective as the predicate device. The intended use of the product is the same.
    1. Conclusion: Based on the similarity of composition, product testing results, and intended use, PureSperm® Buffer is substantially equivalent to the predicate device named above.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

7/10/2001

JUL 1 2 2001

NidaCon International AB c/o Mr. Daniel Kamm, P.E. Regulatory Engineer Kamm & Associates P.O. Box 7007 DEERFIELD IL 60015

Re: K011606 PureSperm® Buffer Dated: May 22, 2001 Received: May 24, 2001 Regulatory Class: II 21 CFR §884.6180/Procode: 85 MQL

Dear Mr. Kamm:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device received and we have are decembers We have reviewed your Section 510(K) noticallon of the enclosure) to legally marketed precicate devices as to sevices device is substantially equivalent (or the nations to the Medical Device Americal Device American of total Art (4 ct (4 c) marketed in interstate continete provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act). You may, that have been recalastined in accordance with and provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act therefore, market the device, subject on the general on provinces, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premater Approval), it may be subjict If your device is classified (See above) nito chack of copied obtaring or abe found in the Code of Federal Regulations, to such additional controls. Existing major regulation assumes compliance with the Current Good Manufacturing
Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantialiy equivalia detect C Title ZI, Parts 800 to 893. A subsantary equration (QS) for Medical Device) Central regulation (21 CFR Partic Practice requirements, as set four in the Quality Dystems of Copinistration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Fallure 820) and that, through periodic QS inspection. In 27 och and 27th, 1 chimston, N. May woldlish further announcements to comply with the GMT regulation in regulatory this response to your premarket notified of the most be dest concerning your device in the Federal Register. Tease noter and respected of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarker notification for use and I his letter will allow you to begally marketed predicated in your evelized and one results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Pat 801 additionally 809.10 for invited If you desire specific advice tor your device of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Additionally, for quest of the promotion diagnosite devices), prease contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR 807.97). Other general information of your entitled, "Misbranding by telefited from the Division of Small Many from the March (800)-free number (800)
responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Tesponsibilities under the riter be obtaint address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrl/dsma/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

Nancy C Brogdon

Nancy C. Brogdon Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure (s)

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j) Indications for Use

510(k) Number k01166

Device Name: PureSperm® Buffer

Indications for Use: The product is intended to be used for diluting PureSperm® (K980814 and K984172) sperm separation medium to prepare the different layers of a density gradient. PureSperm® Buffer has been formulated to optimize the function of the original PureSperm®.

Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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Prescription Use /\ OR Over the Counter Use

(Per 21 CFR 801.109) _

Nancy Broadon

(Division Sign-Off)
Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, ENT,
and Radiological Devices
510(k) Number K011606

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