K Number
K012583
Device Name
ACUGLIDE BRAND ACUPUNCTURE NEEDLES
Date Cleared
2001-12-11

(123 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
880.5580
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
To pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the States.
Device Description
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More Information

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The summary contains no mention of AI, ML, image processing, or any other technology typically associated with AI/ML in medical devices. The device description is also "Not Found," further limiting the ability to identify such technology.

No.
The device is used to pierce the skin for acupuncture, which is a medical procedure, but the device itself is an instrument used in the procedure rather than a therapeutic device that directly treats a condition.

No
The device is described as piercing the skin for acupuncture practice, which is a treatment modality, not a diagnostic one. There is no mention of identifying, detecting, or measuring any physiological conditions to determine a diagnosis.

No

The summary describes a device intended to pierce the skin, which is a physical action requiring a hardware component. The lack of a device description further suggests it's not software-only.

Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is "To pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture". This describes a physical intervention on the body, not a test performed on samples taken from the body (like blood, urine, or tissue).
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: The description does not mention any of the typical characteristics of an IVD, such as:
    • Analyzing biological samples.
    • Providing information about a patient's health status, disease, or condition based on sample analysis.
    • Using reagents or other materials to perform a test.

IVDs are specifically designed to be used in vitro (outside the living body) to examine specimens from the human body. This device is used in vivo (on the living body) for a therapeutic purpose (acupuncture).

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

To pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the States.

Product codes

MQX

Device Description

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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

qualified practitioners of acupuncture

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)

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

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Predicate Device(s): If the device was cleared using the 510(k) pathway, identify the Predicate Device(s) K/DEN number used to claim substantial equivalence and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text. List the primary predicate first in the list.

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Reference Device(s): Identify the Reference Device(s) K/DEN number and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text.

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information for the subject device only (e.g. presence / absence, what scope was granted / cleared under the PCCP, any restrictions, etc).

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§ 880.5580 Acupuncture needle.

(a)
Identification. An acupuncture needle is a device intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture. The device consists of a solid, stainless steel needle. The device may have a handle attached to the needle to facilitate the delivery of acupuncture treatment.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an acupuncture point locator or a single use acupuncture needle, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 880.9. Acupuncture needles must comply with the following special controls:(1) Labeling for single use only and conformance to the requirements for prescription devices set out in 21 CFR 801.109,
(2) Device material biocompatibility, and
(3) Device sterility.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

DEC 1 1 2001

Mr. Yi Fen Chang Quality System Manager Helio Medical Supplies, Incorporated 606 Charcot Avenue San Jose, California 95131

Re: K012583

Trade/Device Name: AcuGlide brand Acupuncture Needles Regulation Number: 880.5580 Regulation Name: Acupuncture Needles Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MQX Dated: September 26, 2001 Received: October 1, 2001

Dear Mr. Chang:

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. 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.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such 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.

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.

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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); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device 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 Part 801 and additionally 21 CFR Part 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4618. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html

Sincerely yours,

Timothy A. Ulatowski

Time Director Division of Dental, Infection Control and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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510(k) Number (if known):

Device Name: AcuGlide Brand Acupuncture Needle

Indication for Use:

To pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the States.

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Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)

OR

Over-The-Counter-Use

(Optional Format 1-2-96)

Palino Cucenile

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