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The DuoFertility Monitor is intended for measuring, and recording basal body temperature (BBT) as an aid in ovulation prediction to aid in conception (not to be used for contraception).
The DuoFertility system is a computerized basal body temperature thermometer with the following features:
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- A temperature Sensor with integrated data logger to monitor temperature throughout sleep and store the temperature readings
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- Measuring accuracy within +/- 0.05 deg C
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- Adhesive patches to hold the temperature Sensor against the users skin
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- Radiofrequency communications hardware to transmit the stored temperature data to a receiving device
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- Microprocessor based Reader to process and display temperature readings and fertility information.
The DuoFertility system is a computerized basal body temperature thermometer intended for measuring and recording basal body temperature (BBT) as an aid in ovulation prediction to aid in conception.
Here's an analysis of its acceptance criteria and the study that proves its performance:
1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance
| Acceptance Criteria (Stated or Implied) | Reported Device Performance |
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| Temperature Measurement Accuracy: within +/- 0.05 degrees C | The tested Sensors were within the required specification of ±0.05 degrees C for each of accuracy, drift, and precision over a 24-hour period. |
| Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): Compliance with EN 60601-1-2:2002 and FCC 47 CFR 15 | The DuoFertility System passed all applicable EMC emissions and immunity tests required by EN 60601-1-2:2002 (IEC 60601-1-2:2001) and the FCC requirements defined in 47 CFR 15. |
| Electrical Safety: Compliance with EN 60601-1:1990 + Amendments | All safety tests passed (with 2 labeling issues corrected). |
| Biocompatibility: Safety for use in intended manner (ISO 10993) | All tests showed the DuoFertility sensor and adhesive materials to be safe for use in the intended manner (cytotoxicity, maximization sensitization, and primary skin irritation). |
| Software Verification: Compliance with Software Requirements Specification | Software verification testing has demonstrated that the sensor, reader, PC, and server software comply with the requirements of the Software Requirements Specification. |
| Clinical Performance (Ovulation Prediction): At least equivalent to predicate device | Analysis of data from 21 menstrual cycles demonstrated that the DuoFertility monitor is at least equivalent in performance to the Lady-Comp predicate device for the purpose of identifying the date of ovulation. The study also provided evidence that users are able to follow instructions and use the device as intended. |
2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance
- Clinical Test Set Sample Size: Data from 21 menstrual cycles was analyzed. The number of individual subjects is not explicitly stated, but it would be at least 21 women if each provided only one cycle, or fewer women if some provided multiple cycles.
- Data Provenance: The data was collected through a prospective clinical study. The country of origin is not explicitly stated for the clinical study, but the submitter (Cambridge Temperature Concepts Ltd) is based in the United Kingdom.
3. Number of Experts Used to Establish Ground Truth for the Test Set and Qualifications
The document does not mention the use of experts to establish ground truth for the clinical test set. The comparison was made against a predicate device (Lady-Comp), implying that the "ground truth" for ovulation prediction was derived from the performance of the predicate device, or implicitly, from the accepted method of BBT interpretation for ovulation as performed by both devices.
4. Adjudication Method
No adjudication method is described for the clinical test set. The "ground truth" for comparison was the performance of the predicate device, Lady-Comp.
5. Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study
No MRMC study was performed or described. This device is a direct measurement and interpretation system, not an AI-assisted diagnostic aid that human readers would use. The clinical study compared the device's performance to a predicate device, not human readers with or without AI assistance.
6. Standalone (Algorithm Only) Performance Study
Yes, a standalone performance study was done for the device's core functionality. The "Clinical tests" section describes the device comparing its temperature readings and derived ovulation prediction to a predicate device (Lady-Comp) without human intervention in the interpretation process of the DuoFertility system itself beyond the initial instructions for use. The device itself is designed to process and display fertility information.
7. Type of Ground Truth Used
- For temperature measurement accuracy, the ground truth was "known temperatures, by immersion in a calibrated, computer-controlled waterbath."
- For clinical performance (ovulation prediction), the performance of the Lady-Comp predicate device served as the comparative "ground truth." The study evaluated if DuoFertility was "at least equivalent in performance" to Lady-Comp.
8. Sample Size for the Training Set
The document does not specify a sample size for a training set. This suggests that the device's algorithm for ovulation prediction might be based on established physiological models of BBT, or if any machine learning was used, the training data details are not provided in this summary.
9. How Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established
As no training set is described for a machine learning model, there is no information on how its ground truth was established. The device likely relies on conventional BBT interpretation rules rather than a learned model requiring a distinct training set with established ground truth.
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| 510(K) Summary | |
| Submitter Information | |
| Submitter's Name: | Cambridge Temperature Concepts Ltd |
| Address: | 23 Cambridge Science Park |
| Milton Road, Cambridge, CB4 OEY | |
| United Kingdom | |
| Tel: | +44 1223 437 006 |
| Fax: | +44 1223 437 008 |
| US contact: | Scott R. Mackie (Founder Director (USA)) |
| Cambridge Temperature Concepts | |
| P.O. Box 390930, Cambridge, MA 02139 | |
| Tel: | +1 617 803 1026 |
| Email: | scott@temperatureconcepts.com |
| Date summary prepared: | 13th December 2011 |
| Device information | |
| Trade name: | DuoFertility |
| Common name: | Computerized Basal Body Temperature Thermometer |
| Classification name: | Device, fertility diagnostic, proceptive |
| Product Code: | LHD |
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DuoFertility Premarket Notification Submission
Predicate devices
K021978 Nishitomo Co., Ltd. Petit Sophia
K050094 Lady-Comp USA. Lady-Comp
K033534 Mini-Mitter Co., Inc. VitalSense
Description of device
The DuoFertility system is a computerized basal body temperature thermometer with the following features:
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- A temperature Sensor with integrated data logger to monitor temperature throughout sleep and store the temperature readings
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- Measuring accuracy within +/- 0.05 deg C
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- Adhesive patches to hold the temperature Sensor against the users skin
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- Radiofrequency communications hardware to transmit the stored temperature data to a receiving device
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- Microprocessor based Reader to process and display temperature readings and fertility information.
Indication for Use
The DuoFertility Monitor is intended for measuring, and recording basal body temperature (BBT) as an aid in ovulation prediction to aid in conception (not to be used for contraception).
Predicate Device Comparison
DuoFertility is a Proceptive Diagnostic Fertility Device (Product Code LHD) so the primary predicate device is the Petit Sophia Fertility Monitor (K021978).
A second predicate device, the Lady-Comp computerized basal body temperature thermometer K050094), is also included as comparative clinical testing has been conducted with this device
The Indications for Use Statement of the DuoFertility Monitor is the same as the Petit Sophia and Lady-Comp predicate devices.
In all of the following key features of a fertility monitor, the DuoFertility Monitor is substantially equivalent to the Petit Sophia and Lady-Comp devices:
- Operating Principle all devices use the Basal Body Temperature Method '
- . Temperature Sensor - all devices use a thermistor sensor
- 1 Sensor Accuracy - all devices have an accuracy of +/- 0.05 degrees Centigrade
- User Inputs all devices have the facility for user input of relevant data י
- . PC Display - both the DuoFertility Monitor and Petit Sophia devices have the facility for display of temperature graphs plus additional information on a computer.
The following are the new technological characteristics of the DuoFertility Monitor with respect to the Petit Sophia and Lady-Comp fertility monitors.
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- Number of Sensors The Petit Sophia and Lady-Comp fertility monitors use a single thermistor temperature Sensor whereas the DuoFertility Monitor uses 2 thermistors plus an accelerometer/movement Sensor. The additional Sensors do not raise any safety issues and are incorporated to improve effectiveness.
- Number of Measurements The Petit Sophia and Lady-Comp fertility monitors record a single temperature measurement taken by the user soon after waking up whereas the DuoFertility Sensor logs measurements periodically, forming a time-series of movement, temperature and heat-flow data. These reduce many sources of systematic and random error and are utilised to improve effectiveness. .
- Body worn Sensor Body worn Sensor The Petit Sophia and Lady-Comp monitors are . only used for five minutes on waking up whereas the DuoFertility Sensor is attached to the body for extended periods (at least during periods of sleep). The benefit of the body worn sensor is that data is collected automatically with no need to perform a five minute temperature measurement immediately on waking. Automatic measurement reduces potential human error from the temperature measurement process.
- Location of Temperature Measurement The Petit Sophia and Lady-Comp fertility monitors utilize oral temperature measurement whereas the DuoFertility Monitor utilizes axillary temperature measurement. Both oral and axillary are well established locations for body temperature measurement.
However DuoFertility has one additional technological characteristic, wireless communication of data from skin temperature Sensor, so a tertiary predicate device, the VitalSense Physiological Data Logging Device (K033534) is considered with regard to this characteristic.
The VitalSense Sensor continuously transmits the data logger which must be within the 2 meter operating range whereas the DuoFertility Sensor only transmits the data when the user selects to do this by placing the Sensor on the Reader. Both the DuoFertility and VitalSense systems use wireless communication for transmission of temperature data from a skin sensor. The differences in the two transmission methods relate to specific features for the different applications. The DuoFertility Monitor has particular advantages for the fertility monitor application. The differences in the technological characteristics of the Sensor data communication do not raise any issues of safety or effectiveness.
The DuoFertility Monitor has identical Indications for Use Statement as the Petit Sophia and Lady-Comp devices and the new technological characteristics do not raise any issues of safety and effectiveness. It is therefore concluded that the DuoFertility Monitor is substantially equivalent to the existing marketed predicate devices.
Non-clinical tests
Cambridge Temperature Concepts has conducted the following non-clinical tests:
- Temperature measurement
- 5 factory-calibrated Sensors were tested to determine the accuracy, precision and o drift characteristics of Sensors for the DuoFertility system.
- o The test protocol comprised the following:
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- . Expose to known temperatures, by immersion in a calibrated, computercontrolled waterbath, over the expected range of human body temperatures.
- Expose to a known temperature at approximately human body temperature I by immersion in a calibrated waterbath, to monitor drift over at least 24 hours.
- The results demonstrate that the tested Sensors were within the required o specification of ±0.05 degrees C for each of accuracy, drift and precision over a 24hour period.
- . Electro-magnetic compatibility
- All EMC testing was conducted by an independent Test House o
- The DuoFertility System passed all applicable EMC emissions and immunity tests o required by EN 60601-1-2:2002 (IEC 60601-1-2:2001) and the FCC requirements defined in 47 CFR 15.
- . Electrical safety
- The conformity assessment was conducted by an independent Test House 0
- Assessment was conducted in accordance with EN 60601-1:1990 + Amendments 0 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for safety (IEC 60601-1:1988 + Amendments)
- All safety tests passed (2 labeling issues corrected) O
- . Biocompatibility testing
- The sensor and adhesives were tested by an accredited laboratory for cytotoxicity, O maximization sensitization and primary skin irritation in accordance with the ISO 10993 family of standards including.
- All tests showed the DuoFertility sensor and adhesive materials to be safe for use in o the intended manner.
- � Software
- Software verification testing has demonstrated that the sensor, reader, PC and o server software comply with the requirements of the Software Requirements Specification.
Clinical tests
Cambridge Temperature Concepts enrolled subjects in a clinical study to collect data comparing temperature readings measured with DuoFertility compared to the Lady-Comp predicate device. Subjects included women who were not familiar with the device and relied on instructions provided in the device labelling. Analysis of data from 21 menstrual cycles demonstrated that the DuoFertility monitor is at least equivalent in performance to the Lady-Comp predicate device for the purpose of identifying the date of ovulation. The study also provided evidence that users are able to follow the instructions and use the device as intended.
Conclusion regarding safety and effectiveness
Comparison of the intended use and technological characteristics with the predicate devices and the results of non-clinical and clinical tests demonstrate that the DuoFertility system is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Mail Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Mr. Scott Mackie Founder Director Cambridge Temperature Concepts Ltd. P.O. Box 390930 CAMBRIDGE MA 02139
DEC 2 0 2011
Re: K102499
Trade/Device Name: DuoFertility Regulation Number: None Regulation Name: None Regulatory Class: Unclassified Product Code: LHD Dated: December 7, 2011 Received: December 13, 2011
Dear Mr. Mackie:
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 for associated in the encreated of 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, de need that have boom 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. 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.
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Indications for Use
510(k) Number: K102499
Device Name: DuoFertility
Indications for Use:
The DuoFertility Monitor is intended for measuring, and recording basal body temperature (BBT) as an aid in ovulation prediction to aid in conception (not to be used for contraception).
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
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510(k) Number K102499
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