K Number
K170623
Device Name
ACE Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Reagent
Date Cleared
2018-02-27

(363 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
864.7470
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
ACE Hemoglobin A lc (HbA lc) Reagent is intended for the quantitative determination of percent hemoglobin A lc in venous whole blood collected in K2-EDTA tubes using the ACE Axcel® Clinical Chemistry Systems. This test is intended for use in clinical laboratories and physician office laboratories to monitor long term blood glucose control in individuals with diabetes mellitus. For in vitro diagnostic use only.
Device Description
The ACE Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Reagent assay requires a pretreatment step of denaturation of the whole blood samples, which is performed off-line. The red blood cells in the sample are lysed by the Hemoglobin Denaturant and the hemoglobin chains are hydrolyzed. For determination of HbA1c, a latex agglutination inhibition assay is used. In the absence of HbA1c in the sample, the synthetic polymer containing the immunoreactive portion of HbA 1c Agglutinator Reagent will agglutinate with the antibody-coated microparticles in the HbA1c Antibody Reagent. The presence of HbA1c in the blood sample competes for the antibody binding sites and inhibits agglutination. The increase in absorbance, monochromatically at 692 mm, is inversely proportional to the HbA1c present in the sample. For the determination of total hemoglobin, all hemoglobin derivatives in the sample are converted to alkaline hematin. The reaction produces a green colored solution. which is measured bichromatically at 573 nm/692 nm. The intensity of color produced is directly proportional to the total hemoglobin concentration in the sample. The concentrations of both HbA 1 c and total hemoglobin are measured, the ratio is calculated, and the result reported as percent HbA1c.
More Information

Not Found

No
The description details a chemical assay based on latex agglutination inhibition and spectrophotometry. There is no mention of AI/ML algorithms for data analysis, interpretation, or decision-making. The performance studies focus on traditional analytical validation metrics.

No
This device is an in vitro diagnostic (IVD) reagent used for the quantitative determination of hemoglobin A1c, which is a diagnostic measurement, not a therapeutic intervention.

Yes
The device is described as "intended for the quantitative determination of percent hemoglobin A1c in venous whole blood... to monitor long term blood glucose control in individuals with diabetes mellitus. For in vitro diagnostic use only." This explicitly states its purpose for diagnosis and monitoring of a medical condition.

No

The device description clearly outlines a chemical reagent and a laboratory assay process involving physical components (reagents, whole blood samples, measurement of absorbance) and a clinical chemistry system (ACE Axcel®). This is not a software-only device.

Yes, this device is an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use/Indications for Use: The document explicitly states "For in vitro diagnostic use only." It also describes the intended use as the quantitative determination of percent hemoglobin A1c in venous whole blood, which is a test performed outside of the body to diagnose or monitor a medical condition (diabetes mellitus).
  • Device Description: The description details a laboratory assay that analyzes a biological sample (whole blood) using chemical and immunological reactions to measure specific analytes (HbA1c and total hemoglobin). This is characteristic of an in vitro diagnostic device.
  • Intended User/Care Setting: The intended users are clinical laboratories and physician office laboratories, which are typical settings where IVD tests are performed.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

ACE Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Reagent is intended for the quantitative determination of percent hemoglobin A1c in venous whole blood collected in K2-EDTA tubes, using the ACE Alera® and ACE Axcel® Clinical Chemistry Systems. This test is intended for use in clinical laboratories and physician office laboratories to monitor long term blood glucose control in individuals with diabetes mellitus. For in vitro diagnostic use only.

Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)

LCP

Device Description

The ACE Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Reagent assay requires a pretreatment step of denaturation of the whole blood samples, which is performed off-line. The red blood cells in the sample are lysed by the Hemoglobin Denaturant and the hemoglobin chains are hydrolyzed. For determination of HbA1c, a latex agglutination inhibition assay is used. In the absence of HbA1c in the sample, the synthetic polymer containing the immunoreactive portion of HbA 1c Agglutinator Reagent will agglutinate with the antibody-coated microparticles in the HbA1c Antibody Reagent. The presence of HbA1c in the blood sample competes for the antibody binding sites and inhibits agglutination. The increase in absorbance, monochromatically at 692 mm, is inversely proportional to the HbA1c present in the sample. For the determination of total hemoglobin, all hemoglobin derivatives in the sample are converted to alkaline hematin. The reaction produces a green colored solution. which is measured bichromatically at 573 nm/692 nm. The intensity of color produced is directly proportional to the total hemoglobin concentration in the sample. The concentrations of both HbA 1 c and total hemoglobin are measured, the ratio is calculated, and the result reported as percent HbA1c.

Mentions image processing

Not Found

Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

Not Found

Input Imaging Modality

Not Found

Anatomical Site

Not Found

Indicated Patient Age Range

Not Found

Intended User / Care Setting

clinical laboratories and physician office laboratories

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

Not Found

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

Not Found

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

Performance Data Detection Limit and Limit of Quantitation:
LoQ (%): ACE Alera Clinical Chemistry System: 2.5; ACE Axcel Clinical Chemistry System: 2.5

Linearity:
%HbA1c:
ACE Alera: No. of Samples: 11, No. of Reps/Sample: 4, Range Tested: 2.7% – 13.0% HbA1c, Regression Equation: y=0.987x + 0.3, Coefficient of Determination (r²): 0.9948
ACE Axcel: No. of Samples: 11, No. of Reps/Sample: 4, Range Tested: 2.4% - 13.1% HbA1c, Regression Equation: y=0.954x + 0.3, Coefficient of Determination (r²): 0.9936

Total Hemoglobin:
ACE Alera: No. of Samples: 11, No. of Reps/Sample: 4, Range Tested: 1.4 – 22.2 g/dL, Regression Equation: y=1.006x + 0.10, Coefficient of Determination (r²): 0.9978
ACE Axcel: No. of Samples: 11, No. of Reps/Sample: 4, Range Tested: 1.2 – 21.8 g/dL, Regression Equation: y=0.997x + 0.20, Coefficient of Determination (r²): 0.9964

Precision: In-house
ACE Alera: Sample A: Mean 5.1, SD Within run 0.07, %CV Within run 1.4, SD Total 0.13, %CV Total 2.5; Sample B: Mean 6.8, SD Within run 0.14, %CV Within run 2.1, SD Total 0.18, %CV Total 2.6; Sample C: Mean 8.2, SD Within run 0.10, %CV Within run 1.3, SD Total 0.20, %CV Total 2.4; Sample D: Mean 11.2, SD Within run 0.32, %CV Within run 2.8, SD Total 0.34, %CV Total 3.1
ACE Axcel: Sample A: Mean 5.0, SD Within run 0.08, %CV Within run 1.6, SD Total 0.12, %CV Total 2.4; Sample B: Mean 6.8, SD Within run 0.14, %CV Within run 2.0, SD Total 0.17, %CV Total 2.6; Sample C: Mean 8.2, SD Within run 0.13, %CV Within run 1.6, SD Total 0.21, %CV Total 2.6; Sample D: Mean 11.1, SD Within run 0.27, %CV Within run 2.4, SD Total 0.32, %CV Total 2.9

Precision: Physician office labs
ACE Alera:
POL 1: Sample 1: Mean 5.3, Within-Run SD 0.09, Within-Run %CV 1.6, Total SD 0.09, Total %CV 1.6; Sample 2: Mean 6.8, Within-Run SD 0.12, Within-Run %CV 1.7, Total SD 0.12, Total %CV 1.7; Sample 3: Mean 8.8, Within-Run SD 0.24, Within-Run %CV 2.7, Total SD 0.27, Total %CV 3.1; Sample 4: Mean 12.5, Within-Run SD 0.29, Within-Run %CV 2.4, Total SD 0.32, Total %CV 2.5
POL 2: Sample 1: Mean 5.2, Within-Run SD 0.11, Within-Run %CV 2.1, Total SD 0.12, Total %CV 2.4; Sample 2: Mean 6.7, Within-Run SD 0.08, Within-Run %CV 1.2, Total SD 0.14, Total %CV 2.1; Sample 3: Mean 8.5, Within-Run SD 0.11, Within-Run %CV 1.3, Total SD 0.18, Total %CV 2.1; Sample 4: Mean 12.5, Within-Run SD 0.36, Within-Run %CV 2.9, Total SD 0.36, Total %CV 2.9
POL 3: Sample 1: Mean 4.6, Within-Run SD 0.08, Within-Run %CV 1.8, Total SD 0.13, Total %CV 2.9; Sample 2: Mean 6.0, Within-Run SD 0.07, Within-Run %CV 1.1, Total SD 0.14, Total %CV 2.3; Sample 3: Mean 7.9, Within-Run SD 0.07, Within-Run %CV 0.9, Total SD 0.25, Total %CV 3.1; Sample 4: Mean 11.5, Within-Run SD 0.13, Within-Run %CV 1.1, Total SD 0.27, Total %CV 2.3
ACE Axcel:
POL 1: Sample 1: Mean 5.4, Within-Run SD 0.12, Within-Run %CV 2.2, Total SD 0.24, Total %CV 4.3; Sample 2: Mean 6.8, Within-Run SD 0.08, Within-Run %CV 1.1, Total SD 0.13, Total %CV 1.9; Sample 3: Mean 8.8, Within-Run SD 0.12, Within-Run %CV 1.3, Total SD 0.20, Total %CV 2.2; Sample 4: Mean 11.9, Within-Run SD 0.19, Within-Run %CV 1.6, Total SD 0.29, Total %CV 2.5
POL 2: Sample 1: Mean 4.6, Within-Run SD 0.09, Within-Run %CV 2.0, Total SD 0.11, Total %CV 2.3; Sample 2: Mean 6.1, Within-Run SD 0.13, Within-Run %CV 2.2, Total SD 0.16, Total %CV 2.7; Sample 3: Mean 8.8, Within-Run SD 0.16, Within-Run %CV 1.8, Total SD 0.24, Total %CV 2.8; Sample 4: Mean 11.8, Within-Run SD 0.34, Within-Run %CV 2.9, Total SD 0.42, Total %CV 3.5
POL 3: Sample 1: Mean 4.8, Within-Run SD 0.10, Within-Run %CV 2.1, Total SD 0.10, Total %CV 2.2; Sample 2: Mean 6.3, Within-Run SD 0.11, Within-Run %CV 1.7, Total SD 0.12, Total %CV 1.8; Sample 3: Mean 9.1, Within-Run SD 0.15, Within-Run %CV 1.7, Total SD 0.27, Total %CV 2.9; Sample 4: Mean 12.2, Within-Run SD 0.15, Within-Run %CV 1.2, Total SD 0.35, Total %CV 2.9

Comparative Analysis Regression Evaluation: In-house vs. DCA 2000+
ACE Alera: n=101, Range (x-method) 3.2% - 12.8% HbA1c, Regression Equation y=0.979x + 0.05, Correlation Coefficient 0.9839, Standard Error 0.32, Confidence Interval – slope 0.944 to 1.015, Confidence Interval - intercept -0.21 to 0.31
ACE Axcel: n=102, Range (x-method) 2.5% - 12.8% HbA1c, Regression Equation y=0.983x - 0.03, Correlation Coefficient 0.9832, Standard Error 0.34, Confidence Interval – slope 0.948 to 1.019, Confidence Interval - intercept -0.29 to 0.24

Comparative Analysis Regression Evaluation: Physician office labs vs. DCA 2000+
ACE Alera:
POL 1: n=50, Range (x-method) % HbA1c 3.2 - 13.4, Regression Equation y=0.967x+0.34, Correlation Coefficient 0.9892, Standard Error 0.35, Confidence Interval Slope 0.925 to 1.008, Confidence Interval Intercept 0.04 to 0.65
POL 2: n=50, Range (x-method) % HbA1c 3.1 - 12.9, Regression Equation y=0.984x-0.02, Correlation Coefficient 0.9945, Standard Error 0.21, Confidence Interval Slope 0.955 to 1.014, Confidence Interval Intercept -0.23 to 0.18
POL 3: n=50, Range (x-method) % HbA1c 3.2 - 12.4, Regression Equation y=0.981x-0.09, Correlation Coefficient 0.9939, Standard Error 0.21, Confidence Interval Slope 0.950 to 1.013, Confidence Interval Intercept -0.30 to 0.12
ACE Axcel:
POL 1: n=52, Range (x-method) % HbA1c 3.2 - 12.9, Regression Equation y=1.000x-0.28, Correlation Coefficient 0.9885, Standard Error 0.33, Confidence Interval Slope 0.957 to 1.043, Confidence Interval Intercept -0.59 to 0.03
POL 2: n=50, Range (x-method) % HbA1c 3.4 - 12.8, Regression Equation y=0.993x-0.12, Correlation Coefficient 0.9932, Standard Error 0.25, Confidence Interval Slope 0.960 to 1.027, Confidence Interval Intercept -0.37 to 0.13
POL 3: n=50, Range (x-method) % HbA1c 3.5 - 12.9, Regression Equation y=0.980x+0.02, Correlation Coefficient 0.9960, Standard Error 0.22, Confidence Interval Slope 0.955 to 1.006, Confidence Interval Intercept -0.16 to 0.20

Expected Values: Glycemic recommendation for many non-pregnant adults with diabetes: A1c 10.1%) will result in lower than expected HbA1c values. High Hemoglobin C (> 14.0%) and high Hemoglobin S (> 17.1%) will result in higher than expected HbA1c values.

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

Not Found

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.

K951361

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.

Not Found

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).

Not Found

§ 864.7470 Glycosylated hemoglobin assay.

(a)
Identification. A glycosylated hemoglobin assay is a device used to measure the glycosylated hemoglobins (A1a , A1b , and A1c ) in a patient's blood by a column chromatographic procedure. Measurement of glycosylated hemoglobin is used to assess the level of control of a patient's diabetes and to determine the proper insulin dosage for a patient. Elevated levels of glycosylated hemoglobin indicate uncontrolled diabetes in a patient.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

0

Image /page/0/Picture/0 description: The image contains the logo of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). On the left is the Department of Health & Human Services logo. To the right of that is the FDA logo, which is a blue square with the letters "FDA" in white. To the right of the blue square is the text "U.S. FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION" in blue.

February 27, 2018

Barbara Phillips Vice President, Reagent Technologies Alfa Wassermann Diagnostic Technologies, LLC 4 Henderson Drive West Caldwell, NJ 07006

Re: K170623

Trade/Device Name: ACE Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Reagent Regulation Number: 21 CFR 864.7470 Regulation Name: Glycosylated hemoglobin assay Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: LCP Dated: January 25, 2018 Received: January 29, 2018

Dear Barbara Phillips:

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. 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.

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 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR

1

Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.

For comprehensive regulatory information about mediation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/DeviceRegulationandGuidance/) and CDRH Learn (http://www.fda.gov/Training/CDRHLearn). 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 (http://www.fda.gov/DICE) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).

Sincerely,

Kellie B. Kelm -S

for Courtney H. Lias, Ph.D. Director Division of Chemistry and Toxicology Devices Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

2

Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K170623

Device Name ACE Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Reagent

Indications for Use (Describe)

ACE Hemoglobin A lc (HbA lc) Reagent is intended for the quantitative determination of percent hemoglobin A lc in venous whole blood collected in K2-EDTA tubes using the ACE Axcel® Clinical Chemistry Systems. This test is intended for use in clinical laboratories and physician office laboratories to monitor long term blood glucose control in individuals with diabetes mellitus. For in vitro diagnostic use only.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
☑ 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) SUMMARY - K170623

I. Applicant/Submitter Contact Information

Applicant:Alfa Wassermann Diagnostic Technologies, LLC
Address:4 Henderson Drive
West Caldwell, NJ 07006
Contact Person:
Alternate Contact:
Phone Number:
Fax Number:Barbara Phillips, MT (ASCP)
Hyman Katz, Ph.D.
(973) 852 - 0112
(973) 852 - 0237
Date of Preparation:02/21/2018

II. Device

Trade Name:ACE Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Reagent
Regulatory Information:21 C.F.R. § 864.7470
Regulation Numbers:Assay, Glycosylated Hemoglobin
Regulation Names:Class 2
Regulatory Class:LCP
Product Codes:

III. Predicate Devices

K951361 DCA 2000+ System for Hemoglobin A1c

4

IV. Device Description

The ACE Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Reagent assay requires a pretreatment step of denaturation of the whole blood samples, which is performed off-line. The red blood cells in the sample are lysed by the Hemoglobin Denaturant and the hemoglobin chains are hydrolyzed. For determination of HbA1c, a latex agglutination inhibition assay is used. In the absence of HbA1c in the sample, the synthetic polymer containing the immunoreactive portion of HbA 1c Agglutinator Reagent will agglutinate with the antibody-coated microparticles in the HbA1c Antibody Reagent. The presence of HbA1c in the blood sample competes for the antibody binding sites and inhibits agglutination. The increase in absorbance, monochromatically at 692 mm, is inversely proportional to the HbA1c present in the sample. For the determination of total hemoglobin, all hemoglobin derivatives in the sample are converted to alkaline hematin. The reaction produces a green colored solution. which is measured bichromatically at 573 nm/692 nm. The intensity of color produced is directly proportional to the total hemoglobin concentration in the sample. The concentrations of both HbA 1 c and total hemoglobin are measured, the ratio is calculated, and the result reported as percent HbA1c.

V. Intended Use

Indication for use:

ACE Hemoglobin Alc (HbA1c) Reagent is intended for the quantitative determination of percent hemoglobin A1c in venous whole blood collected in K2-EDTA tubes, using the ACE Alera® and ACE Axcel® Clinical Chemistry Systems. This test is intended for use in clinical laboratories and physician office laboratories to monitor long term blood glucose control in individuals with diabetes mellitus. For in vitro diagnostic use only.

VI. Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the predicate device

Both candidate and predicate devices are used for the measurement of the same analyte, have the same intended use, utilize whole blood samples, and are read on an automated instrument.

The candidate device utilizes a different reaction type and different reading wavelengths.

The candidate device requires an off-board pretreatment of the whole blood sample prior to analyzing the sample.

5

Technological Similarities and Differences

Candidate DevicePredicate Device
510(k)#K170623K951361
NameACE Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) ReagentSiemens Healthcare Diagnostics
(Off-board pretreatment)Hemoglobin A1c Reagent Kit
Intended
Use/Indications
for UseACE Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Reagent is
intended for the quantitative determination
of percent hemoglobin A1c in venous whole
blood collected in K2-EDTA tubes, using
the ACE Alera® and ACE Axcel® Clinical
Chemistry Systems. This test is intended for
use in clinical laboratories and physician
office laboratories to monitor long term
blood glucose control in individuals with
diabetes mellitus. For in vitro diagnostic use
only.This assay provides a convenient,
quantitative method for measuring the
percent concentration of hemoglobin A1c in
blood. The measurement of hemoglobin A1c
concentration is recommended for
monitoring the long-term care of persons
with diabetes. The Diabetes Control and
Complications Trial (DCCT) showed the
importance of improved glycemic control in
reducing the risk and progression of the
complications of diabetes. Glycemic control
was determined by the measurement of
hemoglobin A1c. The American Diabetes
Association (ADA) recommends
measurement of hemoglobin A1c levels two
to four times per year, less frequently in
patients with stable control. This assay is
based on a latex immunoagglutination
inhibition methodology. After loading the
reagent test cartridge into the DCATM
Analyzer, the test result is displayed in six
minutes. The DCA Hemoglobin A1c assay is
for use in laboratories such as physician
office laboratories, clinics, and hospitals.
Conditions for
UseThe g/dL HbA1c and total hemoglobin
values generated are intended for use in the
calculation of the HbA1c/THb ratio and
cannot be used individually for diagnostic
purposes.No contraindications
Instrument
PlatformsACE Alera and ACE Axcel Clinical
Chemistry SystemsDCA 2000+ Analyzer
Analytes
MeasuredSame%HbA1c (ratio of HbA1c to total
hemoglobin)
Candidate DevicePredicate Device
510(k)#K170623K951361
NameACE Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) ReagentSiemens Healthcare Diagnostics
(Off-board pretreatment)Hemoglobin A1c Reagent Kit
Calibration6 point calibration for HbA1c,
1 point calibration for Total HemoglobinCalibrated by the manufacturer. Before reagent cartridges are released by the manufacturer, each lot of reagent cartridges undergoes a thorough analysis and characterization. Values of calibration parameters based on a DCCT reference method are determined that provide for optimal reagent performance. The DCA HbA1c test method is National Glycohemoglobin Standardization Program (NGSP) Certified and is traceable to International Federation of Clinical Chemistry (IFCC) reference materials and test methods. The values for the calibration parameters are encoded onto the calibration card provided with each lot of reagent cartridges.
Method
Traceability or
StandardizationSameNGSP Standardization
Basic PrincipleSamePhotometric
MethodologySameAntibody-coated latex agglutination
inhibition
Reactive
IngredientsPorcine pepsin
Sodium hydroxide
HbA1c hapten polymer
Bovine serum albumin
HbA1c antibody (mouse) coupled particles
BufferHbA1c-specific mouse monoclonal
antibody
adsorbed onto latex particles
Glycine Buffer
HbA1c hapten polymer
Sodium Citrate Buffer
Bovine serum albumin
Buffer
Non-reactive
IngredientsSurfactants, preservativesSurfactants, preservatives
DimensionsBottles with total volumes of 12 and 30 mL
containing the reagentsSingle test cartridges
Analysis
TemperatureSame37°C
Reaction TypeHbA1c: Delta
Total Hb: Final PointEndpoint
Measurement
TypeSameQuantitative ratio of HbA1c to total
hemoglobin, expressed as percent
Candidate DevicePredicate Device
510(k)#K170623K951361
NameACE Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Reagent
(Off-board pretreatment)Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics
Hemoglobin A1c Reagent Kit
Sample TypeK2-EDTA Whole BloodCapillary whole blood
Venous whole blood collected in EDTA,
heparin, fluoride/oxalate, citrate
anticoagulants
Measuring
Range2.7 – 13.0% HbA1c2.5 – 14.0% HbA1c
Expected
ValuesGlycemic recommendation for many non-
pregnant adults with diabetes:
A1c 10.1%), Hemoglobin C (> 14.0%) and Hemoglobin S (> 17.1%) will result in inaccurate HbA1c results. Therefore, a statement will be included in the labeling as follows:

Hemoglobinopathies may interfere with glycated hemoglobin analysis. The results from both ACE Alera and ACE Axcel Clinical Chemistry Systems show that there is no significant interference for Hemoglobin D (≤ 36.3%) and Hemoglobin E (≤ 22.5%). High Hemoglobin F (> 10.1%) will result in lower than expected HbA1c values. High Hemoglobin C (> 14.0%) and high Hemoglobin S (> 17.1%) will result in higher than expected HbA1c values.

VIII. Conclusions

Based on the foregoing data, the device is safe and effective. These data also establish substantial equivalence to the predicate device.