K Number
K171771
Date Cleared
2017-12-04

(173 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
862.1373
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

The ADVIA® Chemistry Enzymatic Hemoglobin A1c (A1c E) assay is an in vitro diagnostic assay for the quantitative determination of mmol/mol HbA1c (IFCC) and % HbA1c (DCCT/NGSP) in human anticoagulated venous whole blood and hemolysate for use on the ADVIA® Chemistry systems. Measurement of Hemoglobin A1c is used as an aid in the diagnosis and monitoring of long-term blood glucose control in patients with diabetes mellitus, and as an aid in the identification of patients at risk for developing diabetes mellitus.

Device Description

The ADVIA® Chemistry Enzymatic Hemoglobin A1c (A1c_E) assay measures hemoglobin A1c in human anticoagulated whole blood and hemolysate. The assay consists of three reagents (R1, R2, and Pretreatment). These reagents are liquid and are ready to use. The assay offers both an automated and a manual application. The automated application (A1c_E) lyses the anticoagulated whole blood specimen on the system for the automated application (A1c_E). Samples may also be lysed manually using the ADVIA® Chemistry A1c_E pretreatment solution to obtain hemolysate for the manual application (A1c EM). The two applications yield the same results.

AI/ML Overview

Here's a breakdown of the acceptance criteria and study details for the ADVIA Chemistry Enzymatic Hemoglobin A1c (A1c E) Assay, based on the provided text:

1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

The document defines satisfactory performance based on multiple aspects rather than a single set of explicit "acceptance criteria" presented in a table format with specific numerical targets. Instead, the performance evaluations demonstrate that the device meets clinically acceptable metrics as per established guidelines (e.g., CLSI documents) and is comparable to a predicate device. For the purpose of this request, I will extract relevant performance metrics and indicate what constitutes acceptable performance from the context.

Performance CharacteristicAcceptance Criteria (Implicit from Context / Guidelines)Reported Device Performance
Method ComparisonHigh correlation (r), slopes and y-intercepts close to 1 and 0 respectively, and clinically acceptable bias when compared to reference method.Automated (Whole Blood) vs. NGSP Reference:- Passing-Bablok: r = 0.99, Slope = 1.019 (95% CI: 1.000 to 1.037), y-int = -0.110 (95% CI: -0.248 to 0.010)- Deming: r = 0.99, Slope = 1.020 (95% CI: 1.004 to 1.036), y-int = -0.120 (95% CI: -0.265 to -0.006)Manual (Hemolysate) vs. NGSP Reference:- Passing-Bablok: r = 1.00, Slope = 1.022 (95% CI: 1.004 to 1.041), y-int = -0.132 (95% CI: -0.280 to -0.019)- Deming: r = 1.00, Slope = 1.027 (95% CI: 1.012 to 1.042), y-int = -0.176 (95% CI: -0.280 to -0.072)
PrecisionLow coefficients of variation (CV) across different levels, runs, days, and instruments, demonstrating reproducibility.Automated (Whole Blood) NGSP Units: Total CVs ranged from 1.0% to 1.6%.Automated (Whole Blood) IFCC Units: Total CVs ranged from 1.2% to 3.1%.Manual (Hemolysate) NGSP Units: Total CVs ranged from 0.9% to 1.6%.Manual (Hemolysate) IFCC Units: Total CVs ranged from 1.2% to 3.0%.
Total Error (TE)Clinically acceptable total error at decision levels.Passing-Bablok: TE ranged from 1.97% to 3.06% across decision levels (5-12% HbA1c).Deming: TE ranged from 1.81% to 3.22% across decision levels (5-12% HbA1c).
Endogenous InterferenceNo significant interference (bias greater than ± 5.0%).No significant interference was observed for the tested endogenous interferents (Ascorbic Acid, Bilirubin, Total Protein, Triglycerides, Urea, Vitamin E) at specified concentrations and HbA1c levels.
Exogenous InterferenceNo significant interference (bias greater than ± 5.0%).No significant interference was observed for the tested exogenous interferents (e.g., Acarbose, Acetaminophen, Insulin, Metformin, etc.) at specified concentrations and HbA1c levels.
Hemoglobin Derivative InterferenceNo significant interference.No significant interference observed for HbA0, HbA1b, Acetylated Hemoglobin, Carbamylated Hemoglobin, and Labile Hemoglobin at tested levels.
Hemoglobin Variant InterferenceNo significant interference (bias greater than ± 5.0%).No significant interference observed for HbC, HbD, HbE, and HbA2. Significant interference bias was observed for HbF.
LinearityDeviations from linearity not observed within the assay range.No deviations from linearity observed for results from 2.77 to 14.60% HbA1c. Regression equation: Observed %HbA1c = 1.0088 x Expected %HbA1c = 0.1110, R² = 0.9998.
Limit of Blank (LoB)LoB value established.3.18% HbA1c
Limit of Detection (LoD)LoD value established.3.60% HbA1c
Anticoagulant ComparisonEquivalence demonstrated for tested anticoagulants compared to K2-EDTA.High correlation (r ≥ 0.9989) and slopes near 1 (0.998 to 1.033) for K3-EDTA, Na Fluoride/Na2-EDTA, and Lithium Heparin compared to K2-EDTA.

2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance

  • Method Comparison: 163 human whole blood samples.
    • Provenance: Not explicitly stated, but "human whole blood samples" usually implies clinically obtained samples. Given the context of a 510(k) submission, these would typically be retrospective or prospectively collected samples from a clinical population relevant to diabetes diagnosis and monitoring. No country of origin is specified.
  • Precision: Two commercial quality controls and four whole blood patient pools. The number of individual patient samples in the pools is not specified, but the testing was extensive (20 days, 2 runs/day, 2 independent cups, 3 reagent lots, 3 instruments).
    • Provenance: Whole blood pools were aliquoted and frozen, indicating patient samples. No country of origin is specified.
  • Interference (Endogenous, Exogenous, Hemoglobin Derivative): Not specified as individual patient samples, but tested at two HbA1c levels using fortified samples or samples with known derivatives.
    • Provenance: Not specified.
  • Hemoglobin Variant Interference:
    • HbC: 45 samples
    • HbD: 24 samples
    • HbE: 20 samples
    • HbS: 25 samples
    • HbA2: 20 samples
    • HbF: 20 samples
    • Provenance: "Anticoagulated human blood samples with known concentrations of hemoglobin variant and HbA1c." Implies clinical samples with confirmed variant types. No country of origin specified.
  • Linearity: Dilution series created from high and low HbA1c whole blood pools. The number of original patient samples making up these pools is not specified.
    • Provenance: "High HbA1c and low HbA1c whole blood pools," suggesting patient samples. No country of origin specified.
  • Limit of Blank (LoB) and Limit of Detection (LoD): 4 blank samples and 4 low samples.
    • Provenance: Not specified, likely commercial or laboratory-prepared samples.
  • Anticoagulant Comparison: 96-97 samples depending on comparator.
    • Provenance: Not specified, but "HbA1c values were measured for each sample," implying patient samples. No country of origin specified.

3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and Their Qualifications

  • Ground Truth Establishment: For the Method Comparison study, the device's results were compared to "NGSP reference method testing performed at an NGSP primary reference laboratory."
    • Number of Experts: Not specified.
    • Qualifications of Experts: The ground truth is based on an NGSP primary reference laboratory method, which implies that the method itself is the "expert" or gold standard, rather than individual human experts interpreting data. NGSP (National Glycohemoglobin Standardization Program) certification ensures traceability to the IFCC reference method, which is the highest standard for HbA1c measurement.

4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set

  • Adjudication Method: Not applicable. The ground truth for the method comparison study was established by an NGSP primary reference laboratory method, which is an objective measurement, not a subjective interpretation requiring human adjudication. For other studies (precision, interference, linearity), performance was evaluated against statistical or predefined criteria, not against a human-adjudicated ground truth.

5. If a Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study was Done

  • MRMC Study: No, an MRMC comparative effectiveness study was not done. This device is an in vitro diagnostic assay (a laboratory test) that provides a quantitative numerical result. It does not involve human readers interpreting images, and therefore, an MRMC study comparing human readers with and without AI assistance is not relevant or applicable.

6. If a Standalone (Algorithm Only Without Human-in-the-Loop Performance) was Done

  • Standalone Performance: Yes, the entire performance evaluation presented in the document represents the standalone performance of the ADVIA Chemistry Enzymatic Hemoglobin A1c (A1c E) Assay. As an automated in vitro diagnostic assay, it operates without human "interpretation" in the loop once the sample is loaded and the assay runs. The results are generated by the assay system itself.

7. The Type of Ground Truth Used

  • Ground Truth Type:
    • For Method Comparison, the ground truth was established by NGSP primary reference laboratory method (which is directly traceable to the IFCC reference method). This is the gold standard for HbA1c measurement.
    • For other studies (Precision, Interference, Linearity, LoB/LoD, Anticoagulant Comparison), the evaluations were performed against established analytical performance goals, spiked samples with known concentrations, or comparisons between different collection methods, rather than an external "ground truth" expert consensus or pathological diagnosis.

8. The Sample Size for the Training Set

  • Training Set Sample Size: This information is not provided in the document. The document describes analytical performance studies of a finished in vitro diagnostic device, not the development or training of its underlying "algorithm" (which for a chemical assay is the assay's chemistry and detection principles, rather than a machine learning algorithm in the typical sense). Therefore, a "training set" in the context of AI/machine learning isn't directly applicable here. The assay's parameters would have been optimized during its development and verified through the studies presented.

9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established

  • Training Set Ground Truth Establishment: As mentioned above, the concept of a "training set" and its associated ground truth in the machine learning sense is not applicable to this type of in vitro diagnostic chemical assay. The "ground truth" for developing such assays typically relates to thoroughly characterized reference materials, known concentrations of analytes, and established analytical methods used during the research and development phase to optimize the assay's chemical reactions, instrumentation parameters, and calibration. The performance studies presented here are for the verification and validation of the final device.

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December 4, 2017

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc. Alan Haley Regulatory Clinical Affairs Specialist 500 GBC Drive Newark, Delaware 19714-6101

Re: K171771

Trade/Device Name: ADVIA Chemistry Enzymatic Hemoglobin A1c (A1c E) Assay Regulation Number: 21 CFR 862.1373 Regulation Name: Hemoglobin A1c Test System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PDJ, LCP Dated: October 16, 2017 Received: October 17, 2017

Dear Alan Haley:

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.

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K171771

Device Name

ADVIA® Chemistry Enzymatic Hemoglobin A1c (A1c E) Assay

Indications for Use (Describe)

The ADVIA® Chemistry Enzymatic Hemoglobin A1c (A1c E) assay is an in vitro diagnostic assay for the quantitative determination of mmol/mol HbA1c (IFCC) and % HbA1c (DCCT/NGSP) in human anticoagulated venous whole blood and hemolysate for use on the ADVIA® Chemistry systems. Measurement of Hemoglobin A1c is used as an aid in the diagnosis and monitoring of long-term blood glucose control in patients with diabetes mellitus, and as an aid in the identification of patients at risk for developing diabetes mellitus.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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☑ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
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SIEMEN

510(k) Summary – K171771

This 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of Safe Medical Device Act of 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92.

1. Submitter

CompanySiemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc
Address500 GBC DriveNewark, DE 19702
ContactAlan Haley
Telephone302.631.9883
Fax302.631.6299
Date of PreparationNovember 29, 2017

2. Device Information

Trade NameADVIA® Chemistry Enzymatic Hemoglobin A1c (A1c_E) Assay
Common NameHemoglobin A1c Test System Assay, Glycosylated Hemoglobin
Classification NameHemoglobin A1c Test System Glycosylated hemoglobin assay
Regulation21 CFR 862.1373 21 CFR 864.7470
Device ClassClass II Class II
Product CodePDJ LCP
PanelClinical Chemistry Hematology

3. Identification of Predicate

Trade NameARCHITECT Hemoglobin A1C
510(k) SubmitterAbbott Laboratories Diagnostics Division
510(k) NumberK130255
Clearance DateFebruary 28, 2014

4. Device Description

The ADVIA® Chemistry Enzymatic Hemoglobin A1c (A1c_E) assay measures hemoglobin A1c in human anticoagulated whole blood and hemolysate. The assay consists of three reagents (R1, R2, and Pretreatment). These reagents are liquid and are ready to use. The assay offers both an automated and a manual application. The automated application (A1c_E) lyses the anticoagulated whole blood specimen on the system for the automated application (A1c_E). Samples may also be lysed manually using the ADVIA® Chemistry A1c_E pretreatment solution to obtain hemolysate for the manual application (A1c EM). The two applications yield the same results.

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5. Intended Use Statement

The ADVIA® Chemistry Enzymatic Hemoglobin A1c (A1c E) assay is an in vitro diagnostic assay for the quantitative determination of mmol/mol HbA1c (IFCC) and % HbA1c (DCCT/NGSP) in human anticoagulated venous whole blood and hemolysate for use on the ADVIA® Chemistry systems. Measurement of Hemoglobin A1c is used as an aid in the diagnosis and monitoring of long-term blood glucose control in patients with diabetes mellitus, and as an aid in the identification of patients at risk for developing diabetes mellitus.

Technological Characteristics 6.

(a) Similarities and Differences

DeviceCharacteristicProposed DeviceADVIA® ChemistryEnzymatic Hemoglobin A1c(A1c_E) AssayPredicate DeviceAbbott ArchitectHemoglobin A1c(K130255)
Intended UseThe ADVIA® ChemistryEnzymatic Hemoglobin A1c(A1c_E) assay is an in vitrodiagnostic assay for thequantitative determination ofmmol/mol HbA1c (IFCC) and %HbA1c (DCCT/NGSP) in humananticoagulated venous wholeblood and hemolysate for useon the ADVIA® Chemistrysystems. Measurement ofHemoglobin A1c is used as anaid in the diagnosis andmonitoring of long-term bloodglucose control in patients withdiabetes mellitus, and as an aidin the identification of patients atrisk for developing diabetesmellitus.The Hemoglobin A1c assay isused in clinical laboratories forthe quantitative in vitromeasurement of percenthemoglobin A1c (NGSP) orHbA1c fraction mmol/mol(IFCC) in human whole bloodand hemolysate on theARCHITECT c 8000 System.Hemoglobin A1c measurementsare used as an aid in thediagnosis of diabetes mellitus,as an aid to identify patientswho may be at risk fordeveloping diabetes mellitus,and for the monitoring of long-term blood glucose control inindividuals with diabetesmellitus.
Type of TestQuantitative, enzymaticSame
Measuring Range3.8 to 14.0% HbA1c(DCCT/NGSP)18.03 -129.50 mmol/mol HbA1c(IFCC)4.0 to 14.0% HbA1c(DCCT/NGSP)20.22-129.50 mmol/mol HbA1c(IFCC)
Specimen TypesWhole blood and HemolysateSame
AnticoagulantTypes• Dipotassium EDTA• Lithium Heparin• Sodium Fluoride/DisodiumEDTA• Tripotassium EDTA• Dipotassium EDTA• Lithium Heparin• Sodium Fluoride/DisodiumEDTA• Tripotassium EDTA• Sodium Heparin

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DeviceCharacteristicProposed DeviceADVIA® ChemistryEnzymatic Hemoglobin A1c(A1c_E) AssayPredicate DeviceAbbott ArchitectHemoglobin A1c(K130255)
Standardizationand CertificationAssay standardization istraceable to InternationalFederation of Clinical Chemistry(IFCC) reference calibrators.Assay is certified with theNational GlycohemoglobinStandardization Program(NGSP). The NGSP certificationexpires in one year.The Architect HbA1c assaystandardization is traceable tothe International Federation ofClinical Chemistry (IFCC)reference calibrators. TheArchitect HbA1c assay is NGSPcertified. The NGSP certificationexpires in one year.
InstrumentPlatformADVIA® 1800 ClinicalChemistry SystemARCHITECT c 8000 System(clinical chemistry analyzer)
Reporting Units% HbA1c NGSP/DCCT andmmol/mol IFCC% HbA1c NGSP/DCCT andmmol/mol IFCC

(b) Non-Clinical Performance Evaluation

(i) Method Comparison

Method comparison testing was performed in accordance with CLSI EP09-A3, Measurement Procedure Comparison and Bias Estimation Using Patient Samples; Approved Guideline – Third Edition.

One hundred sixty-three (163) human whole blood samples with values spanning the assay range were tested on the ADVIA® 1800 Clinical Chemistry System. Testing was performed in both automated (A1c E) and manual (A1c EM) modes.

Results on the ADVIA® 1800 were compared to results from NGSP reference method testing performed at an NGSP primary reference laboratory. Sample distribution is shown in Tables A and B. Slope and Y-intercept results were generated with both Passing-Bablok regression and Deming analysis. Correlation (r) values are Pearson correlation coefficients. Results are presented in Tables C, D, E, and F.

Range of Results(%HbA1c)Percentage ofSamplesNumber ofSamples
<57%12
5 - 614%23
6 - 6.525%40
6.5 - 718%30
7 - 812%20
8 - 913%21
>910%17
Total100%163

Table A. Method Comparison Sample Distribution, Automated (Whole Blood)

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Range of Results(%HbA1c)Percentage ofSamplesNumber ofSamples
<59%14
5 - 615%24
6 - 6.521%35
6.5 - 720%33
7 - 813%21
8 – 911%18
>911%18
Total100%163

Table B. Method Comparison Sample Distribution, Manual (Hemolysate)

Table C. Method Comparison, Passing-Bablok

UnitsOptionNrSlope[95% CI]y-int.[95% CI]SampleRange
NGSP(%HbA1c)Automated(Whole Blood)1630.991.019[1.000 to 1.037]-0.110[-0.248 to 0.010]3.80 to13.60
NGSP(%HbA1c)Manual(Hemolysate)1631.001.022[1.004 to 1.041]-0.132[-0.280 to -0.019]3.80 to13.60
IFCC(mmol/molHbA1c)Automated(Whole Blood)1630.991.019[1.000 to 1.037]-0.761[-1.848 to 0.109]18.01 to125.14
IFCC(mmol/molHbA1c)Manual(Hemolysate)1631.001.022[1.004 to 1.041]-0.923[-2.092 to -0.109]18.01 to125.14

Table D. Bias Estimations, Passing-Bablok

%HbA1cAutomated(Whole Blood)Manual(Hemolysate)
Bias% BiasBias% Bias
5.00-0.01-0.20-0.02-0.40
6.500.010.150.010.15
8.000.040.500.040.50
12.000.121.000.131.08

Table E. Method Comparison, Deming

UnitsOptionNrSlope[95% CI]y-int.[95% CI]SampleRange
NGSP(%HbA1c)Automated(Whole Blood)1630.991.020[1.004 to 1.036]-0.120[-0.265 to -0.006]3.80 to13.60
NGSP(%HbA1c)Manual(Hemolysate)1631.001.027[1.012 to 1.042]-0.176[-0.280 to -0.072]3.80 to13.60
IFCC(mmol/molHbA1c)Automated(Whole Blood)1630.991.020[1.004 to 1.036]-0.840[-1.738 to 0.058]18.01 to125.14
Manual(Hemolysate)1631.001.027[1.012 to 1.042]-1.290[-2.098 to -0.438]18.01 to125.14

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Table F. Bias Estimations, Deming

%HbA1cAutomated(Whole Blood)Manual(Hemolysate)
Bias% BiasBias% Bias
5.00-0.02-0.40-0.04-0.80
6.500.010.150.000.00
8.000.040.500.040.50
12.000.121.000.151.25

(ii) Precision

Precision testing was performed in accordance with CLSI EP05-A3, Evaluation of Precision Performance of Quantitative Measurement Methods: Approved Guideline – Third Edition.

Samples consisted of two (2) commercial quality controls and four whole blood patient pools with target values of 5.0% HbA1c, 8.0% HbA1c, 8.0% HbA1c, and 12.0% HbA1c. Whole blood pools were aliquoted and frozen prior to the start of the study. Each testing day, whole blood pool aliquots were thawed. QC materials were handled according to manufacturer's instructions.

Testing was performed over twenty (20) days, two (2) runs per day (with a minimum of 2 hours in between), a single test from two (2) independent cups were analyzed for each test material. Testing was performed using three (3) reagent lots and three (3) ADVIA® 1800 instruments for a total of nine (9) sets of data. Testing was performed in both automatic and manual modes. Two calibrations were performed over the duration of the study. Data were analyzed using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), consistent with the recommendations of CLSI EP05-A3. Results are presented in Tables I, J, K, and L.

Repeat-BetweenBetweenBetweenBetween
abilityRunDayInstrumentLotTotal
SAMPLEMeanSDCVSDCVSDCVSDCVSDCVSDCV
QC 14.490.020:50.030.70.040.80.051.10.000.00.071.6
QC 29.050.030.30.060.60.060.70.091.00.000.00.131.4
MDP15.360.020.40.020.40.040.70.040.80.000.00.061.2
MDP26.560.020.30.020.40.050.70.040.60.010.20.071.1
MDP38.010.020.30.030.40.060.70.030.40.020.30.081.0
MDP412.110.040.40.050.40.090.70.03י 0.2 י0.02' 0.2 '0.121.0

Table I. Precision, All Instruments, Automated (Whole Blood), NGSP Units (%HbA1c)

Table J. Precision, All Instruments, Automated (Whole Blood), IFCC Units (mmol/mol)

SAMPLEMeanRepeat-abilityBetweenRunBetweenDayBetweenInstrumentBetweenLotTotal
SDCVSDCVSDCVSDCVSDCVSDCV
QC 125.560.251.00.351.40.411.60.532.10.000.00.803.1
QC 275.180.300.40.640.80.700.90.981.30.000.01.391.8
MDP135.170.210.60.240.70.431.20.441.30.000.00.692.0
MDP248.400.220.50.270.60.541.10.400.80.120.30.761.6
MDP364.140.240.40.330.50.641.00.340.50.240.40.861.4
MDP4108.900.490.40.530.50.980.90.290.30.230.21.271.2

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Repeat-abilityBetweenRunBetweenDayBetweenInstrumentBetweenLotTotal
SAMPLEMeanSDCVSDCVSDCVSDCVSDCVSDCV
QC 14.720.020.40.030.70.040.90.051.10.000.00.081.6
QC 29.270.030.40.030.40.080.90.080.90.000.00.131.4
MDP15.290.020.40.030.50.040.70.010.20.020.30.051.0
MDP26.480.020.30.030.40.050.70.000.00.020.30.060.9
MDP37.910.030.30.030.40.060.70.010.10.020.30.070.9
MDP412.030.050.40.040.30.090.70.050.40.010.10.121.0

Table K. Precision, All Instruments, Manual (Hemolysate), NGSP Units (%HbA1c)

Table L. Precision, All Instruments, Manual (Hemolysate), IFCC Units (%HbA1c)

Repeat-BetweenBetweenBetweenBetween
abilityRunDayInstrumentLotTotal
SAMPLEMeanSDCVSDCVSDCVSDCVSDCVSDCV
QC 128.060.230.80.361.30.451.60.582.10.000.00.853.0
QC 277.780.370.50.360.50.921.20.911.20.000.01.391.8
MDP134.310.220.60.270.80.411.20.140.40.180.50.591.7
MDP247.340.250.50.270.60.501.10.000.00.200.40.661.4
MDP362.960.300.50.310.50.611.00.120.20.270.40.811.3
MDP4107.940.540.50.430.40.960.90.570.50.140.11.321.2

(iii) Total Error at Decision Levels

The bias estimation values determined in the method comparison study and precision estimates determined in the precision study were used to determine the total error at each of the levels listed in Tables M and N. Total error was calculated as follows:

$$1%TAE = |%Bias| + 1.96 \times %CV \times \left(1 + \frac{%Bias}{100}\right)|$$

Table M. Total Error Summary, Passing-Bablok

Option%HbA1cDecision Level% Bias% CV%TE
Automated(Whole Blood)5.0-0.201.192.52
6.50.151.072.24
8.00.500.992.44
12.01.000.962.88
Manual(Hemolysate)5.0-0.401.012.38
6.50.150.931.97
8.00.500.932.33
12.01.081.013.06

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Table N. Total Error Summary, Deming
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Option%HbA1cDecision Level% Bias% CV%TE
Automated(Whole Blood)5.0-0.401.192.72
6.50.151.072.24
8.00.500.992.44
12.01.000.962.88
Manual(Hemolysate)5.0-0.801.012.78
6.50.000.931.81
8.00.500.932.33
12.01.251.013.22

(iv) Endogenous Interference

Testing to determine the interference bias of various endogenous interferents on the ADVIA A1c E Assay was performed according to CLSI EP07-A2, Interference Testing in Clinical Chemistry; Approved Guideline - Second Edition. The effect of each interferent was evaluated using a paired difference analysis. Three replicates were tested at each of two HbA1c levels: 6.5% ± 1.0% and 8.0% ± 1.0%. No significant interference (greater than ± 5.0%) was observed for the potential interferents at the concentrations listed in Table O.

InterferentInterferent LevelApproximateHbA1c Level
Ascorbic Acid3.0 mg/dL~6.5 %
Ascorbic Acid3.0 mg/dL~8.0 %
Conjugated Bilirubin10 mg/dL~6.5 %
Conjugated Bilirubin10 mg/dL~8.0 %
Unconjugated Bilirubin10 mg/dL~6.5 %
Unconjugated Bilirubin10 mg/dL~8.0 %
Total Protein22 g/dL~6.5 %
Total Protein22 g/dL~8.0 %
Triglycerides2000 mg/dL~6.5 %
Triglycerides2000 mg/dL~8.0 %
Urea667 mg/dL~6.5 %
Urea667 mg/dL~8.0 %
Vitamin E8.6 mg/dL~6.5 %
Vitamin E8.6 mg/dL~8.0 %
InterferentInterferent LevelApproximateHbA1c Level
Acarbose50 mg/dL~6.5 %
Acarbose50 mg/dL~8.0 %
Acetaminophen200 µg/mL~6.5 %
Acetaminophen200 µg/mL~8.0 %
Acetylsalicylate50.0 mg/dL~6.5 %
Acetylsalicylate50.0 mg/dL~8.0 %
Atorvastatin600 µg Eq/L~6.5 %
Atorvastatin600 µg Eq/L~8.0 %
Captopril0.5 mg/dL~6.5 %
Captopril0.5 mg/dL~8.0 %
Chlorpropamide74.7 mg/dL~6.5 %
Chlorpropamide74.7 mg/dL~8.0 %
Cyanate64.8 mg/dL~6.5 %
Cyanate64.8 mg/dL~8.0 %
Furosemide6.0 mg/dL~6.5 %
Furosemide6.0 mg/dL~8.0 %
Gemfibrozil7.5 mg/dL~6.5 %
Gemfibrozil7.5 mg/dL~8.0 %
Glucose1000 mg/dL~6.5 %
Glucose1000 mg/dL~8.0 %
Ibuprofen0.5 mg/mL~6.5 %
Ibuprofen0.5 mg/mL~8.0 %
Insulin450 μU/mL~6.5 %
Insulin450 μU/mL~8.0 %
Intralipid1000 mg/dL~6.5 %
Intralipid1000 mg/dL~8.0 %
Losartan5 mg/dL~6.5 %
Losartan5 mg/dL~8.0 %
Metamizole90 mg/dL~6.5 %
Metamizole90 mg/dL~8.0 %
Metformin5.1 mg/dL~6.5 %
Metformin5.1 mg/dL~8.0 %
N-acetylcysteine5 mmol/L~6.5 %
N-acetylcysteine5 mmol/L~8.0 %
Nicotinic Acid61 mg/dL~6.5 %
Nicotinic Acid61 mg/dL~8.0 %
Propranolol0.2 mg/dL~6.5 %
Propranolol0.2 mg/dL~8.0 %
Repaglinide60 ng/mL~6.5 %
Repaglinide60 ng/mL~8.0 %
Rheumatoid Factor200 IU/mL~6.5 %
Rheumatoid Factor200 IU/mL~8.0 %

Table O. Endogenous Interference

(v) Exogenous Interference

Testing to determine the interference bias of various exogenous interferents on the ADVIA A1c E Assay was performed according to CLSI EP07-A2, Interference Testing in Clinical Chemistry; Approved Guideline - Second Edition. The effect of each interferent was evaluated using a paired difference analysis. Three replicates were tested at each of two HbA1c levels: 6.5% ± 1.0% and 8.0% ± 1.0%. No significant (bias greater than ± 5.0%) interference was observed for the potential interferents at the concentrations listed in Table P.

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Table P. Exogenous Interference

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(vi) Hemoglobin Derivative Interference

Hemoglobin derivative interference was determined per CLSI EP7-A2. No significant interference was observed for HbA0. HbA1b and for the hemoglobin derivatives listed below.

  • Acetylated Hemoglobin with ≥ 50 mg/dL of acetylsalicylic acid .
  • . Carbamylated Hemoglobin with ≥ 10 mmol/L of Cyanate
  • Labile Hemoglobin with ≥ 1000 mg/dL of Glucose .

(vii) Hemoglobin Variant Interference

Interference testing to determine the effect of hemoglobin variants on the ADVIA A1c E Assav was performed according to CLSI EP07-A2, Interference Testing in Clinical Chemistry; Approved Guideline - Second Edition. Anticoagulated human blood samples with known concentrations of hemoglobin variant and HbA1c were analyzed. The effect of each hemoglobin variant on assay performance was evaluated comparing the mean observed %HbA1c values to the mean expected %HbA1c values. Three replicates were tested for each sample.

No significant interference bias (i.e., greater than ± 5.0%) was observed for HbC, HbD, HbE, and HbA2. Significant interference bias was observed for HbF. Results are presented in Tables Q and R.

Hb VariantnRange (% Variant)Range (%HbA1c)
HbC4526.1 - 40.0%4.4 – 15.7%
HbD2422.7 – 37.5%4.8 – 13.0%
HbE2019.7 – 30.4%4.7 - 11.0%
HbS2523.0 – 37.4%5.3 - 13.5%
HbA2204.3 - 6.2%5.0 – 10.0%
HbF205.7 - 30.9%5.3 - 9.3%

Table Q. Hemoglobin Variant Samples

Table R. Hemoglobin Variant Interference

Hb VariantRelative %Bias [Range of %Bias]Observed to Reference Method
HbA1c ~6%HbA1c ~9%
HbC0.65%[-6.17% to 7.46%]1.36%[-7.00% to 8.41%]
HbD0.28%[-8.16% to 6.47%]2.27%[-1.52% to 5.94%]
HbE2.02%[-5.65% to 7.89%]4.35%[-1.63% to 7.41%]
HbS2.96%[-0.22% to 6.55%]2.51%[-2.04% to 7.94%]
HbA2-1.49%[-3.87% to 5.00%]1.47%[-1.26% to 6.63%]
HbFBias exceeds 5%

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(viii) Linearity

Linearity testing was conducted CLSI EP06-A, Evaluation of the Linearity of Quantitative Measurement Procedures: A Statistical Approach; Approved Guideline.

A dilution series consisting of eleven (11) levels across the assay range were prepared by mixing high HbA1c and low HbA1c whole blood pools. The high pools were prepared by spiking whole blood with HbA1c. The low pools were prepared by mixing whole blood with cord blood. The expected value for each level was calculated from the measurand concentrations and volumes of the low and high samples. Three replicates were tested at each level. Samples ranged from 2.77 to 14.60% HbA1c.

No deviations from linearity were observed for results from 2.77 to 14.60% HbA1c. The regression analysis equation is Observed %HbA1c = 1.0088 x Expected %HbA1c = 0.1110 with an R2 of 0.9998.

(ix) Limit of Blank (LoB) and Limit of Detection (LoD)

Limit of Blank (LoB) and Limit of Detection (LoD) testing was conducted in accordance with CLSI EP17-A2, Evaluation of Detection Capability for Clinical Laboratory Measurement Procedures.

To determine LoB, four (4) blank samples were processed using three (3) reagent lots and one (1) instrument. Testing was performed for three (3) days at five (5) replicates per day for a total of 60 measurements per reagent lot (180 measurements total).

To determine LoD, four (4) low samples were processed using three (3) reagent lots and one (1) instrument. Testing was performed for three (3) days at five (5) replicates per day for a total of 60 measurements per reagent lot (180 measurements total). Results are presented in Table S.

HbA1c (%)tHb (µmol/L)A1c (µmol/L)
Limit ofBlank (LoB)3.1860.151.77
Limit ofDetection (LoD)3.6069.422.50

Table S. Limit of Blank / Limit of Detection

(x) Anticoaqulant Comparison

Testing was performed to demonstrate equivalence between five different anticoagulants in accordance with CLSI EP09-A2, Method Comparison and Bias Estimation Using Patient Samples.

Testing was performed to demonstrate equivalence between Ko EDTA, K3 EDTA, Na Fluoride/Na2 EDTA, and Lithium Heparin collection tubes. HbA1c values were measured for each sample using the ADVIA A1c E assay on the ADVIA 1800. Regression analysis was used to analyze the measured values using the K, EDTA samples as the comparator. Results are presented in Tables T and U.

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AnticoagulantComparatorNrSlope[95% CI]y-intercept[95% CI]
K3-EDTAK2-EDTA960.99961.010[1.000 to 1.018]-0.021[-0.077 to 0.035]
Na Fluoride/Na2-EDTAK2-EDTA970.99890.998[0.986 to 1.005]-0.002[-0.049 to 0.072]
Lithium HeparinK2-EDTA960.99921.025[1.016 to 1.034]-0.096[-0.146 to -0.039]

Table T. Passing-Bablok Regression Analysis Summary for Anticoagulant Equivalency

Table U. Deming Regression Analysis Summary for Anticoagulant Equivalency

AnticoagulantComparatorNrSlope[95% CI]y-intercept[95% CI]
K3-EDTAK2-EDTA960.99961.011[1.000 to 1.023]-0.034[-0.102 to 0.033]
Na Fluoride/Na2-EDTAK2-EDTA970.99890.996[0.986 to 1.006]0.008[-0.045 to 0.062]
Lithium HeparinK2-EDTA960.99921.033[1.023 to 1.042]-0.131[-0.183 to -0.079]

(xi) Conclusion

The proposed ADVIA® Chemistry Enzymatic Hemoglobin A1c (A1c_E) assay is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate based on intended use, principle and the performance characteristics presented above.

§ 862.1373 Hemoglobin A1c test system.

(a)
Identification. A hemoglobin A1c test system is a device used to measure the percentage concentration of hemoglobin A1c in blood. Measurement of hemoglobin A1c is used as an aid in the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus and as an aid in the identification of patients at risk for developing diabetes mellitus.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) The device must have initial and annual standardization verification by a certifying glycohemoglobin standardization organization deemed acceptable by FDA.
(2) The premarket notification submission must include performance testing to evaluate precision, accuracy, linearity, and interference, including the following:
(i) Performance testing of device precision must, at a minimum, use blood samples with concentrations near 5.0 percent, 6.5 percent, 8.0 percent, and 12 percent hemoglobin A1c. This testing must evaluate precision over a minimum of 20 days using at least three lots of the device and three instruments, as applicable.
(ii) Performance testing of device accuracy must include a minimum of 120 blood samples that span the measuring interval of the device and compare results of the new device to results of a standardized test method. Results must demonstrate little or no bias versus the standardized method.
(iii) Total error of the new device must be evaluated using single measurements by the new device compared to results of the standardized test method, and this evaluation must demonstrate a total error less than or equal to 6 percent.
(iv) Performance testing must demonstrate that there is little to no interference from common hemoglobin variants, including Hemoglobin C, Hemoglobin D, Hemoglobin E, Hemoglobin A2, and Hemoglobin S.
(3) When assay interference from Hemoglobin F or interference with other hemoglobin variants with low frequency in the population is observed, a warning statement must be placed in a black box and must appear in all labeling material for these devices describing the interference and any affected populations.