K Number
K192426
Device Name
Signa Voyager, Signa Voyager Quantum
Date Cleared
2019-10-01

(26 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
892.1000
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The SIGNA Voyager is a whole body magnetic resonance scanner designed to support high resolution, high signal-to-noise ratio, and short scan time imaging. The SIGNA Voyager is indicated for use as a diagnostic imaging device to produce axial, sagittal, coronal, and oblique images, spectroscopic images and/or spectra, dynamic images, and parametric maps of the internal structures and organs of the entire body. Body structures for evaluation include, but are not limited to: head, neck, TMJ, spine, breast, heart, abdomen, pelvis, joints, prostate, blood vessels, and musculoskeletal regions of the body. Depending on the region of interest being imaged, contrast agents may be used. The images produced by the SIGNA Voyager reflect the spatial distribution and/or molecular environment of nuclei exhibiting magnetic resonance. These images and/or spectra when interpreted by a trained physician yield information that may assist in diagnosis.
Device Description
The SIGNA Voyager system is a whole body magnetic resonance scanner designed to support high resolution, high signal-to-noise ratio, and short scan times. The system uses a combination of time-varying magnetic fields (gradients) and RF transmissions to obtain information regarding the density and position of elements exhibiting magnetic resonance. The system can image in the sagittal, coronal, axial and oblique planes, using various pulse sequences and reconstruction algorithms. The system is offered as a new system installation, in either a fixed or a mobile configuration. The system features a 1.5T superconducting magnet with a 70cm bore size.
More Information

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No
The document describes a standard MRI system and its components, focusing on hardware and basic image processing ("reconstruction algorithms"). There is no mention of AI, ML, or related concepts in the intended use, device description, or performance studies.

No.
The device is described as a diagnostic imaging device designed to produce images and/or spectra that, when interpreted by a trained physician, assist in diagnosis, rather than providing therapy.

Yes
The "Intended Use / Indications for Use" section explicitly states, "The SIGNA Voyager is indicated for use as a diagnostic imaging device."

No

The device description explicitly details hardware components like a 1.5T superconducting magnet and a 70cm bore size, indicating it is a physical medical device, not software-only.

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

Here's why:

  • IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostic devices are used to examine specimens taken from the human body, such as blood, urine, or tissue, outside of the body to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
  • SIGNA Voyager Function: The SIGNA Voyager is a magnetic resonance scanner that produces images of the internal structures and organs of the entire body in vivo (within the living body). It does not analyze samples taken from the body.
  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly states it's a "diagnostic imaging device" to produce images and spectra of internal structures.
  • Device Description: The description details how it uses magnetic fields and RF transmissions to obtain information about elements exhibiting magnetic resonance within the body.

Therefore, the SIGNA Voyager falls under the category of medical imaging devices, not In Vitro Diagnostic devices.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The SIGNA Voyager is a whole body magnetic resonance scanner designed to support high resolution, high signal-to-noise ratio, and short scan time imaging.

The SIGNA Voyager is indicated for use as a diagnostic imaging device to produce axial, sagittal, coronal, and oblique images, spectroscopic images and/or spectra, dynamic images, and parametric maps of the internal structures and organs of the entire body. Body structures for evaluation include, but are not limited to: head, neck, TMJ, spine, breast, heart, abdomen, pelvis, joints, prostate, blood vessels, and musculoskeletal regions of the body.

Depending on the region of interest being imaged, contrast agents may be used.

The images produced by the SIGNA Voyager reflect the spatial distribution and/or molecular environment of nuclei exhibiting magnetic resonance. These images and/or spectra when interpreted by a trained physician yield information that may assist in diagnosis.

Product codes

LNH, MOS

Device Description

The SIGNA Voyager system is a whole body magnetic resonance scanner designed to support high resolution, high signal-to-noise ratio, and short scan times. The system uses a combination of time-varying magnetic fields (gradients) and RF transmissions to obtain information regarding the density and position of elements exhibiting magnetic resonance. The system can image in the sagittal, coronal, axial and oblique planes, using various pulse sequences and reconstruction algorithms. The system is offered as a new system installation, in either a fixed or a mobile configuration. The system features a 1.5T superconducting magnet with a 70cm bore size.

Mentions image processing

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

Magnetic Resonance

Anatomical Site

head, neck, TMJ, spine, breast, heart, abdomen, pelvis, joints, prostate, blood vessels, and musculoskeletal regions of the body.

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

trained physician

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)

Summary of Non-Clinical Tests:
Like the predicate device, the SIGNA Voyager complies with the following voluntary standards:
• ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1
• IEC 60601-1-2
• IEC 60601-2-33
In addition, the SIGNA Voyager complies with the applicable NEMA MS standards for MRI as does the predicate device.
The following quality assurance measures were applied to the development of the system, as they were for the predicate:
• Risk Analysis
• Requirements Reviews
• Design Reviews
• Testing on unit level (Module verification)
• Integration testing (System verification)
• Performance testing (Verification)
• Safety testing (Verification)
• Simulated use testing (Validation)
Summary of Clinical Tests:
The subject of this premarket submission, SIGNA Voyager, did not require clinical studies to support substantial equivalence.
Scanning of human subjects on the SIGNA Voyager system has been conducted at GE Healthcare facilities as part of design validation activities in order to ensure that the modified device meets user requirements.

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

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Predicate Device(s)

SIGNA Voyager (K161567)

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 892.1000 Magnetic resonance diagnostic device.

(a)
Identification. A magnetic resonance diagnostic device is intended for general diagnostic use to present images which reflect the spatial distribution and/or magnetic resonance spectra which reflect frequency and distribution of nuclei exhibiting nuclear magnetic resonance. Other physical parameters derived from the images and/or spectra may also be produced. The device includes hydrogen-1 (proton) imaging, sodium-23 imaging, hydrogen-1 spectroscopy, phosphorus-31 spectroscopy, and chemical shift imaging (preserving simultaneous frequency and spatial information).(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). A magnetic resonance imaging disposable kit intended for use with a magnetic resonance diagnostic device only is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.

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October 1, 2019

GE Healthcare (Tianjin) Company Limited % Yuan Ma Regulatory Affairs Director No. 266 Jinjsan Road, Tianjin Airport Economic Area Tianjin 300308 CHINA

Re: K192426

Trade/Device Name: SIGNA Voyager/ SIGNA Voyager Quantum Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1000 Regulation Name: Magnetic resonance diagnostic device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: LNH, MOS Dated: September 6, 2019 Received: September 9, 2019

Dear Yuan Ma:

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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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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Sincerely,

For

Thalia T. Mills, Ph.D. Director Division of Radiological Health OHT7: Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known)

K192426

Device Name SIGNA Voyager / SIGNA Voyager Quantum

Indications for Use (Describe)

The SIGNA Voyager is a whole body magnetic resonance scanner designed to support high resolution, high signal-tonoise ratio, and short scan time imaging.

The SIGNA Voyager is indicated for use as a diagnostic imaging device to produce axial, sagittal, coronal, and oblique images, spectroscopic images and/or spectra, dynamic images, and parametric maps of the internal structures and organs of the entire body. Body structures for evaluation include, but are not limited to: head, neck, TMJ, spine, breast, heart, abdomen, pelvis, joints, prostate, blood vessels, and musculoskeletal regions of the body.

Depending on the region of interest being imaged, contrast agents may be used.

The images produced by the SIGNA Voyager reflect the spatial distribution and/or molecular environment of nuclei exhibiting magnetic resonance. These images and/or spectra when interpreted by a trained physician yield information that may assist in diagnosis.

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)

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510(k) Summary

In accordance with 21 CFR 807.92 the following summary of information is provided:

Date:September 29, 2019
Submitter:GE Healthcare (Tianjin) Company Limited
No. 266 Jinjsan Road, Tianjin Airport Economic Area
Tianjin, China
Primary Contact
Person:Yuan Ma
Regulatory Affairs Director
GE Healthcare (Tianjin) Company Limited
Phone: +86 18101131106
Secondary Contact
Person:Glen Sabin
Regulatory Affairs Director
GE Healthcare
Phone: 262-521-6848
Device Trade Name:SIGNA Voyager / SIGNA Voyager Quantum
Common/Usual Name:Magnetic Resonance Diagnostic Device
Classification Names:Magnetic Resonance Diagnostic Device per 21 CFR 892.1000
Product Code:LNH, MOS
Predicate Device:SIGNA Voyager (K161567)
Device Description:The SIGNA Voyager system is a whole body magnetic resonance scanner
designed to support high resolution, high signal-to-noise ratio, and short scan
times. The system uses a combination of time-varying magnetic fields
(gradients) and RF transmissions to obtain information regarding the density
and position of elements exhibiting magnetic resonance. The system can
image in the sagittal, coronal, axial and oblique planes, using various pulse
sequences and reconstruction algorithms. The system is offered as a new
system installation, in either a fixed or a mobile configuration. The system
features a 1.5T superconducting magnet with a 70cm bore size.
Intended Use:The SIGNA Voyager is a whole body magnetic resonance scanner designed
to support high resolution, high signal-to-noise ratio, and short scan time
imaging. The SIGNA Voyager is indicated for use as a diagnostic imaging
device to produce axial, sagittal, coronal, and oblique images, spectroscopic
images and/or spectra, dynamic images, and parametric maps of the internal
structures and organs of the entire body. Body structures for evaluation
include, but are not limited to: head, neck, TMJ, spine, breast, heart,
abdomen, pelvis, joints, prostate, blood vessels, and musculoskeletal regions
of the body. Depending on the region of interest being imaged, contrast
agents may be used. The images produced by the SIGNA Voyager reflect the
spatial distribution and/or molecular environment of nuclei exhibiting
magnetic resonance. These images and/or spectra when interpreted by a
trained physician yield information that may assist in diagnosis.
Technology:The SIGNA Voyager employs the same fundamental scientific technology as
its predicate device.
The SIGNA Voyager system has been modified by the introduction of a new
IPM magnet configuration, in addition to the previously cleared LCCW
magnet configuration.
Determination of
Substantial
Equivalence:Summary of Non-Clinical Tests:
Like the predicate device, the SIGNA Voyager complies with the following
voluntary standards:
• ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1
• IEC 60601-1-2
• IEC 60601-2-33
In addition, the SIGNA Voyager complies with the applicable NEMA MS
standards for MRI as does the predicate device.
The following quality assurance measures were applied to the development of
the system, as they were for the predicate:
• Risk Analysis
• Requirements Reviews
• Design Reviews
• Testing on unit level (Module verification)
• Integration testing (System verification)
• Performance testing (Verification)
• Safety testing (Verification)
• Simulated use testing (Validation)
Summary of Clinical Tests:
The subject of this premarket submission, SIGNA Voyager, did not require
clinical studies to support substantial equivalence.
Scanning of human subjects on the SIGNA Voyager system has been
conducted at GE Healthcare facilities as part of design validation activities in
order to ensure that the modified device meets user requirements.
Conclusion:The Indications for Use of the SIGNA Voyager are identical to the predicate
device. The modifications to the SIGNA Voyager system do not change the
fundamental scientific technology of the device. The results of design
controls activities demonstrate that the SIGNA Voyager is substantially
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