K Number
K213881
Device Name
Celerity Incubator
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2022-07-21

(220 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
880.2800
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
Use the Celerity Incubator to incubate and automatically read STERIS Celerity Biological Indicators for Steam and Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide sterilization at 55°C - 60°C for a fluorescent result.
Device Description
The Celerity Incubator incubates and reads fluorescent Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide (VHP) and Steam Biological Indicators (BIs). The BI is incubated at 59°C with an acceptable tolerance of -4°C/+1°C. During incubation, the BI is monitored for a potential fluorescence signal generated as a result of the production of a-glucosidase. When a growth response has been detected or when the required incubation time has elapsed, the incubator indicates the results to the user.
More Information

No
The description focuses on standard incubation and fluorescence detection based on a biological process, with no mention of AI/ML terms or methodologies.

No.
The device is used to incubate and read biological indicators for sterilization, not to treat or diagnose patients.

No

This device is designed to incubate and read biological indicators to confirm the effectiveness of sterilization processes, not to diagnose a medical condition in a patient.

No

The device description clearly states it is an "incubator," which is a physical hardware device used for incubating and reading biological indicators. The performance studies also include tests related to hardware, such as "Maintenance of Incubation Temperature," "Electromagnetic Compatibility," and "Electrical Safety Conformance." While software validation is mentioned, it is part of the overall device validation, not the sole component.

Based on the provided information, the Celerity Incubator is an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic) device.

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The device is used to "incubate and automatically read STERIS Celerity Biological Indicators". Biological indicators are used to monitor the effectiveness of sterilization processes. This falls under the definition of an in vitro diagnostic device, which is used to examine specimens derived from the human body or other sources to provide information for the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of disease. While the biological indicator itself isn't directly from a human body, it's used to assess a process (sterilization) that directly impacts the safety of medical devices used on humans.
  • Device Description: The device "incubates and reads fluorescent Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide (VHP) and Steam Biological Indicators (BIs)." It detects a "fluorescence signal generated as a result of the production of a-glucosidase." This is a biological reaction being measured outside of the body to assess the effectiveness of a sterilization process.
  • Key Metrics: The mention of "Fluorescent Read meets ≥ 97% alignment with 7-day grow out per FDA guidance on reduced incubation time for intended Biological Indicators" further supports its role in evaluating the performance of biological indicators, which are IVDs.

While the device itself doesn't directly analyze human samples, its function is to process and read biological indicators that are used to validate sterilization processes for medical devices. This places it within the scope of devices used in the context of healthcare and disease prevention, aligning with the definition of an IVD.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

Use the Celerity Incubator to incubate and automatically read STERIS Celerity Biological Indicators for Steam and Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide sterilization at 55°C-60°C for a fluorescent result.

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

FRC

Device Description

The Celerity Incubator incubates and reads fluorescent Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide (VHP) and Steam Biological Indicators (BIs). The BI is incubated at 59°C with an acceptable tolerance of -4°C/+1°C. During incubation, the BI is monitored for a potential fluorescence signal generated as a result of the production of a-glucosidase. When a growth response has been detected or when the required incubation time has elapsed, the incubator indicates the results to the user.

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

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Description of the training 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)

Non-Clinical Performance Testing:

  • Test: Maintenance of Incubation Temperature
    • Acceptance Criteria: Temperature of BIs is maintained between 55°C - 60°C during incubation. Temperatures were observed over a 60min period and during a 1min loss of power.
    • Result: PASS
  • Test: Qualification Testing with intended Biological Indicators
    • Acceptance Criteria: Fluorescent Read meets >= 97% alignment with 7-day grow out per FDA guidance on reduced incubation time for intended Biological Indicators for both Steam and Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide Celerity Biological Indicators
    • Result: PASS
  • Test: Human Factors
    • Acceptance Criteria: Typical users are capable of following the written instructions for use to correctly use the Celerity Incubators.
    • Result: PASS
  • Test: Electromagnetic Compatibility
    • Acceptance Criteria: IEC 60601-1-2:2014 General Requirements for Basic Safety and Essential Performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Compatibility - Requirements and Tests
    • Result: PASS
  • Test: Electrical Safety Conformance
    • Acceptance Criteria: IEC 60601-1 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance
    • Result: PASS
  • Test: Software Validation
    • Acceptance Criteria: The software that controls the system was validated and determined to operate effectively and as designed.
    • Result: PASS

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

Fluorescent Read meets >= 97% alignment with 7-day grow out

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.

K190297

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.

K173670

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

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§ 880.2800 Sterilization process indicator.

(a)
Biological sterilization process indicator —(1)Identification. A biological sterilization process indicator is a device intended for use by a health care provider to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure and to monitor adequacy of sterilization. The device consists of a known number of microorganisms, of known resistance to the mode of sterilization, in or on a carrier and enclosed in a protective package. Subsequent growth or failure of the microorganisms to grow under suitable conditions indicates the adequacy of sterilization.(2)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).(b)
Physical/chemical sterilization process indicator —(1)Identification. A physical/chemical sterilization process indicator is a device intended for use by a health care provider to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure and to monitor one or more parameters of the sterilization process. The adequacy of the sterilization conditions as measured by these parameters is indicated by a visible change in the device.(2)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

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July 21, 2022

STERIS Corporation Gregory Land Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist 5960 Heislev Road Mentor, Ohio 44060

Re: K213881

Trade/Device Name: Celerity Incubator Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.2800 Regulation Name: Sterilization process indicator Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FRC Dated: July 5, 2022 Received: July 6, 2022

Dear Gregory Land:

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.

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.

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Sincerely,

Clarence W. Murray, III, PhD Assistant Director DHT4B: Division of Infection Control and Plastic Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices 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) K213881

Device Name Celerity Incubator

Indications for Use (Describe)

Use the Celerity Incubator to incubate and automatically read STERIS Celerity Biological Indicators for Steam and Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide sterilization at 55°C-60°C for a fluorescent result.

Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

X Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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510(k) Summary For Celerity Incubator

STERIS Corporation 5960 Heisley Road Mentor, OH 44060 Phone: (440) 354-2600 Fax No: (440) 357-9198

Contact:

Mr. Gregory Land Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist Tel: 440-392-7424 Fax: 440-357-9198 greg land(@steris.com

Submission Date: July 21, 2022

K Number: K213881

STERIS Corporation ■ 5960 Heisley Road ■ Mentor, OH 44060-1834 USA ■ 440-354-2600

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1. Device Name

Trade Name:Celerity Incubator
Device Class:Class II
Common/usual Name:Incubator
Classification Name:Indicator, Biological Sterilization Process
Classification Number:21 CFR 880.2800
Product Code:FRC

2. Predicate Device

K190297 – Celerity HP Incubator

3. Reference Device

K173670 - Celerity Steam Incubator

4. Device Description

The Celerity Incubator incubates and reads fluorescent Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide (VHP) and Steam Biological Indicators (BIs). The BI is incubated at 59°C with an acceptable tolerance of -4°C/+1°C. During incubation, the BI is monitored for a potential fluorescence signal generated as a result of the production of a-glucosidase. When a growth response has been detected or when the required incubation time has elapsed, the incubator indicates the results to the user.

4. Indications for Use

Use the Celerity Incubator to incubate and automatically read STERIS Celerity Biological Indicators for Steam and Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide sterilization at 55°C - 60°C for a fluorescent result.

ನ. Technological Characteristics Comparison Table

A comparison of technical characteristics between the proposed and predicate devices is summarized in Table 1.

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| Feature | Subject Device
Universal Biological
Indicator Incubator
(K213881) | Predicate Device
Celerity 20 HP Indicator
(K190297) | Comparison |
|------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Indications
for Use | Use the Celerity Incubator to
incubate and automatically read
STERIS Celerity Biological
Indicators for Steam and
Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide
sterilization at 55°C - 60°C for a
fluorescent result. | Use the Celerity HP Incubator
to incubate and automatically
read Celerity 20 HP Biological
Indicators at 57°C for a
fluorescent result within 20
minutes. | Similar |
| Basis of
Readout | Photodiode detects fluorescence
produced by enzymatic activity
that results from viable
biological indicator organisms. | Photodiode detects
fluorescence produced by
enzymatic activity that results
from viable biological
indicator organisms. | Same |
| Incubation
Temperature
Range | 55 - 60 °C | 55 - 60 °C | Same |
| Voltage
Range | 100-240 VAC with 12 VDC
conversion | 100-240 VAC with 12 VDC
conversion | Same |
| Test Capacity | 8 wells | 8 wells | Same |
| Calibration | Factory calibration - no
calibration by customer | Factory calibration - no
calibration by customer | Same |
| Incubation
Time | 20 minutes | 20 minutes | Same |
| Fluorescence
Detection | UV LEDs are used to excite the
fluorescent molecule produced
by enzyme cleavage of the
fluorogenic substrate contained
in the BI's media. The emitted
light is detected by a photodiode. | UV LEDs are used to excite
the fluorescent molecule
produced by enzyme cleavage
of the fluorogenic substrate
contained in the SCBI's media.
The emitted light is detected
by a photodiode. | Same |
| Indication of
Results | Positive - audible alarm, visual
LED lights and screen Negative

  • optional alarm, visual
    indication with LED lights and
    LCD screen
    User must acknowledge results | Positive - audible alarm,
    visual LED lights and screen
    Negative - optional alarm,
    visual indication with LED
    lights and LCD screen
    User must acknowledge results | Same |
    | Feature | Subject Device
    Universal Biological
    Indicator Incubator
    (K213881) | Predicate Device
    Celerity 20 HP Indicator
    (K190297) | Comparison |
    | System
    Operation | The reader/incubator wells
    are arranged in 2 banks of 4
    wells and preset to 59°C. The
    user scans the barcode on the
    label of an activated BI using
    the system's barcode scanner
    and places it into an open
    well. The system detects the
    well the BI was placed into
    and begins measurement of
    fluorescence; a blinking
    yellow light indicates the
    incubation is in process and
    the read initiated. The
    System uses information from
    the barcode to apply the
    appropriate algorithm to the
    well. A "positive" reading is
    interpreted as an indication of
    a potential sterilization cycle
    failure. A "positive" finding
    is indicated to the user by red
    light on the front panel
    adjacent to the well, by an
    audible alarm, and by text
    displayed on the LCD screen.
    The alarm must be muted by
    the operator when a positive
    result is obtained. The LCD
    screen provides instructions
    for the user to turn off the
    alarm for that specific BI.
    Should another BI become
    "positive", the alarm will
    sound again and the above
    actions are repeated.
    If the result is not positive at
    the end of the incubation
    time, the result is negative.
    Negative results are identified
    by a green light on the front
    panel adjacent to the well
    with the "negative" BI and by
    text on the LCD. In addition, an optional alarm is available | The reader/incubator wells
    are arranged in 2 banks of 4
    wells and preset to 57°C. The
    measurement of fluorescence
    is initiated by placement of a
    Celerity HP BI into any of the
    incubation wells and pressing
    the adjacent "ACTION”
    button.
    When an SCBI is placed into
    a well, the auto-reader detects
    its presence. Upon pressing
    the button associated with
    that well, a blinking yellow
    light indicates that incubation
    is in process and the read
    initiated.
    A "positive" reading is
    interpreted as an indication of
    a potential sterilization cycle
    failure. A "positive" finding
    is indicated to the user by red
    | Similar |
    | Feature | Subject Device
    Universal Biological
    Indicator Incubator
    (K213881) | Predicate Device
    Celerity 20 HP Indicator
    (K190297) | Comparison |
    | | for negative results. | for negative results. User
    must acknowledge results. | |

Table 1. Technological Characteristics Comparison Table to predicate device

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6. Summary of Non-Clinical Performance Testing

Testing was performed to evaluate performance and demonstrate that device met the acceptance criteria shown in Table 2.

TestAcceptance CriteriaResult
Maintenance of
Incubation
TemperatureTemperature of BIs is maintained between 55°C - 60°C
during incubation. Temperatures were observed over a
60min period and during a 1min loss of power.PASS
Qualification
Testing with
intended
Biological
IndicatorsFluorescent Read meets ≥ 97% alignment with 7-day grow
out per FDA guidance on reduced incubation time for
intended Biological Indicators for both Steam and Vaporized
Hydrogen Peroxide Celerity Biological IndicatorsPASS
Human FactorsTypical users are capable of following the written
instructions for use to correctly use the Celerity Incubators.PASS
Electromagnetic
CompatibilityIEC 60601-1-2:2014 General Requirements for Basic Safety
and Essential Performance - Collateral Standard:
Electromagnetic Compatibility - Requirements and TestsPASS
Electrical Safety
ConformanceIEC 60601-1 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General
requirements for basic safety and essential performancePASS
Software
ValidationThe software that controls the system was validated and
determined to operate effectively and as designed.PASS

Table 2. Performance Testing

7. Conclusion

The conclusions drawn from the non-clinical performance data demonstrates that the subject device is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as or better than the legally marketed predicate device (K190297), Class II (21 CFR 880.2800), product code FRC.