(116 days)
The safety lancet is intended for capillary blood sampling.
The safety lancet consists of needle core, protective cap, plug, trigger, spring, outer case and end cap. The sterile part of the safety lancet is the needle tip. The sterile barrier is the needle sleeve and sterilized to a SAL of 10^-6 by radiation sterilization. It is intended for single use only. The shelf-life of the product is 5 years. The safety lancet is intended for capillary blood sampling. The device was designed to minimize the risk from accidental needle sticks with a used needle by application of a sharp injury prevention feature. The needle tip back into the safety lancet body automatically after launch and cannot be reused. The safety lancet can be disposed safely.
This document is a 510(k) summary for a "Safety Lancet" (K223208). It aims to demonstrate substantial equivalence to a predicate device (Tianjin Huahong Safety Lancet – K220370).
Here's an analysis of the acceptance criteria and study information provided and what's missing, structured to answer your questions:
1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance
The document doesn't explicitly present a single table of "acceptance criteria" alongside "reported device performance" in a quantitative manner as one might expect for a diagnostic or AI device. Instead, it discusses various performance tests and compliance with standards. The "acceptance criteria" are implied by the standards and internal requirements, and "reported device performance" is summarized as meeting these requirements.
Here's a best effort to extract and present this information based on the provided text, recognizing that specific numerical results or direct comparisons to predicate device values (beyond "same" or "similar") are often not included in 510(k) summaries unless there's a significant difference to justify.
| Acceptance Criterion (Implied Standard/Requirement) | Reported Device Performance (Summary) |
|---|---|
| Physical Performance: | |
| Cap removal force | Meets internal requirements of 3-9 N (for easy user removal). |
| Needle removal force/Firmness (ISO 7864:2016) | Meets ISO 7864:2016 requirements (ensuring needle firmness). |
| Drop testing (IEC 60068-2-32:1993) | Meets IEC 60068-2-32:1993 requirements (needle not exposed after drop). |
| Puncture force (ISO 7864:2016) | Meets ISO 7864:2016 requirements (force as low as possible for skin puncture). |
| Safety Feature testing (ISO 23908:2011, FDA Guidance Aug 9, 2005) | Verified against requirements (ensures safe use, force to activate = 8.8N). |
| Needle Tubing (ISO 9626:2016) | Complies with ISO 9626:2016. |
| Sterility & Shelf-life: | |
| Sterilization (ISO 11737-1/2, ISO 11137-1/2/3) | SAL = 10⁻⁶ (sterilized by gamma radiation), meets standards. |
| Packaging (ISO 11607-1:2019) | Complies with ISO 11607-1:2019. |
| Accelerated Aging (ASTM F1980) | Complies, supports 5-year shelf life. |
| Shipping/Performance Testing (ASTM D4169-16) | Complies with ASTM D4169-16. |
| Sterility Test (USP <71>) | Complies with USP <71>. |
| Biocompatibility: | |
| Biological evaluation (ISO 10993-1, 10993-5, 10993-10, 10993-11) | No cytotoxicity, no irritation, no skin sensitization, no acute systemic toxicity, no thermogenic reaction. Meets standards. |
| Bacterial Endotoxins (USP <85>) | Complies with USP <85>. |
| Particulate matter (USP <788>) | Complies with USP <788>. |
| Pyrogen tests (USP <161>) | Complies with USP <161>. |
| Functional/Safety Features: | |
| Sharps injury prevention function | Verified (needle back into body automatically, cannot be reused). |
| Exposed needle length/penetration depth | Range 1.2-2.4 mm, within range of predicate (1.0-3.0 mm). |
| Simulated Clinical Use: | |
| Safety and effectiveness in simulated conditions | Demonstrated. |
2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance
- Test Set Description: The document refers to "non-clinical testing results" primarily for physical performance, sterility, shelf-life, and biocompatibility. Additionally, a "simulated clinical use study" was conducted.
- Sample Size for Simulated Clinical Use Study: 500 device samples.
- Data Provenance for Simulated Clinical Use Study: Not explicitly stated, but it's a "simulated clinical use study," implying it wasn't conducted on actual patients. The company is based in China, so it's likely conducted there. It is a prospective study in the sense that the testing was performed on new samples according to a protocol.
- Other Testing Sample Sizes: For other physical, sterility, and biocompatibility tests, specific sample sizes are not provided in this summary, but implied by adherence to the referenced ISO and ASTM standards.
3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and Qualifications of Those Experts
This information is not provided in the document. For a medical device like a safety lancet, "ground truth" (as typically thought of in AI/diagnostic studies) isn't directly applicable in the same way. The "truth" is established by adherence to engineering standards and safety requirements (e.g., "is the needle exposed after drop test?"). The "experts" would be the engineers, quality control personnel, and lab technicians conducting the tests and interpreting results against the objective standards. Their qualifications are not detailed.
4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set
This information is not provided. Given the nature of the tests (physical, sterility, biocompatibility), results are typically objective measurements against a standard, rather than subjective interpretations requiring adjudication.
5. If a Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance
No, an MRMC comparative effectiveness study was not done. This device is a mechanical safety lancet and does not involve AI or "human readers" in the context of interpretation of diagnostic images or data.
6. If a Standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the loop performance) was done
No, a standalone algorithm performance study was not done. This device is a mechanical safety lancet and does not involve an algorithm.
7. The Type of Ground Truth Used
The "ground truth" for this device's performance is established by:
- Adherence to recognized international and national standards: ISO standards (e.g., for needle tubing, sterility, biocompatibility), ASTM standards (e.g., for packaging), and USP standards (e.g., for sterility, endotoxins).
- Manufacturer's internal requirements: For specific features like cap removal force (3-9 N).
- FDA Guidance Documents: Particularly for sharps injury prevention features.
- Objective measurements and observations: Such as force measurements, visual inspections after drop tests, biological test results (e.g., "no cytotoxicity").
Essentially, the ground truth is defined by the fulfillment of these established safety and performance benchmarks.
8. The Sample Size for the Training Set
This information is not applicable and therefore not provided. This device is a physical medical device, not an AI/ML algorithm that requires a "training set."
9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established
This information is not applicable and therefore not provided. As above, there is no "training set" for a physical medical device.
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February 10, 2023
Suzhou Zhenwu Medical Co., Ltd. % Evan Hu Marketing & Technical Manager Shanghai Mind-link Consulting Co., Ltd. 1399 Jiangyue Road, Minhang Shanghai. 201114 China
Re: K223208
Trade/Device Name: Safety Lancet Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4850 Regulation Name: Blood Lancets Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FMK Dated: January 19, 2023 Received: January 19, 2023
Dear Evan Hu:
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.
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
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Sincerely,
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for Long Chen, PhD Assistant Director DHT4A: Division of General 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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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
Device Name Safety Lancet
Indications for Use (Describe)
The safety lancet is intended for capillary blood sampling.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
_ | Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
X Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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K223208 510(K) SUMMARY
1. Preparation date: 1/27/2023
2. Submitter
Manufacturer: Suzhou Zhenwu Medical Co., Ltd. Address: No.248, Chijiawan Road, Beishe Town, Fenhu Development Area, Wujiang District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA Contact person: Kai Xu, General Manager, Tel: +86051263230688, zhenwu999xk@163.com Submission correspondent: Evan Hu, 86-18616124827, Evan.hu@mind-link.net
3. Device
Trading name: Safety Lancet Common name: Safety Lancet Classification Name: Single Use Only Blood Lancet With an Integral Sharps Injury Prevention Feature Classification: Class II Product code: FMK
4. Predicate device
Predicate device: Tianjin Huahong Safety Lancet– K220370
5. Device description
The safety lancet consists of needle core, protective cap, plug, trigger, spring, outer case and end cap. The sterile part of the safety lancet is the needle tip. The sterile barrier is the needle sleeve and sterilized to a SAL of 10° by radiation sterilization. It is intended for single use only. The shelf-life of the product is 5 years.
The safety lancet is intended for capillary blood sampling. The device was designed to minimize the risk from accidental needle sticks with a used needle by application of a sharp injury prevention feature. The needle tip back into the safety lancet body automatically after launch and cannot be reused. The safety lancet can be disposed safely.
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Figure 1. Schematic diagram of the working principle
| No. | Gauge | Needle Diameter(mm) | Exposed Needle Length(mm) | Color | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODMIN | ODMAX | Length | Tolerance | |||
| 1 | 30G | 0.298 | 0.320 | 1.2 | $\pm$ 0.3 | peacock blue |
| 2 | 30G | 0.298 | 0.320 | 1.6 | $\pm$ 0.3 | peacock blue |
| 3 | 30G | 0.298 | 0.320 | 1.8 | $\pm$ 0.3 | peacock blue |
| 4 | 28G | 0.349 | 0.370 | 1.8 | $\pm$ 0.3 | purple |
| 5 | 26G | 0.440 | 0.470 | 1.8 | $\pm$ 0.3 | yellow |
| 6 | 23G | 0.600 | 0.673 | 1.8 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Orange |
| 7 | 23G | 0.600 | 0.673 | 2.2 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Orange |
| 8 | 23G | 0.600 | 0.673 | 2.4 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Orange |
| 9 | 21G | 0.800 | 0.830 | 1.8 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Blue |
| 10 | 21G | 0.800 | 0.830 | 2.0 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Blue |
| 11 | 21G | 0.800 | 0.830 | 2.2 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Blue |
| 12 | 21G | 0.800 | 0.830 | 2.4 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Blue |
| 13 | 21G Blade | 0.800 | 0.830 | 2.0 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Bottle green |
| 14 | 21G Blade | 0.800 | 0.830 | 2.2 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Bottle green |
| 15 | 21G Blade | 0.800 | 0.830 | 2.4 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Bottle green |
| 16 | 18G | 1.200 | 1.300 | 2.0 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Rose |
| 17 | 18G | 1.200 | 1.300 | 2.2 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Rose |
| 18 | 18G | 1.200 | 1.300 | 2.4 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Rose |
| 19 | 18G Blade | 1.200 | 1.300 | 2.0 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Light green |
| 20 | 18G Blade | 1.200 | 1.300 | 2.2 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Light green |
| 21 | 18G Blade | 1.200 | 1.300 | 2.4 | $\pm$ 0.3 | Light green |
Table 1. Device models
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6. Indications for use/Intended use
The safety lancet is intended for capillary blood sampling.
7. Comparison of technological characters between proposed and predicate devices
| Characters | Proposed device(K223208-Safety Lancet) | Predicate device(K220370-Safety Lancet) | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product code | FMK | FMK | Same |
| Regulation No. | 21 CFR 878.4850 | 21 CFR 878.4850 | Same |
| Classification | Class II | Class II | Same |
| Indications for use | The safety lancet is intendedfor capillary blood sampling. | The safety lancet is intendedfor capillary blood sampling. | Same |
| Intendedpopulation | Adults and pediatrics. If useris under the age of 18, thesafety lancet must be used byan adult or under thesupervision of an adult. | Adults and pediatrics. | Same |
| Type of use | over-the-counter | over-the-counter | Same |
| Configuration andmaterials | Needle core: PENeedle: SUS304Outer case, End case, Tigger:ABSPlug: TPESpring: SWC | Needle core: PE, PP, CalciumpowderNeedle: stainless steel,silicone oilHousing, Button, Bottom,Protective cap, Small lid,Depth adjuster ring: ABS,PS | Similar#1 |
| Needle Gauge | Normal: 30G, 28G, 26G, 23G,21G, 18GBlade: 21G, 18G | Normal: 30G, 28G, 26G,23G, 21G | Similar#2 |
| Sterilization andSAL | Sterilized by gammaradiationSAL = $10^{-6}$ | Sterilized by gammaradiationSAL = $10^{-6}$ | Same |
| Single-use | Single use on one patient, nomore than one use | Single use on one patient,no more than one use | Same |
| Sharp injuryprotectionfunction | The puncture function canbe only used after the capwas pulled off | The puncture function canbe only used after the capwas twisted off | Similar#3 |
| Safety feature | Lancet retracts into body of device after activation.The force to activate the safety feature: round 8.8NTest access to the sharp: the needle shall not touch the sphere. | Lancet retracts into body of device after activation.The force to activate the safety feature: 4-15NTest access to the sharp: the needle shall not touch the sphere. | Same |
| Exposed needlelength/penetrationdepth (max) | 1.2~2.4 mm30G: 1.2, 1.6, 1.8 mm28G: 1.8 mm26G: 1.8 mm23G: 1.8, 2.2, 2.4 mm21G: 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.4 mm21G(Blade): 2.0, 2.2, 2.4 mm18G: 2.0, 2.2, 2.4 mm18G(Blade): 2.0, 2.2, 2.4 mm | 1.0~3.0 mm30G: 1.0, 1.6 mm28G: 1.8 mm26G: 1.8 mm23G: 1.8 mm21G: 2.2, 2.8, 3.0mm | Similar#4 |
| Cap removal | Pull offForce: 3~9N | Twist offForce: Not revealed | Different#5 |
| Shelf-life | 5 years | 5 years | Same |
| Biocompatibility | No cytotoxicityNo irritationNo skin sensitizationNo acute systemic toxicityNo pyrogens | No cytotoxicityNo irritationNo skin sensitizationNo acute systemic toxicityNo thermogenic reaction | Same |
Table 2. Characters comparison
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Similar #1
The safety lancet typically comprises three components, housing, needle, and spring. The component of the housing is mainly plastic. The component of the needle is stainless steel, and the spring consists of steel. Although the proposed and predicate devices use different materials, the types of components are unchanged. Besides, the performance testing reports, and biocompatibility testing reports show all the testing items meet requirements. This difference on materials has a minimal impact on the performance of the products.
In conclusion, the proposed device and predicate device are substantially equivalent.
Similar #2
The proposed device has six types of gauges, more than the predicate device, like 30G normal needle and 21G blade needle. Meanwhile, the proposed device has a new type-blade beveled needle tip. The differences between the blade and regular beveled tip are the beveled angle
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and beveled face number; the blade beveled tip has a smaller bevel angle than the regular one, but more beveled faces. The needle length of the proposed device is included in the length range of the predicate device. The performance testing (e.g., needle removal force, puncture force testing) results demonstrated that the proposed device can be used safely and effectively.
In conclusion, the proposed device and predicate device are substantially equivalent.
Similar #3
The different methods to remove the protective cap will not affect sharps injury protection. The related report has verified the sharps injury protection function of the device. The needle tip is molded in plastic housing to ensure sterility. The different ways of activating the safety lancet do not influence the performance.
In conclusion, the proposed device and predicate device are substantially equivalent.
Similar #4
The exposed needle length/depth falls within the range of the Predicate device. The performance testing report verifies the proposed device's sharps injury protection function.
In conclusion, the proposed device and predicate device are substantially equivalent.
Different #5
The cap removal type is different. Unlike the predicate device twisting off the cap, the proposed device pulls off the cap. The cap removal force testing demonstrates the proposed device meets the internal requirements 3°9N; these requirements are similar to other cleared lancets.
In conclusion, the proposed device and predicate device are substantially equivalent.
8. Non-clinical testing results
(1) Physical performance testing
The proposed device's physical performance was tested to evaluate the overall nonclinical performance. Results demonstrated the device's safety and effectiveness by the following main items.
- । Cap removal force testing.
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Cap removal force testing was conducted in compliance with the manufacturer's internal requirements 3~9 N to ensure that end users could easily remove the cap without getting hurt.
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-Needle removal force/Firmness
Needle removal force testing was conducted in compliance with the requirements of ISO 7864:2016 to ensure the needle's firmness by bonding with the hub. -
-Drop testing.
Drop testing was conducted in compliance with the requirements of IEC 60068-2-32:1993, that the needle tip would not be exposed when it was dropped from a table with a fixed height. -
-Puncture force testing.
Puncture force testing was conducted in compliance with the requirements of ISO 7864:2016. The force was as low as possible to ensure the needle easily punctured the patients' skin. -
-Safety Feature testing.
The safety features were verified in compliance with the requirements of ISO 23908:2011 and Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff Medical Devices with Sharps Injury Prevention Features Document Issued on: August 9,2005, to ensure end users' safe use.
Other physical performance testing was conducted in compliance with the following standards.
- (a) ISO 9626:2016 Stainless Steel Needle Tubing for the Manufacture of Medical Device.
- (b) ISO 7864:2016 Sterile hypodermic needles for single use requirements and test methods
(2) Sterility and Shelf-life
- (a) ISO 11737-1:2018, Sterilization of health care products Microbiological methods Part 1: Determination of a population of microorganisms on products.
- (b) ISO 11737-2:2019, Sterilization of health care products Microbiological methods Part 2: Tests of sterility performed in the definition, validation and maintenance of a sterilization process.
- (c) ISO 11137-1:2006, Radiation of medical devices part 1: Requirements for the development, validation and routine control of the sterilization process of medical devices.
- (d) ISO 11137-2:2013, Radiation sterilization of medical devices part 2: Determination of sterilization dose.
- (e) ISO11137-3: 2017, Radiation sterilization of medical devices part 3: Dosage guidelines.
- (f) ISO 11607-1:2019, Packaging for terminally sterilized medical devices Part 1: Requirements for materials, sterile barrier systems and packaging systems
- (g) ASTM F1980: Standard for Accelerated Aging of Sterile Barrier Systems and Medical Devices
- (h) ASTM D4169-16, Standard Practice For Performance Testing Of Shipping Containers And
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Systems
- (i) USP <71> Sterility Test
(3) Biocompatibility testing
- (a) ISO10993-1:2018, Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process.
- (b) ISO 10993-5:2009, Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity.
- (c) ISO 10993-10:2010, Biological evaluation on medical device Part 10: Test for irritation and Skin Sensitization.
- (d) ISO 10993-11:2017, Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 11: Tests for systemic toxicity.
- (e) USP <85> Bacterial Endotoxins Test
- (f) USP <788>Particulate matter in injection
- (g) USP <161>Medical Devices-Bacterial endotoxin and pyrogen tests
(4) Simulated clinical use testing
A simulated clinical use study was conducted on 500 device samples in compliance with the Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff Medical Devices with Sharps Injury Prevention Features Document Issued on: August 9, 2005. Results demonstrated the device's effectiveness and safety in a simulated clinical condition.
9. Clinical testing
No clinical testing is available for this device.
10. Conclusion
The differences between the predicate and the proposed device do not raise any new or different questions of safety or effectiveness. The proposed device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device with respect to indications for use and technological characteristics.
§ 878.4850 Blood lancets.
(a)
Single use only blood lancet with an integral sharps injury prevention feature —(1)Identification. A disposable blood lancet intended for a single use that is comprised of a single use blade attached to a solid, non-reusable base (including an integral sharps injury prevention feature) that is used to puncture the skin to obtain a drop of blood for diagnostic purposes. The integral sharps injury prevention feature allows the device to be used once and then renders it inoperable and incapable of further use.(2)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special controls are:(i) The design characteristics of the device must ensure that the structure and material composition are consistent with the intended use and must include a sharps injury prevention feature.
(ii) Mechanical performance testing must demonstrate that the device will withstand forces encountered during use and that the integral sharps injury prevention feature will irreversibly disable the device after one use.
(iii) The device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(iv) Sterility testing must demonstrate the sterility of any device component that breaches the skin (
e.g., blade).(v) Labeling must include:
(A) Detailed descriptions, with illustrations, of the proper use of the device and its sharps injury prevention feature.
(B) Handwashing instructions for the user before and after use of the device.
(C) Instructions on preparation (
e.g., cleaning, disinfection) of the skin to be pierced.(D) Instructions for the safe disposal of the device.
(E) Labeling must be appropriate for the intended use environment.
(
1 ) For those devices intended for health care settings, labeling must address the health care facility use of these devices, including how these lancets are to be used with personal protective equipment, such as gloves.(
2 ) For those devices intended for use in the home, labeling must be written so that it is understandable to lay users.(vi) Labeling must also include the following statements, prominently placed:
(A) “For use only on a single patient. Discard the entire device after use.”
(B) “Warning: Not intended for more than one use. Do not use on more than one patient. Improper use of blood lancets can increase the risk of inadvertent transmission of bloodborne pathogens, particularly in settings where multiple patients are tested.”
(b)
Single use only blood lancet without an integral sharps injury prevention feature —(1)Identification. A disposable blood lancet intended for a single use that is comprised of a single use blade attached to a solid, non-reusable base that is used to puncture the skin to obtain a drop of blood for diagnostic purposes.(2)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special controls are:(i) The design characteristics of the device must ensure that the structure and material composition are consistent with the intended use and address the risk of sharp object injuries and bloodborne pathogen transmissions.
(ii) Mechanical performance testing must demonstrate that the device will withstand forces encountered during use.
(iii) The device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(iv) Sterility testing must demonstrate the sterility of any device component that breaches the skin (
e.g., blade).(v) Labeling must include:
(A) Detailed descriptions, with illustrations, of the proper use of the device.
(B) Handwashing instructions for the user before and after use of the device.
(C) Instructions on preparation (
e.g., cleaning, disinfection) of the skin to be pierced.(D) Instructions for the safe disposal of the device.
(E) Labeling must be appropriate for the intended use environment.
(
1 ) For those devices intended for health care settings, labeling must address the health care facility use of these devices, including how these lancets are to be used with personal protective equipment, such as gloves.(
2 ) For those devices intended for use in the home, labeling must be written so that it is understandable to lay users.(vi) Labeling must also include the following statements, prominently placed:
(A) “For use only on a single patient. Discard the entire device after use.”
(B) “Warning: Not intended for more than one use. Do not use on more than one patient. Improper use of blood lancets can increase the risk of inadvertent transmission of bloodborne pathogens, particularly in settings where multiple patients are tested.”
(c)
Multiple use blood lancet for single patient use only —(1)Identification. A multiple use capable blood lancet intended for use on a single patient that is comprised of a single use blade attached to a solid, reusable base that is used to puncture the skin to obtain a drop of blood for diagnostic purposes.(2)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special controls are:(i) The design characteristics of the device must ensure that:
(A) The lancet blade can be changed with every use, either manually or by triggering a blade storage unit to discard the used blade and reload an unused blade into the reusable base; and
(B) The structure and material composition are consistent with the intended use and address the risk of sharp object injuries and bloodborne pathogen transmissions and allow for validated cleaning and disinfection.
(ii) Mechanical performance testing must demonstrate that the device will withstand forces encountered during use.
(iii) The device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(iv) Sterility testing must demonstrate the sterility of any device component that breaches the skin (
e.g., blade).(v) Validation testing must demonstrate that the cleaning and disinfection instructions are adequate to ensure that the reusable lancet base can be cleaned and low level disinfected.
(vi) Labeling must include:
(A) Detailed descriptions, with illustrations, of the proper use of the device.
(B) The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registered disinfectant's contact time for disinfectant use.
(C) Handwashing instructions for the user before and after use of the device.
(D) Instructions on preparation (
e.g., cleaning, disinfection) of the skin to be pierced.(E) Instructions on the cleaning and disinfection of the device.
(F) Instructions for the safe disposal of the device.
(G) Instructions for use must address the safe storage of the reusable blood lancet base between uses to minimize contamination or damage and the safe storage and disposal of the refill lancet blades.
(H) Labeling must be appropriate for the intended use environment.
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1 ) For those devices intended for health care settings, labeling must address the health care facility use of these devices, including how these lancets are to be used with personal protective equipment, such as gloves.(
2 ) For those devices intended for use in the home, labeling must be written so that it is understandable to lay users.(vii) Labeling must also include the following statements, prominently placed:
(A) “For use only on a single patient. Disinfect reusable components according to manufacturer's instructions between each use.”
(B) “Used lancet blades must be safely discarded after a single use.”
(C) “Warning: Do not use on more than one patient. Improper use of blood lancets can increase the risk of inadvertent transmission of bloodborne pathogens, particularly in settings where multiple patients are tested. The cleaning and disinfection instructions for this device are intended only to reduce the risk of local use site infection; they cannot render this device safe for use for more than one patient.”
(d)
Multiple use blood lancet for multiple patient use —(1)Identification. A multiple use capable blood lancet intended for use on multiple patients that is comprised of a single use blade attached to a solid, reusable base that is used to puncture the skin to obtain a drop of blood for diagnostic purposes.(2)
Classification. Class III (premarket approval).(3)
Date PMA or notice of completion of a PDP is required: A PMA or a notice of completion of a PDP is required to be filed with the Food and Drug Administration on or before May 22, 2024, for any multiple use blood lancet for multiple patient use described in paragraph (d)(1) of this section that was in commercial distribution before May 28, 1976, or that has, on or before May 22, 2024, been found to be substantially equivalent to a multiple use blood lancet for multiple patient use described in paragraph (d)(1) of this section that was in commercial distribution before May 28, 1976. Any other multiple use blood lancet for multiple patient use shall have an approved PMA or a declared completed PDP in effect before being placed in commercial distribution.