(33 days)
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The summary describes a laser device with a specific wavelength and does not mention any AI/ML components, image processing, or data sets typically associated with AI/ML in medical devices.
No
The device is described as a laser system for the removal of tattoos and pigmented lesions, which is a treatment modality rather than a device for diagnosis or monitoring.
No
The Intended Use states "Removal of dark and light ink tattoos and the removal of pigmented lesions," which describes a therapeutic function, not a diagnostic one.
No
The device description explicitly states it is a "flashlamp Q-switched solid state laser," which is a hardware device.
Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- Intended Use: The intended use is the "Removal of dark and light ink tattoos and the removal of pigmented lesions." This is a therapeutic or cosmetic procedure performed directly on the patient's body.
- Device Description: The device is a laser system that produces a specific wavelength of light. This is a physical device used for treatment, not for analyzing biological samples.
- Lack of IVD Characteristics: The description does not mention any of the typical characteristics of an IVD, such as:
- Analyzing biological samples (blood, urine, tissue, etc.)
- Providing diagnostic information about a disease or condition
- Using reagents or assays
IVDs are devices used to examine specimens derived from the human body to provide information for diagnostic, monitoring, or compatibility purposes. The Alex Ta2 Eraser does not fit this description.
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Intended Use / Indications for Use
Light and dark ink tattoo removal and pigmented lesions removal
Product codes
GEX
Device Description
The Alex Ta2 Eraser is a flashlamp Q-switched solid state laser producing a broadband wavelength of 755 ±25nm.
Mentions image processing
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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML
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Input Imaging Modality
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Anatomical Site
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Indicated Patient Age Range
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Intended User / Care Setting
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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)
Nonclinical Performance Data: None provided at this time.
Clinical Performance Data: None provided at this time.
Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)
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Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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§ 878.4810 Laser surgical instrument for use in general and plastic surgery and in dermatology.
(a)
Identification. (1) A carbon dioxide laser for use in general surgery and in dermatology is a laser device intended to cut, destroy, or remove tissue by light energy emitted by carbon dioxide.(2) An argon laser for use in dermatology is a laser device intended to destroy or coagulate tissue by light energy emitted by argon.
(b)
Classification. (1) Class II.(2) Class I for special laser gas mixtures used as a lasing medium for this class of lasers. The devices subject to this paragraph (b)(2) are exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter, subject to the limitations in § 878.9.
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510(k) Summary
FEB | 7 |998
| Submitter: | Light Age, Inc.
2 Riverview Drive
Somerset, New Jersey 08873 |
|-------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Contact: | Rick Frost
Dir. of Sales |
| Date Summary Prepared: | January 13, 1998 |
| Device Trade Name: | Alex Ta2 Eraser |
| Common Name: | Medical laser system |
| Classification Name: | Instrument, surgical, powered, laser
79-GEX
21 CFR 878.48 |
| Equivalent Device: | Medlite/755 Alexandrite Laser System, Continuum Biomedical
(K935631 and K961006). |
| Device Description: | The Alex Ta2 Eraser is a flashlamp Q-switched solid state laser
producing a broadband wavelength of 755 ±25nm. |
| Intended Use: | Light and dark ink tattoo removal and pigmented lesions removal |
| Comparison: | The Alex Ta2 Eraser is equivalent to the Medlite/755 Alexandrite Laser
System (Continuum Biomedical) |
| Nonclinical Performance Data: | None provided at this time. |
| Clinical Performance Data: | None provided at this time. |
| Conclusion: | The Alex Ta2 Eraser is equivalent to the Medlite/755 Alexandrite Laser
System (Continuum Biomedical) |
| Additional Information: | None requested at this time. |
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Mr. Rick Frost Director of Sales Light Age, Incorporated Two Riverview Drive Somerset. New Jersey 08873
FEB 1 7 1998
Re: K980131 Trade Name: Alex Ta2 Eraser Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GEX Dated: January 13, 1998 Received: January 15, 1998
Dear Mr. Frost:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). 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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to-895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the world current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements , as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (OS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (OS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for
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devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4595. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".
Sincerely yours.
Sincerely yours,
Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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K980/31
510(k) Number (if known):
Alex Ta2 Eraser
pending
Indications for Use:
.. .
Device Name:
Removal of dark and light ink tattoos and the removal of pigmented lesions.
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| Concurrence of ODRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) | |
|---|---|
| (Division Sign Off) | |
| Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices | |
| 510(k) Number | K980131 |
| Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109) | X |
| OR | |
| Over-the-Counter Use | |
| (Optional Format 1-2-96) |