K Number
K981581
Device Name
IRON
Date Cleared
1998-06-08

(35 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
862.1410
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The Iron assay is used for the quantitation of iron in human serum. Iron (non-heme) measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases such as iron deficiency anemia, hemochromatosis (a disease associated with widespread deposit in the tissues of two iron-containing pigments, hemosiderin and hemofuscin, and characterized by pigmentation of the skin), and chronic renal disease.
Device Description
Iron is an in vitro diagnostic assay for the quantitative determination of iron in human serum. The Iron assay is a clinical chemistry assay which utilizes an acidic media to release ferric iron from the transferrin. The ferric iron is converted to the ferrous form by the action of hydroxylamine hydrochloride. The released ferrous iron reacts with FERENE® to produce a colored Iron-FERENE complex. The absorbance of the Iron-FERENE complex is measured at 600 nm and is proportional to the concentration of iron present in the sample. Thiourea and detergent are added to reduce copper interference and turbidity, respectively.
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The device description details a chemical reaction and spectrophotometric measurement, with no mention of AI or ML. The performance studies focus on standard analytical chemistry metrics.

No.
The device is an in vitro diagnostic assay used for the quantitative determination of iron in human serum to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases; it does not directly treat or prevent a disease.

Yes
The "Intended Use / Indications for Use" section explicitly states that the Iron assay is "used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases such as iron deficiency anemia, hemochromatosis... and chronic renal disease." This indicates its purpose is to aid in diagnosing conditions.

No

The device description clearly states it is an "in vitro diagnostic assay" and describes a chemical reaction involving reagents and measurement of absorbance, indicating it is a physical test kit or system, not software only.

Yes, this device is an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The "Intended Use / Indications for Use" section explicitly states that the assay is used for the "quantitation of iron in human serum" and that these measurements are used in the "diagnosis and treatment of diseases." This directly aligns with the definition of an in vitro diagnostic device, which is used to examine specimens from the human body to provide information for diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of disease.
  • Device Description: The "Device Description" further clarifies that it is an "in vitro diagnostic assay for the quantitative determination of iron in human serum."
  • Performance Studies: The "Summary of Performance Studies" describes comparative studies and precision studies, which are typical evaluations for IVD devices to demonstrate their performance characteristics.
  • Predicate Device: The mention of a "Predicate Device(s)" with a K number (K854298) indicates that this device is being compared to a previously cleared IVD device, a common practice in the regulatory pathway for IVDs.

All these elements strongly indicate that this device is intended for in vitro diagnostic use.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Iron assay is used for the quantitation of iron in human serum. Iron (non-heme) measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases such as iron deficiency anemia, hemochromatosis (a disease associated with widespread deposit in the tissues of two iron-containing pigments, hemosiderin and hemofuscin, and characterized by pigmentation of the skin), and chronic renal disease.

Product codes

CFM

Device Description

Iron is an in vitro diagnostic assay for the quantitative determination of iron in human serum. The Iron assay is a clinical chemistry assay which utilizes an acidic media to release ferric iron from the transferrin. The ferric iron is converted to the ferrous form by the action of hydroxylamine hydrochloride. The released ferrous iron reacts with FERENE® to produce a colored Iron-FERENE complex. The absorbance of the Iron-FERENE complex is measured at 600 nm and is proportional to the concentration of iron present in the sample. Thiourea and detergent are added to reduce copper interference and turbidity, respectively.

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Anatomical Site

human serum

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Summary of Performance Studies

Comparative performance studies were conducted using the AEROSET™ System. The Iron assay method comparison yielded acceptable correlation with the Boehringer Mannheim Iron assay on the Hitachi 717 Analyzer. The correlation coefficient = 0.9938, slope = 0.973, and Y-intercept = - 2.592 ug/dL. Precision studies were conducted using the Iron assay. Within-run, between-run, and between-day studies were performed using two levels of control material. The total %CV for Level 1/Panel 101 is 0.7% and Level 2/Panel 102 is 1.7%. The Iron assay is linear up to 1778.5 ug/dL. The limit of quantitation (sensitivity) of the Iron assay is 3.8 ug/dL. These data demonstrate that the performance of the Iron assay is substantially equivalent to the performance of the Boehringer Mannheim Iron assay on the Hitachi 717 Analyzer.

Key Metrics

Correlation coefficient = 0.9938, slope = 0.973, Y-intercept = - 2.592 ug/dL. Total %CV for Level 1/Panel 101 is 0.7% and Level 2/Panel 102 is 1.7%. The Iron assay is linear up to 1778.5 ug/dL. The limit of quantitation (sensitivity) of the Iron assay is 3.8 ug/dL.

Predicate Device(s)

K854298

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 862.1410 Iron (non-heme) test system.

(a)
Identification. An iron (non-heme) test system is a device intended to measure iron (non-heme) in serum and plasma. Iron (non-heme) measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases such as iron deficiency anemia, hemochromatosis (a disease associated with widespread deposit in the tissues of two iron-containing pigments, hemosiderin and hemofuscin, and characterized by pigmentation of the skin), and chronic renal disease.(b)
Classification. Class I (general controls). The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 862.9.

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K981581

510(k) Summary

Submitter's Name/Address Abbott Laboratories 1920 Hurd Drive Irving, Texas 75038

Contact Person Mark Littlefield Section Manager MS 1-8 Regulatory Affairs (972) 518-6062 Fax (972) 753-3367

Date of Preparation of this Summary:May 1, 1998
Device Trade or Proprietary Name:Iron
Device Common/Usual Name or Classification Name:Iron
Classification Number/Class:75CFM/Class I

This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92.

The assigned 510(k) number is:

Test Description:

Iron is an in vitro diagnostic assay for the quantitative determination of iron in human serum. The Iron assay is a clinical chemistry assay which utilizes an acidic media to release ferric iron from the transferrin. The ferric iron is converted to the ferrous form by the action of hydroxylamine hydrochloride. The released ferrous iron reacts with FERENE® to produce a colored Iron-FERENE complex. The absorbance of the Iron-FERENE complex is measured at 600 nm and is proportional to the concentration of iron present in the sample. Thiourea and detergent are added to reduce copper interference and turbidity, respectively.

Substantial Equivalence:

The Iron assay is substantially equivalent to the Boehringer Mannheim® Iron assay on the Hitachi® 717 Analyzer (K854298).

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Both assay yield similar Performance Characteristics.

Similarities:

  • Both assays are in vitro clinical chemistry methods. .
  • Both assays can be used for the quantitative determination of iron. .
  • Both assays vield similar clinical results. .

Differences:

  • There is a difference between the assay range. .

Intended Use:

The Iron assay is used for the quantitation of iron in human serum.

Performance Characteristics:

Comparative performance studies were conducted using the AEROSET™ System. The Iron assay method comparison yielded acceptable correlation with the Boehringer Mannheim Iron assay on the Hitachi 717 Analyzer. The correlation coefficient = 0.9938, slope = 0.973, and Y-intercept = - 2.592 ug/dL. Precision studies were conducted using the Iron assay. Within-run, between-run, and between-day studies were performed using two levels of control material. The total %CV for Level 1/Panel 101 is 0.7% and Level 2/Panel 102 is 1.7%. The Iron assay is linear up to 1778.5 ug/dL. The limit of quantitation (sensitivity) of the Iron assay is 3.8 ug/dL. These data demonstrate that the performance of the Iron assay is substantially equivalent to the performance of the Boehringer Mannheim Iron assay on the Hitachi 717 Analyzer.

Conclusion:

The Iron assay is substantially equivalent to the Boehringer Mannheim Iron assay on the Hitachi 717 Analyzer as demonstrated by results obtained in the studies.

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Food and Drug Administration 2098 Gaither Road Rockville MD 20850

JUN - 8 1998

Mark Littlefield Section Manager, Regulatory Affairs Abbott Laboratories 1920 Hurd Drive Irving, Texas 75038

Re : K981581 IRON I Regulatory Class: Product Code: CFM Dated: May 1, 1998 Received: May 4, 1998

Dear Mr. Littlefield:

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 The general controls provisions of the Act 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 Requlations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic QS inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory In addition, FDA may publish further announcements action. Please note: concerning your device in the Federal Register. this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.

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Under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA-88), this device may require a CLIA complexity categorization. To determine if it does, you should contact the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) at (770) 488-7655.

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 leqally 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) 594-4588. 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,
Steven Gutman

Steven I. Gutman, M.D., M.B.A. Director Division of Clinical Laboratory Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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510(k) Number (if known): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Iron Device Name:

Indications For Use:

The Iron assay is used for the quantitation of iron in human serum. Iron (non-heme) measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases such as iron deficiency anemia, hemochromatosis (a disease associated with widespread deposit in the tissues of two iron-containing pigments, hemosiderin and hemofuscin, and characterized by pigmentation of the skin), and chronic renal disease.

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510(k) Number. k 981381

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) Over-The-Counter Use OR Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)

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