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No
The description focuses on the analytical method (HPLC) and automation, with no mention of AI or ML.
No
The device is described as being for "in vitro diagnostic use only" and measures Hemoglobin A1c, which is a diagnostic indicator, not a therapeutic agent.
Yes
The Intended Use section clearly states that the device is "intended for the determination of hemoglobin A1c in human whole blood" and is "For in vitro diagnostic use only." The description further explains how the measurement of Hemoglobin A1c is indicative of mean blood glucose, which is a key diagnostic marker for conditions like diabetes.
No
The device description explicitly states it is an "analytical system of instrument and reagent kit" and describes a chromatographic separation process, indicating it includes hardware components beyond just software.
Yes, this device is an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- Explicit Statement: The "Intended Use / Indications for Use" section clearly states: "For in vitro diagnostic use only."
- Intended Use: The device is intended for the "determination of hemoglobin A1c in human whole blood." This is a test performed on a biological sample (whole blood) outside of the body to provide information about a person's health status (hemoglobin A1c levels are used to monitor blood glucose control in individuals with diabetes).
- Device Description: The description details a process of analyzing a biological sample (whole blood) using a laboratory technique (ion-exchange high performance liquid chromatography).
These points align with the definition of an In Vitro Diagnostic device, which is used to examine specimens derived from the human body to provide information for diagnostic, monitoring, or screening purposes.
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Intended Use / Indications for Use
The VARIANT™ II Hemoglobin A1c Program is intended for the determination of hemoglobin A1c in human whole blood using ion-exchange high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).
The VARIANT™ II Hemoglobin A1c Program is intended for use only with the Bio-Rad VARIANT™ II Hemoglobin Testing System.
For in vitro diagnostic use only.
Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)
LCP
Device Description
The VARIANT™ II Hemoglobin A1c Program is based on chromatographic separation of HbA1c on a cation exchange cartridge. The analytical system of instrument and reagent kit provides a means of measuring Hemoglobin A1c, formed by the non-enzymatic attachment of circulating blood glucose to the N terminal valine of the B-chain of the hemoglobin molecule (HbA0). Attachment of glucose to hemoglobin is achieved in a two step process. The first step is the formation of an unstable aldimine (Schiff base, labile, or pre-A1c), a reversible reaction between the carbonyl group of glucose and the N terminal valine of the ß-chain of hemoglobin. The amount of Schiff base formed is directly proportional to the blood glucose concentration. The second step is the much slower and irreversible conversion of the Schiff base intermediate to the stable "ketoamine" product (Hemoglobin A1c). The percentage of Hemoglobin A1c in whole blood is dependent on the level of sustained blood glucose and indicative of mean blood glucose over the lifetime of red blood cells (~ 120 days).
The VARIANT™ II HbA1c Program has added front end automation and Clinical Data Management Software capabilities. The front end automation allows sampling from primary sample tubes. The predicate used a hemolysis reagent during sample preparation to remove Schiff base. The VARIANT™ II HbA1c Program separates Schiff base from HbA1c in the analysis step.
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)
The performance of the VARIANT™ II HbA1c Program was evaluated for precision, measuring range, and accuracy. The precision studies were done using a modified protocol based on the NCCLS Evaluation protocol, Vol. 12, No 4, EP5-T2. Using this protocol, precision of the system was determined using a low, medium, and high patient whole blood sample. The Within-run %CV for the low was 1.51%, for the medium 1.93%, and for the high patient 1.04%. The Between run %CV for the low was 2.40%, for the medium 2.01%, and for the high patient 0.92%. Total precision was 4.10% for the low, 3.36% for the medium, and 2.00% for the high patient. The VARIANT™ II HbA1c Program meets the precision requirements of the National Glycohemoglobin Standardization Program (NGSP).
A correlation study, to determine accuracy of the VARIANT™ II HbA1c Program, was done against the VARIANT™ HbA1c Program. The study followed NCCLS Document EP9-T. The "r2" for the correlation was 0.9885.
Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)
Within-run %CV: low = 1.51%, medium = 1.93%, high = 1.04%
Between run %CV: low = 2.40%, medium = 2.01%, high = 0.92%
Total precision: low = 4.10%, medium = 3.36%, high = 2.00%
Correlation "r2": 0.9885
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.
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.
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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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§ 864.7470 Glycosylated hemoglobin assay.
(a)
Identification. A glycosylated hemoglobin assay is a device used to measure the glycosylated hemoglobins (A1a , A1b , and A1c ) in a patient's blood by a column chromatographic procedure. Measurement of glycosylated hemoglobin is used to assess the level of control of a patient's diabetes and to determine the proper insulin dosage for a patient. Elevated levels of glycosylated hemoglobin indicate uncontrolled diabetes in a patient.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).
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DEC 1 7 1998
510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
Submitter:
Hercules, California 94547 Phone: 1-510-741-6188 1-510-741-6471 FAX:
Juliet Carrara Regulatory Affairs/Quality Assurance Manager
Date of Summary Preparation:
Device Name:
Contact Person:
Classification Name:
Predicate Device:
Statement of Intended Use:
November 23, 1998
Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.
4000 Alfred Nobel Drive
VARIANT™ II HbA1c Program
Assay, Glycosylated Hemoglobin, 81 LCP
VARIANT™ HbA1c Program K926469 Bio-Rad Laboratories Hercules, CA 94547
The VARIANT™ II Hemoglobin AJc Program is intended for the determination of hemoglobin A1c in human whole blood using ion-exchange high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).
The VARIANT™ II Hemoglobin A1c Program is intended for use only with the Bio-Rad VARIANT™ II Hemoglobin Testing System.
For in vitro diagnostic use only.
Description of Device
The VARIANT™ II Hemoglobin A1c Program is based on chromatographic separation of HbAr on a cation exchange cartridge. The analytical system of instrument and reagent kit provides a means of measuring Hemoglobin A1c, formed by the non-enzymatic attachment of circulating blood glucose to the N terminal valine of the B-chain of the hemoglobin molecule (HbAo). Attachment of glucose to hemoglobin is achieved in a two
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step process. The first step is the formation of an unstable aldimine (Schiff base, labile, or pre-A1c), a reversible reaction between the carbonyl group of glucose and the N terminal valine of the ß-chain of hemoglobin. The amount of Schiff base formed is directly proportional to the blood glucose concentration. The second step is the much slower and irreversible conversion of the Schiff base intermediate to the stable "ketoamine" product (Hemoglobin Alc). The percentage of Hemoglobin A1c in whole blood is dependent on the level of sustained blood glucose and indicative of mean blood glucose over the lifetime of red blood cells (~ 120 days).
Testing To Establish Substantial Equivalence
To establish substantial equivalence to an existing device, and thus establish the safety and effectiveness, the VARIANT™ II HbAlc Program has been compared to the VARIANT™ HbA1c Program (K926469). A review of the intended use of each system shows them to be the same, in that, they both measure Hemoglobin A1c in a sample of whole blood using cation exchange high performance liquid chromatography.
Technical Characteristics Compared to Predicate
| VARIANT™ II HbA1c | VARIANT™ HbA1c | |
|---|---|---|
| Separation Mechanism | Cation exchange | |
| chromatography | Cation exchange | |
| chromatography | ||
| Sample Preparation | Direct dilution of whole | |
| blood in aqueous medium | Direct dilution of whole | |
| blood in aqueous medium | ||
| Measurement Type | Quantitative area percent | Quantitative area percent |
| Use of Controls | Two levels of control per | |
| run | Two levels of control per | |
| run | ||
| Visible Detection | ||
| Wavelength | 415nm / 690nm | 415nm / 690nm |
Both systems have the same technical characteristic as presented in the table below:
The VARIANT™ II HbA1c Program has added front end automation and Clinical Data Management Software capabilities. The front end automation allows sampling from primary sample tubes. The predicate used a hemolysis reagent during sample preparation to remove Schiff base. The VARIANT™ II HbA1c Program separates Schiff base from HbAlc in the analysis step.
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The performance of the VARIANT™ II HbA Ic Program was evaluated for precision, measuring range, and accuracy. The precision studies were done using a modified protocol based on the NCCLS Evaluation protocol, Vol. 12, No 4, EP5-T2. Using this protocol, precision of the system was determined using a low, medium, and high patient whole blood sample. The Within-run %CV for the low was 1.51%, for the medium 1.93%, and for the high patient 1.04%. The Between run %CV for the low was 2.40%, for the medium 2.01%, and for the high patient 0.92%. Total precision was 4.10% for the low, 3.36% for the medium, and 2.00% for the high patient. The VARIANT™ II HbA1c Program meets the precision requirements of the National Glycohemoglobin Standardization Program (NGSP).
A correlation study, to determine accuracy of the VARIANT™ II HbA1c Program, was done against the VARIANT™ HbA1c Program. The study followed NCCLS Document EP9-T. The "r2" for the correlation was 0.9885.
When considering the similarities of the intended use, general characteristics of the two assays, the use of the same technology and the excellent correlation between the two methods, it can be concluded that the VARIANT™ II HbA1c Program and the VARIANT™ HbA 1c Program are substantially equivalent. Based on the establishment of substantial equivalence, the safety and effectiveness of the VARIANT™ II HbA1c Program is confirmed.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
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DEC 17 1998
Ms. Juliet Carrara Manager, Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance Bio-Rad Laboratories, Diagnostic Group 4000 Alfred Nobel Drive Hercules, California 94547-1803
Re : K984268 Trade Name: VARIANT II HbAlc Program Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LCP Dated: November 23, 1998 November 30, 1998 Received:
Dear Ms. Carrara:
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 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). 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 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 Druq 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 Reqister. 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 devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.
Food and Drug Administration 2098 Gaither Road Rockville MD 20850
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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) 594-4588. 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/dsma/dsmamain.html".
Sincerely yours,
Steven Putman
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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Statement of Indications for Use
510(k) Number:
Device Name:
Indications for Use:
Bio-Rad VARIANT™II Hemoglobin A16 Program
The VARIANT™ II Hemoglobin A1c Program is intended for the determination of hemoglobin Ate in human whole blood using ion-exchange high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).
The VARIANT™ II Hemoglobin A16 Program is intended for use only with the Bio-Rad VARIANT™ II Hemoglobin Testing System.
For in vitro diagnostic use only.
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Division of Clinical Laboratory Devides
510(k) Number. K984268
(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDHR, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Prescriptive Use
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)
OR Over-The-Counter Use