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Device Name

CDS LTX CONTROL LATEX PARTICLE SUSPENSION AND PRIMER

Manufacturer

CLINICAL DIAGNOSTIC SOLUTIONS, INC.

Date Cleared

1999-12-20

(74 days)

Product Code

KRX KRY KRZ KSA

Regulation Number

864.8150

Intended Use

CDS LTX-Control Latex Particle Suspension is intended to serve as a calibration standard for the d.c. impedance, r.f. impedance and optical light scatter parameters of the VCS module of Coulter® Models STKS, MAXM and Gen.S Hematology Analyzer systems. Models STKS and MAXM analyzers equipped with 5-part differential capability only require aspiration of the CDS LTX-Control Latex Particle Suspension through the secondary mode aspiration inlet with the analyzer set to function F5S. STKS and Gen. S analyzers equipped with 5-part differential and reticulocyte capability require aspiration of the CDS LTX-Control Latex Particle Suspension through the secondary mode aspiration inlet with the analyzer set to function F57.

Device Description

The CDS LTX-Control for red cell, white cell, and platelet counting is a device that resembles red cells, white cells, and platelets, and is used to validate the electronic calibration of the volume, conductivity and light scatter parameters on Coulter® MAXM®, STKS® and GEN.S® instruments intended to count red cells, whire cells, and platelets. It is a suspension of uniform particles whose shape, size, and concentration and other characteristics have been precisely and accurately determined. CDS LTX-Control is supplied as ready-to-use latex particles in a buffered suspension fluid. The particles pass through the flow cell producing characteristic electrical signals that are measured as volume, conductivity and light scatter for quality monitoring of the previously mentioned COULTER instruments. Matrix base - aqueous, buffered, bacteriostatic and fungistatic medium containing a surfactant. Constituents - alkali metal salts, detergents, antimicrobial materials and polymer beads of known size.

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The document describes a calibration standard for hematology analyzers. The technology involves precisely sized particles and standard electrical and optical measurements. There is no mention of AI or ML in the intended use, device description, or performance studies. The analysis relies on statistical calculations of measured parameters, not AI/ML algorithms.

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The device is a calibration standard and control material used to validate the electronic calibration of laboratory instruments that count blood cells. It is not used to treat or diagnose patients.

Diagnostic

No
Explanation: This device is a calibration standard used to validate the electronic calibration of hematology analyzers. It does not diagnose any medical conditions or analyze patient samples for diagnostic purposes.

SaMD (Software as a Medical Device)

The device is a physical suspension of latex particles in a buffered fluid, intended for calibrating hematology analyzers. It is not software.

IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)

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

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Intended Use: The intended use explicitly states that the device is "intended to serve as a calibration standard for the d.c. impedance, r.f. impedance and optical light scatter parameters of the VCS module of Coulter® Models STKS, MAXM and Gen.S Hematology Analyzer systems." These hematology analyzers are used to perform tests on blood samples (in vitro) to diagnose or monitor medical conditions. A calibration standard is a critical component in ensuring the accuracy of these diagnostic tests.
Device Description: The description states that the device "is used to validate the electronic calibration of the volume, conductivity and light scatter parameters on Coulter® MAXM®, STKS® and GEN.S® instruments intended to count red cells, whire cells, and platelets." This further reinforces its role in the calibration and validation of instruments used for in vitro diagnostic testing of blood components.
Performance Studies: The performance studies describe how the device is used to calibrate and validate the hematology analyzers, comparing its performance to other commercial controls and even an NIST-traceable standard. This type of testing is typical for IVD devices or components used in IVD systems to demonstrate their suitability for their intended purpose in a diagnostic workflow.

While the device itself is a particle suspension and not a test that directly analyzes a patient sample, its function as a calibration standard for instruments that perform in vitro diagnostic tests makes it an integral part of the IVD system. Therefore, it falls under the definition of an IVD device.

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N/A

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KSA, KRX, KRY, KRZ

Device Description

Common Names: Latex Calibrator, Latron® Calibrator Class: II Classification Panel: Hematology (81) KRY Calibrator for Platelet Counting Product Codes: KSA Calibrator for Red-Cell and White-Cell Counting KRX Calibrator for Cell Indices

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For In Vitro Diagnostic Use.

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NOTE: This product will not perform properly if stored at temperatures above 30°C. Best results are obtained when the product is stored at 2 - 8°C (34 - 46°F).
The protocol used for stability testing includes accelerated testing at 37°C and 50°C, and real-time at ambient room temperature. Stability testing was performed at ambient room temperature, 37°C and 50°C using pilot production material that was packaged in final primary packaging for both CDS LTX-Control. This material was compared with fresh material and other commercial controls (Latron and Latron Primer, Beckman Coulter Inc.) using a calibrated Coulter® Model STKS analyzer system at daily, weekly or monthly intervals, depending on the storage temperature. The product stability-dating interval is revised upward each month, upon successful completion of the usting. Acceptance criteria indicates calibration result must be within +3% of the previous value from the same lot of material.
A well-calibrated Coulter Model STKS analyzer is purged with LTX-Primer for not less than two "start up" cycles, in order to prime all fluid pathways. The LTX-Primer serves to coat all of the internal fluid surfaces, particularly plastic ones, to prevent the LTX particles from sticking inside the analyzer. The LTX-Control is aspirated and analyzed repetitively for 31 cycles, and all data is recorded. The first cycle is discarded, and the mean result is calculated for the remaining 30 replicates: (n2 + n3 + ... ns1 ) + 30 = mean value. An alternative "running" method for assay is used for some lots. The above procedure is followed, except that the LTX-Control is analyzed once or more per day until 31 assay cycles have been reached. The mean result is calculated as above. The analyzer system is validated by repetitive analysis of a competitive material (Latron and Latron Primer, Beckman Coulter Inc.).
A Coulter Model STKS analyzer is calibrated using a standard C. commercial calibration material and validated by assaying at least three levels of commercial control materials for three cycles each. The three values from each level are averaged and the mean value is compared to the reference value assigned by the manufacturer. A deviation of +3% is the accepted range for results. The LTX-Primer is then used to prepare the system fluid pathways by at least two "start up" cycles, then the CDS LTX-Control material is aspirated and analyzed at least 31 times, and the replicate data is recorded. The first set of values is discarded and the remaining 30 values are statistically calculated as a normal distribution. A t-test of the mean is also performed to evaluate the distribution of results. Experience with the CDS LTX-Control has revealed that the Light Scatter parameter requires three to five days of aging in the final solution to reach a stable value. Assay values for a given lot number of CDS LTX-Control are therefore assigned five days after manufacture and packaging (indicated by the vertical blue line on Charts 1 and 2.)
There is no standard reference material specifically evaluated for assignment of flowcell calibration values for the Coulter Model STKS analyzer system. Repetitive analysis of commercial competitive material from the instrument system's manufacturer is statistically compared to repetitive analysis of CDS LTX-Control as an indication of calibration parallelism with the manufacturer's intended system performance.
Performance of the CDS LTX-Control is compared staristically with e. performance of an NIST-traceable primary particle standard made from the same chemical material and suspended in the same LTX-Primer solution. The NIST-traceable primary standard is assayed by the Coulter Model STKS 11 times, the first value is discarded and the remaining 10 values are used to calculate a mean value for each of the calibrareable channels. CDS LTX-Control assay is then compared to the primary standard. No correction is made for the stated difference in particle sizes, since both particle assays lie within the precision range stated for each particle.
The assigned values for the CDS LTX-Control are compared to results obtained from normal human blood specimens; values assigned should be within +10% of the mean average of the normal sample results.
The methodology effectively transfers the known size of the NIST ar traceable latex standard to the secondary CDS LTX-Control. This standard is then used to assure the proper positioning of the laser for the normally accepted detection of cellular elements found in human blood cells.
Data tables for two lot numbers of CDS LTX-Control, both prepared from a single lot number of polymer particles, but resuspended and diluted in different batches of LTX-Primer solution are presented as Tables I. and II.
The analysis of the NIST-traceable primary particle standard is shown in Table 100.
These lot numbers were analyzed reperitively over a period of about ninety (90) 3. days, and both show stability over the period from Day 3 through the end of the data tables. Occasional small deviations appear in the data and are correlated to problems with the instrument system. Recalibration to the Beckman Coulter Latron® Control standard corrected the values in every case.
The Light Scatter value (S) is the parameter that is most sensitive to changes in 4. the analyzer system, so it is used to monitor changes in the CDS LTX-Control marerial. Chart 1 shows the value trend for the Light Scatter parameter for trial lot 503. The upper and lower limit lines represent + 3% of the mean assay value and are the acceptable upper and lower limits of usage in the analyzer system. Chart 2 shows the same results for trial lot 504. NOTE: The out-of-range point circled in red on both charts has been traced to an instrument malfunction. After servicing, the analyzer again produced values consistent with previous Light Scatter results. The Volume and Conductivity results were unaffected.

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Regulation Number and Section

§ 864.8150 Calibrator for cell indices.

(a)
Identification. A calibrator for cell indices is a device that approximates whole blood or certain blood cells and that is used to set an instrument intended to measure mean cell volume (MCV), mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH), and mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (MCHC), or other cell indices. It is a suspension of particles or cells whose size, shape, concentration, and other characteristics have been precisely and accurately determined.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 864.9.

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Abbreviated $10(k) CDS LTX-Control

Device Description 1.

Common Names: Latex Calibrator, Latron® Calibrator Class: II Classification Panel: Hematology (81)

DEC 2 0 1994

KRY Calibrator for Platelet Counting Product Codes: KSA Calibrator for Red-Cell and White-Cell Counting KRX Calibrator for Cell Indices

Regulation Numbers:

21 CFR 864.8150 21 CFR 864.8162 21 CFR 864.8175 21 CFR 864.8185

II. Indication for Use Statement

Hematology (81) The CDS LTX-Control for red cell, white cell, and platelet counting is a device that resembles red cells, white cells, and platelets, and is used to validate the electronic calibration of the volume, conductivity and light scatter parameters on Coulter® MAXM®, STKS® and GEN.S® instruments intended to count red cells, whire cells, and platelets. It is a suspension of uniform particles whose shape, size, and concentration and other characteristics have been precisely and accurately determined.

III. Labeling

Samples of proposed labeling for CDS LTX-Primer and CDS LTX-Control are attached.

IV. Summary Report

NOTE: This product will not perform properly if stored at temperatures above 30°C. Best results are obtained when the product is stored at 2 - 8°C (34 - 46°F).
ਕ-The protocol used for stability testing includes accelerated testing at 37°C and 50°C, and real-time at ambient room temperature. Stability testing was performed at ambient room temperature, 37°C and 50°C using pilot production material that was packaged in final primary packaging for both CDS LTX-Control. This material was compared with fresh material and other commercial controls (Latron and Latron Primer, Beckman Coulter Inc.) using a calibrated Coulter® Model STKS analyzer system at daily, weekly or monthly intervals, depending on the

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storage temperature. The product stability-dating interval is revised upward each month, upon successful completion of the usting. Acceptance criteria indicates calibration result must be within +3% of the previous value from the same lot of material.

b. A well-calibrated Coulter Model STKS analyzer is purged with LTX-Primer for not less than two "start up" cycles, in order to prime all fluid pathways. The LTX-Primer serves to coat all of the internal fluid surfaces, particularly plastic ones, to prevent the LTX particles from sticking inside the analyzer. The LTX-Control is aspirated and analyzed repetitively for 31 cycles, and all data is recorded. The first cycle is discarded, and the mean result is calculated for the remaining 30 replicates:

(n2 + n3 + ... ns1 ) + 30 = mean value

An alternative "running" method for assay is used for some lots. The above procedure is followed, except that the LTX-Control is analyzed once or more per day until 31 assay cycles have been reached. The mean result is calculated as above.

The analyzer system is validated by repetitive analysis of a competitive material (Latron and Latron Primer, Beckman Coulter Inc.).

A Coulter Model STKS analyzer is calibrated using a standard C. commercial calibration material and validated by assaying at least three levels of commercial control materials for three cycles each. The three values from each level are averaged and the mean value is compared to the reference value assigned by the manufacturer. A deviation of +3% is the accepted range for results. The LTX-Primer is then used to prepare the system fluid pathways by at least two "start up" cycles, then the CDS LTX-Control material is aspirated and analyzed at least 31 times, and the replicate data is recorded. The first set of values is discarded and the remaining 30 values are statistically calculated as a normal distribution. A t-test of the mean is also performed to evaluate the distribution of results.
Experience with the CDS LTX-Control has revealed that the Light Scatter parameter requires three to five days of aging in the final solution to reach a stable value. Assay values for a given lot number of CDS LTX-Control are therefore assigned five days after manufacture and packaging (indicated by the vertical blue line on Charts 1 and 2.)
ਹੋਂ. There is no standard reference material specifically evaluated for assignment of flowcell calibration values for the Coulter Model STKS

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analyzer system. Repetitive analysis of commercial competitive material from the instrument system's manufacturer is statistically compared to repetitive analysis of CDS LTX-Control as an indication of calibration parallelism with the manufacturer's intended system performance.

Performance of the CDS LTX-Control is compared staristically with e. performance of an NIST-traceable primary particle standard made from the same chemical material and suspended in the same LTX-Primer solution. The NIST-traceable primary standard is assayed by the Coulter Model STKS 11 times, the first value is discarded and the remaining 10 values are used to calculate a mean value for each of the calibrareable channels. CDS LTX-Control assay is then compared to the primary standard. No correction is made for the stated difference in particle sizes, since both particle assays lie within the precision range stated for each particle.
f. The assigned values for the CDS LTX-Control are compared to results obtained from normal human blood specimens; values assigned should be within +10% of the mean average of the normal sample results.
The methodology effectively transfers the known size of the NIST ar traceable latex standard to the secondary CDS LTX-Control. This standard is then used to assure the proper positioning of the laser for the normally accepted detection of cellular elements found in human blood cells.

Data Summary

1. Data tables for two lot numbers of CDS LTX-Control, both prepared from a single lot number of polymer particles, but resuspended and diluted in different batches of LTX-Primer solution are presented as Tables I. and II.
1. The analysis of the NIST-traceable primary particle standard is shown in Table 100.
These lot numbers were analyzed reperitively over a period of about ninety (90) 3. days, and both show stability over the period from Day 3 through the end of the data tables. Occasional small deviations appear in the data and are correlated to problems with the instrument system. Recalibration to the Beckman Coulter Latron® Control standard corrected the values in every case.

Abbreviated 510(k) CDS LTX-Control

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The Light Scatter value (S) is the parameter that is most sensitive to changes in 4. the analyzer system, so it is used to monitor changes in the CDS LTX-Control marerial. Chart 1 shows the value trend for the Light Scatter parameter for trial lot 503. The upper and lower limit lines represent + 3% of the mean assay value and are the acceptable upper and lower limits of usage in the analyzer system. Chart 2 shows the same results for trial lot 504.
NOTE: The out-of-range point circled in red on both charts has been traced to an instrument malfunction. After servicing, the analyzer again produced values consistent with previous Light Scatter results. The Volume and Conductivity results were unaffected.

Checklist and 510(k) References

1. Proprietary and Established Name:
  CDS LTX-Control Latex Particle Suspension

CDS LTX-Primer Priming Solution

Intended Use: 2.
CDS LTX-Control is used to validate the volume, conductivity and light scatter parameters on COULTER® MAXM, STKS and GEN-S instruments. CDS LTX-Primer is used only to prepare the instrument fluid pathways immediately prior to CDS LTX-Control measurements, and plays no role in the recovery of test results.
ਜਾਂ Summary and Explanation:
Accurate differential and reticulocyte measurements on COULTER MAXM. STKS and GEN.S instruments are measured by monitoring the consistent performance of volume, conductivity and light scatter, using a particle of uniform size with appropriate light scattering characteristics. CDS LTX-Control validates the stability of electrical processing and fluidic flow rate systems used to measure volume, conductivity and light scatter channels.
1. Test Principle:
  CDS LTX-Control is supplied as ready-to-use latex particles in a buffered suspension fluid. The particles pass through the flow cell producing characteristic electrical signals that are measured as volume,

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conductivity and light scatter for quality monitoring of the previously mentioned COULTER instruments.

Description of the calibrator material: રું.

Matrix base - aqueous, buffered, bacteriostatic and fungistatic medium containing a surfactant.

Constituents - alkali metal salts, detergents, antimicrobial materials and polymer beads of known size.

Appropriate standardization/Relationship/Traceability: The beads are compared to NIST-calibrated beads of known size, under the conditions of use within the applicable hematology analyzer systems. Dual analyses of NIST-calibrated beads versus CDS LTX-Control are performed for each lot.

Warnings and Precautions: Do not store CDS LTX-Control at temperatures above 30°C. Do not freeze CDS LTX-Control. Keep bottles of CDS LTX-Control tightly capped when not in use.

Appropriate Testing of Human Source Material: Not applicable.

For In Vitro Diagnostic Use.

Assigned Values and Value Assignment Process:

A well-calibrated Coulter Model STKS analyzer is purged with CDS LTX-Primer for not less than two "start up" cycles, in order to prime all fluid pathways. The LTX-Primer serves to coat all of the internal fluid surfaces, particularly plastic ones, to prevent the LTX particles from sticking inside the analyzer. The LTX-Control is aspirated and analyzed repetitively for 31 cycles, and all data is recorded. The first cycle is discarded, and the mean result is calculated for the remaining 30 replicates:

(n2 + n3 + ... n31 ) + 30 = mean value

Standard deviation and percent coefficient of variation are also calculated by standard statistical means. The analyzer system is validated by reperitive analysis of a competitive material (Latron and Latron Primer, Beckman Coulter Inc.).

Storage Instructions and Stability: CDS LTX-Control and CDS LTX-Primer should be stored at 18-30°C (64-86°F). Do not store CDS LTX-Control at temperatures above 30°C. DO NOT FREEZE. Opened

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bottles are guaranteed stable for 30 days after opening, when package directions are followed. Be certain that CDS LTX-Control is at ROOM TEMPERATURE before use. Keep bottles tightly capped when product is not being used.

Indications of Deterioration: Inability to recover CDS LTX-Control values identified in the ranges on the EXPECTED RESULTS chart may indicate product instability or deterioration due to improper storage, handling or contamination. Verify that the product has not exceeded its opened or closed bottle expiration date. If the product has been frozen or exposed to temperatures outside of the recommended temperature range, it may not recover the assigned values. Also, bottles contaminated with debris may exhibit more than one population, resulting in increased Coefficients of Variation, Should problems arise, open another bottle of CDS LTX-Control. If the problem persists, contact your Clinical Diagnostic Solutions representative, our Technical Service Department or our Customer Service Department at 800-453-3328.

Directions for Use: Consult the appropriate COULTER MAXM, STKS and GEN.S Product Manuals for the proper instrument operating instructions.

Perform instrument startup according to the specific COULTER 1. Manual.
Configure the instrument for daily quality control for latex 2. particle analysis according to the appropriate Product Manual.
Prepare instrument sample line with CDS LTX-Primer according 3. to the package insert and the appropriate Product Manual. Verify that the count result is acceptable.
1. Gently mix a room temperature bottle of CDS LTX-Control by inverting five (5) to eight (8) times; ensure there is no foaming.
1. Aspirate CDS LTX-Control and remove bottle when the audible "Been" sound occurs.
ર. If your instrument does not have a self-cleaning sample aspirating probe, wipe the probe with a dry, absorbent, lint-free tissue.
1. Examine the Mean Channel and Coefficient of Variation results for volume, conductivity and light scatter. Compare the results to those of the EXPECTED RESULTS chart. Record and/or plot these values in the instrument log. These functions are performed automatically for you on the STKS, MAXM and GEN.S instruments.

. Limitations: None are reported.

Bibliography/References: No specific references other than instrument Product Manuals.

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Name and Place of Manufacture: Clinical Diagnostic Solutions, Inc. 1660 N. W. 65th Avenue, Suite 2 Plantation, FL 33313 Date of Labeling Revision: July 1999

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DEC 2 0 1999

Food and Drug Administration 2098 Gaither Road Rockville MD 20850

Mr. Colin Aldersley Director of Regulatory Affairs Clinical Diagnostic Solutions, Inc. 1660 NW 65th Avenue, Suite 2 Plantation, Florida 33313

Re: K993375

Trade Name: CDS LTX Control Latex Particle Suspension and Primer™ Regulatory Class: II Product Code: KRX, KRZ, KRY, KSA Dated: October 6, 1999 Received: October 7, 1999

Dear Mr. Aldersley:

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 Regulations, 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 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 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 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/cdrlv/dsma/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

Steven Sutman

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

510(k) Number: K993375

Device Name: CDS LTX-Control Latex Particle Suspension

Indications for Use:

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation

Peter E. Maher

al Laboratory Devices

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