The Clintek Status Urine Chemistry Analyzer is a portable, easy to use instrument which reads Bayer reagent test strips for urinalysis (Multistix brand reagent strips), for testing in the clinical laboratory. The automated analyzer is intended for the measurement of the following analytes: glucose, bilirubin, ketone, specific cavity, occult blood, pH, protein, uribilinogen, nitrite leukocytes, albumin and creatinine.
Device Story
Portable urine chemistry analyzer; reads Bayer Multistix reagent test strips; performs semi-quantitative assays for 12 analytes. Input: reagent test strip; processing: automated optical reading of strip color changes; output: semi-quantitative results displayed on screen in one minute; hardcopy printout available. Used in clinical laboratory settings; operated by laboratory personnel. Features internal printer, serial interface, and battery/AC power. Performs automated self-test and calibration using internal white plastic calibration bar before each test. Provides rapid, standardized urinalysis results to assist clinicians in patient diagnosis and monitoring.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided; substantial equivalence established via bench testing and comparison of technological characteristics to predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
Reflectance photometer; six LEDs, light guide, mirror, lens, detector. Dimensions: 10.7" x 6.7" x 6.2"; weight 3.65 lbs. Power: 100-240V AC or battery. Interface: Bidirectional RS232 serial port. Calibration: Dark current and white reflectance strip. Software: Embedded firmware for signal processing and user interface.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use in clinical laboratories for the semi-quantitative measurement of glucose, bilirubin, ketone, specific gravity, occult blood, pH, protein, urobilinogen, nitrite, leukocytes, albumin, and creatinine in urine using Bayer Multistix reagent strips.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An automated urinalysis system is a device intended to measure certain of the physical properties and chemical constituents of urine by procedures that duplicate manual urinalysis systems. This device is used in conjunction with certain materials to measure a variety of urinary analytes.
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510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION
DECISION SUMMARY
DEVICE AND INSTRUMENT TEMPLATE
A. 510(k) Number:
K031947
B. Analyte:
Urinary Creatinine, Glucose and Blood
C. Type of Test:
Semi-quantitative
D. Applicant:
BAYER HEALTHCARE, LLC
E. Proprietary and Established Names:
BAYER CLINITEK STATUS ANALYZER
F. Regulatory Information:
1. Regulation section:
21CFR §862.1225 -Creatinine test system.
21CFR §862.1340 -Urinary glucose (nonquantitative) test system.
21 CFR §864.6550-Occult blood test.
21CFR §862.2900 -Automated urinalysis system.
Class I exempt (not reviewed):
21 CFR §862.1785-Urinary urobilinogen (nonquantitative) test system.
21 CFR §862.1550-Urinary pH (nonquantitative) test system.
21 CFR §862.1435-Ketones (nonquantitative) test system.
21 CFR §862.1645-Urinary protein or albumin (nonquantitative) test system
21 CFR §862.1115-Urinary bilirubin and its conjugates (nonquantitative) test system.
21 CFR §862.1095-Ascorbic acid test system.
21 CFR §862.1510-Nitrite (nonquantitative) test system.
25 CFR §864.9320-Copper sulfate solution for specific gravity determinations.
21 CFR §864.7675-Leukocyte peroxidase test.
2. Classification:
II and I reserved
3. Product Code:
JFY, JIL, JIP, KQO
4. Panel:
Chemistry (75), Hematology (81)
G. Intended Use:
1. Indication(s) for use:
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The Clintek Status Urine Chemistry Analyzer is a portable, easy to use instrument which reads Bayer reagent test strips for urinalysis (Multistix brand reagent strips), for testing in the clinical laboratory.
The automated analyzer is intended for the measurement of the following analytes: glucose, bilirubin, ketone, specific cavity, occult blood, pH, protein, uribilinogen, nitrite leukocytes, albumin and creatinine.
2. Special condition for use statement(s):
Not Applicable
3. Special instrument Requirements:
BAYER CLINITEK STATUS ANALYZER
## H. Device Description
The Clintek Status Urine Chemistry Analyzer is a portable easy to use instrument which reads Bayer urine reagent test strips (Mutistix) for testing in the clinical laboratory.
The analyzer is a reflectance photometer consisting of six light emitting diodes, a light guide, a mirror, a lens and a detector. Light for the LEDs travels along the guide and is reflected off the calibration bar, strip or cassette onto the mirror. It is then directed through an aperture plate onto the lens, from where it is focused onto the detector. The light intensity detected is converted into electrical impulses, which are processed and converted into results.
When carrying out analysis on a reagent strip the test table positions the strip test pads onto the "read area". The light reflected at specific wavelengths from the test pad is dependent upon the degree of color change in the pad and is directly related to the concentration of the particular constituent in the urine.
The Clintek Status reports semi-quantitatively assays for 12 urine analytes [albumin, bilirubin, blood (occult), creatinine, glucose, ketone, leukocyte, nitrite, pH, protein, specific gravity, and urobilinogen]. Reagent strip results are automatically displayed on the screen in one minute. A printed hardcopy can also be created either from the results screen or recalled from memory.
The analyzer features a display, internal printer, a serial computer interface and either electrical outlet or battery operation. Communication between the operator and the analyzer is made through the display using the user interface touch screen on the front surface of the instrument.
The instrument performs a "self-test" and calibration each time turned on. Each time a test is run the analyzer re-calibrates using a white plastic calibration bar located at the back of the test strip table.
## I. Substantial Equivalence Information:
1. Predicate device name(s):
CLINITEK 50 URINE CHEMISTRY ANALYZER
2. Predicate K number(s):
K960546
3. Comparison with predicate:
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| Similarities | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate |
| Calculated parameters | Alb/Creat Ratio
Prot/Creat Ratio | Same |
| | | |
| Differences | | |
| Item | Device | Predicate |
| Measured parameters | albumin, bilirubin, blood (occult), creatinine, glucose, ketone, leukocyte, nitrite, pH, protein, specific gravity, and urobilinogen | Same except Urine Color |
| Entered Parameter | Urine Color and Clarity, Patient and Operator ID | Not Applicable |
| Calibration Method | Dark current, White reflectance strip | Dark current, White reflectance pad |
| Print out | Fixed Head Printer – Roll or Label Stock | Moving head printer – Roll |
| Interface ports | Bidirectional RS232 serial port with standard cable for hooking up to the computer | Bidirectional RS232 serial port with customized RJ11 cable for hooking up to the computer |
| Power | Input 100-240V ± 20% and 45-65 Hz, output + 9V | Input 100-240V ± 20% and 50-60 Hz, 0.5-0.3A output + 9V, 2.78A |
| Dimensions | Depth 10.7 in
Width 6.7 in
Height 6.2 in | Depth 9.2 in
Width 6.0 in
Height 6.1 in |
| Weight | 3.65 lbs | 2.8 lbs |
J. Standard/Guidance Document Referenced (if applicable):
None used
K. Test Principle:
Previously cleared under Multistix urine test strips, see: K905396, K960546, K992257
Creatinine: Based on enzymatic reactions resulting in color ranges from orange through green to blue.
Glucose: Based on enzymatic reactions resulting in color ranges from green to brown.
Blood: Based on the peroxidase-like activity of hemoglobin resulting color ranges from orange through green.
L. Performance Characteristics (if/when applicable):
1. Analytical performance:
a. Precision/Reproducibility:
Evaluations of the Clinitek Status® System were conducted at six clinical laboratories (See main report for site details). Each site had four CLINITEK Status analyzers. At each of the six sites, Multistix
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PRO® 10LS Reagent Strips (lot 2K04P, expiration date 2004 / 04) were used to assay Bayer control solutions and clinical urine specimens.
The MAS (multiple analyte solutions) and Chek-Stix® positive control (CHKP) were tested in each run. The number of runs at each site varied according to the number of specimen they were able to run each day and their site assigned analyte distributions. All contrived MAS control solutions were kept frozen until used [three (3) day use life after thawing]. The CHKP solution was prepared fresh daily. All controls were run in duplicate.
| Analyte Ranges | CHEK-STIX | Correct/Total | MAS | Correct/Total |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | POSITIVE | % agreement | MAS6 | % agreement |
| Creatinine | Negative (10 mg/dl) | 250/252
99.21% | 50 mg/dL | 148/252
58.73% |
| Glucose | 100 - 250 mg/dL | 249/252
98.81% | Negative | 249/252
98.81% |
| Blood (occult) | Moderate - Large | 249/252
98.81% | Negative | 246/252
97.62% |
b. Linearity/assay reportable range:
Previously Cleared
c. Traceability (controls, calibrators, or method):
Previously Cleared
d. Detection limit:
Previously Cleared
e. Analytical specificity:
Previously Cleared
f. Assay cut-off:
Previously Cleared
2. Comparison studies:
a. Method comparison with predicate device:
Creatinine – Performance of the Clinitek Status system creatinine in comparison to visually read reagent strips- the overall percent agreement within ± one level, was 96.5 (2490 of 2580). Visual reads ranged from 173 -10 mg/dl, 502 - 50 mg/dl, 894 - 100 mg/dl, 895 - 200 mg/dl, 116 -300 mg/dl.
Glucose – Performance of the Clinitek Status system glucose in comparison to visually read reagent strips- the overall percent agreement within ± one level, was 99.7 (2889 of 2899). Visual reads ranged from 2162 - neg., 182 - ±, 157 - 1+, 160 - 2+, 162 - 3+ and 76 - 4+.
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**Blood** – Performance of the Clinitek Status occult blood system in comparison to visually read reagent strips- the overall percent agreement within ± one level, was 99.7 (2890 of 2899). Visual reads ranged from 2001 – neg., 139 trace intact, 219 trace lysed, 202 small, 48 moderate intact, 105 moderate, 185 large.
b. **Matrix comparison:**
Not Applicable
3. **Clinical studies:**
a. *Clinical sensitivity:*
Not Applicable
b. *Clinical specificity:*
Not Applicable
c. *Other clinical supportive data (when a and b are not applicable):*
Performance of the Cllinitek Status with all urinalysis strip dry reagents, measured by comparing the results obtained by Point of Care (POC) users to the results obtained by laboratory professionals was acceptable, with greater than 98% of the comparative urinalysis reagent pad results within ± one reading level.
4. **Clinical cut-off:**
Previously Cleared
5. **Expected values/Reference range:**
Previously Cleared
**M. Instrument Name:**
CLINITEK 50 URINE CHEMISTRY ANALYZER
**N. System Descriptions:**
1. **Modes of Operation:**
Single sample application
2. **Software:**
FDA has reviewed applicant’s Hazard Analysis and software development processes for this line of product types:
Yes ☐ X ☑ or No ☐
3. **Sample Identification:**
Alpha-Numeric Keyboard
4. **Specimen Sampling and Handling:**
Test Strip, Test Cassette
5. **Assay Types:**
Urinalysis strips and immunoassay cassettes (K032563)
6. **Reaction Types:**
End – point colorimetric reflectance photometry
7. **Calibration:**
Dark current, White reflectance strip
8. **Quality Control:**
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Periodic Positive and Negative control recommendation per laboratory requirements. No automated QC processing or record keeping.
O. Other Supportive Instrument Performance Characteristics Data Not Covered In The "L. Performance Characteristics" Section Of The SE Determination Decision Summary.
P. Conclusion:
The information and data provided by BAYER HEALTHCARE, LLC supports a Substantial Equivalence (SE) determination to other AUTOMATED URINALYSIS SYSTEM regulated under 21 CFR §862.2900 - Automated urinalysis system. for the determination of Urinary Creatinine, Glucose and Blood regulated under 21CFR §862.1225, §862.1340 and §864.6550 respectively.
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.