ADVIA Centaur Testosterone II (TSTII), ADVIA Centaur SHBG
K191533 · Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. · CDZ · Aug 28, 2019 · Clinical Chemistry
Device Facts
Record ID
K191533
Device Name
ADVIA Centaur Testosterone II (TSTII), ADVIA Centaur SHBG
Applicant
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
Product Code
CDZ · Clinical Chemistry
Decision Date
Aug 28, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 862.1680
Device Class
Class 1
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone II (TSTII) assay is for in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of total testosterone (bound and unbound) in human serum and plasma using the ADVIA Centaur® XP system. Measurements of testosterone are used in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders involving the male sex hormones (androgens), including primary and secondary hypogonadism, delayed or precocious puberty, impotence in males and, in females, hirsutism (excessive hair) and virilization (masculinization) due to tumors, polycystic ovaries, and adrenogenital syndromes. The ADVIA Centaur® SHBG assay is an in vitro diagnostic immunoassay for the quantitative determination of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) in human serum and plasma using the ADVIA Centaur® XP system. The ADVIA Centaur® SHBG assay is intended for use as an aid in the diagnosis of androgen disorders.
Device Story
ADVIA Centaur Testosterone II (TSTII) and SHBG are in vitro diagnostic immunoassays for use on the ADVIA Centaur XP system. TSTII is a competitive chemiluminescent immunoassay; SHBG is a sandwich chemiluminescent immunoassay. Both assays utilize automated processing of human serum or plasma samples. The TSTII assay uses an acridinium ester-labeled hapten and biotinylated anti-testosterone antibody; the SHBG assay uses acridinium ester-labeled anti-SHBG antibody and biotinylated anti-SHBG antibody with streptavidin-coated paramagnetic particles. The system performs quantitative measurements, which are interpreted by clinicians to diagnose and monitor androgen-related disorders. The device provides objective laboratory data to support clinical decision-making regarding hormonal health. Benefits include standardized, automated, and accurate hormone quantification for patient management.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical trials were performed. Evidence is based on analytical bench testing, including LoB/LoD/LoQ determination (CLSI EP17-A2), precision (CLSI EP5-A3), linearity (CLSI EP06-A), and method comparison (CLSI EP9-A3) against ID-LC-MS/MS and predicate devices. Method comparison showed high correlation (r=0.98-1.00). Reference intervals were established using healthy adult and pediatric populations (n≥120 for primary groups) per CLSI EP28-A3c. Biotin interference testing confirmed no significant bias at 30 ng/mL for TSTII and 300 ng/mL for SHBG.
Technological Characteristics
Chemiluminescent immunoassay; competitive (TSTII) or sandwich (SHBG) format. Reagents include acridinium ester-labeled haptens/antibodies and streptavidin-coated magnetic latex particles. Automated processing on ADVIA Centaur XP system. Traceable to ID-LC-MS/MS (TSTII) and WHO 2nd International Standard 08/226 (SHBG). Measuring ranges: 7-1,500 ng/dL (TSTII); 1.6-180 nmol/L (SHBG).
Indications for Use
Indicated for quantitative determination of total testosterone and SHBG in human serum and plasma to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of androgen disorders, including hypogonadism, delayed/precocious puberty, impotence, hirsutism, and virilization in males and females.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A testosterone test system is a device intended to measure testosterone (a male sex hormone) in serum, plasma, and urine. Measurement of testosterone are used in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders involving the male sex hormones (androgens), including primary and secondary hypogonadism, delayed or precocious puberty, impotence in males and, in females hirsutism (excessive hair) and virilization (masculinization) due to tumors, polycystic ovaries, and adrenogenital syndromes.
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# 510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION DECISION SUMMARY
ASSAY ONLY
## I Background Information:
A 510(k) Number
K191533
B Applicant
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc.
C Proprietary and Established Names
ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone (TSTII), ADVIA Centaur® SHBG
D Regulatory Information
| Product Code(s) | Classification | Regulation Section | Panel |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CDZ | Class I, reserved | 21 CFR 862.1680 - Testosterone Test System | CH - Clinical Chemistry |
## II Submission/Device Overview:
A Purpose for Submission:
Testosterone II (TSTII) - Assay re-standardization to align with Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) HoSt Testosterone Reference Measurement Procedure.
Sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) - Updated reference intervals and biotin interference testing.
B Measurand:
Testosterone and Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG)
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# C Type of Test:
Quantitative, chemiluminescent immunoassays
# Intended Use/Indications for Use:
# A Intended Use(s):
See Indications for Use below.
# B Indication(s) for Use:
The ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone II (TSTII) assay is for in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of total testosterone (bound and unbound) in human serum and plasma using the ADVIA Centaur® XP system. Measurements of testosterone are used in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders involving the male sex hormones (androgens), including primary and secondary hypogonadism, delayed or precocious puberty, impotence in males and, in females, hirsutism (excessive hair) and virilization (masculinization) due to tumors, polycystic ovaries, and adrenogenital syndromes.
The ADVIA Centaur® SHBG assay is an in vitro diagnostic immunoassay for the quantitative determination of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) in human serum and plasma using the ADVIA Centaur® XP system. The ADVIA Centaur® SHBG assay is intended for use as an aid in the diagnosis of androgen disorders.
# C Special Conditions for Use Statement(s):
Rx - For Prescription Use Only
# D Special Instrument Requirements:
ADVIA Centaur XP System
# IV Device/System Characteristics:
# A Device Description:
The ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone II (TSTII) consist of the following reagents:
| ADVIA Centaur TSTII Primary Reagent ReadyPack (included in assay kit) | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Component | Volume | Ingredients |
| ADVIA Centaur TSTII Lite Reagent | 10.0 mL/pack | Acridinium ester-labeled hapten (36 μg/mL) in buffered saline with preservatives |
| ADVIA Centaur TSTII Solid Phase Reagent | 17.0 mL/pack | Streptavidin-coated latex particles (0.33 g/L) in buffered saline with preservatives |
| ADVIA Centaur TSTII Solvent Phase Reagent | 10.0 mL/pack | Streptavidin-coated latex particles (0.33 g/L) in buffered saline with preservatives |
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| ADVIA Centaur TSTII Ancillary Reagent ReadyPack (included in assay kit) | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Component | Volume | Ingredients |
| ADVIA Centaur TSTII Releasing Agent | 10.0 mL/pack | Steroid releasing agent (0.4 μg/mL) and biotinylated sheep monoclonal anti-testosterone antibody (27 μg/L) in buffered saline and preservatives |
The ADVIA Centaur® SHBG consist of the following reagents:
| ADVIA Centaur SHBG Primary Reagent ReadyPack (included in assay kit) | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Component | Volume | Ingredients |
| ADVIA Centaur SHBG Lite Reagent | 3.0 mL/pack | Mouse monoclonal anti-SHBG antibody (~130 ng/mL) labeled with acridinium ester in HEPES-buffered saline with bovine serum albumin, mouse serum, sodium azide (< 0.1%), surfactant, and preservatives |
| ADVIA Centaur SHBG Solid Phase Reagent | 11.0 mL/pack | Streptavidin coupled to latex paramagnetic particles (~150 μg/mL) in HEPES buffered saline with bovine serum albumin, mouse serum, sodium azide (< 0.1%), surfactant, and preservatives |
| ADVIA Centaur SHBG Ancillary Well Reagent | 3.0 mL/pack | Biotinylated monoclonal mouse anti-SHBG antibody (~6 μg/mL) in HEPES buffered saline with bovine serum albumin, mouse serum, sodium azide (< 0.1%), surfactant, and preservatives |
## B Principle of Operation:
ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone (TSTII) assay is a competitive immunoassay using direct chemiluminescent technology. Testosterone in the sample competes with acridinium ester-labeled hapten in the Lite Reagent for binding with the anti-testosterone sheep monoclonal antibody in the ADVIA Centaur TSTII Releasing Agent and streptavidin magnetic latex particles in the Solid Phase Reagent. The ADVIA Centaur TSTII assay uses ADVIA Centaur TSTII Releasing Agent to release bound testosterone from the endogenous binding proteins in the sample.
The ADVIA Centaur® SHBG assay is a sandwich immunoassay that uses three reagent components: Solid Phase, Ancillary Well Reagent, and Lite Reagent. Solid Phase is streptavidin-coupled magnetic latex particles, Ancillary Well Reagent contains biotinylated F(ab)2 monoclonal antibody to SHBG, and Lite Reagent consists of a second F(ab)2 monoclonal antibody to SHBG labeled with acridinium ester (SHBG-AE). The amount of SHBG present in the patient sample is proportional to the amount of relative light units (RLUs) detected by the system. Results are calculated from a master curve adjusted by using high and low calibrators.
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V Substantial Equivalence Information:
A Predicate Device Name(s):
ADVIA Centaur Testosterone II (TSTII), ADVIA Centaur SHBG
B Predicate 510(k) Number(s):
K151986
C Comparison with Predicate(s):
TSTII
| Device & Predicate Device(s): | K191533 | K151986 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Device Trade Name | ADVIA Centaur®
Testosterone II (TSTII) | ADVIA Centaur
Testosterone II (TSTII) |
| General Device Characteristic Similarities | | |
| Intended Use/Indications For Use | For in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of total testosterone (bound and unbound) in serum using the ADVIA Centaur and ADVIA Centaur XP Systems. | Same |
| Methodology | Chemiluminescence | Same |
| Assay Protocol | Competitive immunoassay | Same |
| Traceability/Standardization | ID-LC-MS/MS | Same |
| Specimen Type | Human serum and plasma | Same |
| Sample Volume | 20 μL | Same |
| Measuring Range | 7.0–1500 ng/dL | Same |
| Calibration | 2-point calibration | Same |
| General Device Characteristic Differences | | |
| Reference Interval (ng/dL) | **Adults**
**Males:**
<50 yr: 197.44-669.58
≥50 yr: 187.72-684.19
**Females:**
<50 yr: 8.38-35.01
≥50 yr: <7.00-35.92 | **Adults**
**Males:**
<50 yr: 123.06-813.86
≥50 yr: 86.98-780.10
**Females:**
<50 yr: 9.01-47.94
≥50 yr: <7.00-45.62 |
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| Device & Predicate Device(s): | K191533 | K151986 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| | Pediatrics
Males:
Tanner Stage 1: <7.00-13.06
Tanner Stage 2: <7.00-79.13
Tanner Stage 3: <7.00-499.18
Tanner Stage 4: 79.10-747.17
Tanner Stage 5: 224.83-669.65
Age 2-10: <7.00-10.50
Age 11: <7.00-478.50
Age 12: <7.00-487.97
Age 13: 8.28-549.79
Age 14: 8.91-535.34
Age 15: 65.96-756.50
Age 16-21: 228.16-710.74
Females:
Tanner Stage 1: <7.00-10.06
Tanner Stage 2: <7.00-30.11
Tanner Stage 3: <7.00-30.49
Tanner Stage 4: <7.00-35.19
Tanner Stage 5: 11.80-39.30
Age 2-10: <7.00-11.86
Age 11-15: <7.00-27.57
Age 16-21: 11.78-43.34 | Pediatrics
Males:
Tanner Stage 1: <7.00-47.43
Tanner Stage 2: <7.00-174.45
Tanner Stage 3: 10.54-802.75
Tanner Stage 4: 63.89-736.20
Tanner Stage 5: 55.69-897.40
Age 2-10: <7.00-29.44
Age 11: <7.00-353.00
Age 12: <7.00-562.42
Age 13: 8.19-528.87
Age 14: 20.35-777.38
Age 15: 127.21-849.36
Age 16-21: 113.19-882.10
Females:
Tanner Stage 1: <7.00-89.56
Tanner Stage 2: <7.00-38.29
Tanner Stage 3: <7.00-33.86
Tanner Stage 4: <7.00-38.72
Tanner Stage 5: 10.83-50.08
Age 2-10: <7.00-117.76
Age 11-15: <7.00-38.92
Age 16-21: 15.06-42.41 |
SHBG
| Device & Predicate Device(s): | K191533 | K151986 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Device Trade Name | ADVIA Centaur® SHBG | ADVIA Centaur SHBG |
| General Device Characteristic Similarities | | |
| Intended Use/Indications For Use | For the quantitative determination of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) in human serum and plasma using the ADVIA Centaur XP system. | Same |
| Methodology | Chemiluminescence | Same |
| Assay Protocol | Sandwich immunoassay | Same |
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| Device & Predicate Device(s): | K191533 | K151986 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Traceability/Standardization | WHO 2ndInternational Standard(08/226) | Same |
| Specimen Type | Human serum and plasma | Same |
| Sample Volume | 20 μL | Same |
| Measuring Range | 1.60–180 nmol/L | Same |
| Calibration | 2-point calibration | Same |
| General Device Characteristic Differences | | |
| Reference Interval (nmol/L) | Adults
Males:
<50 yr: 11.54-54.49
≥50 yr: 17.33-71.50
Females:
<50 yr: 17.69-138.26
≥50 yr: 23.65-110.61 | Adults
Males:
<50 yr: 14.55-94.64
≥50 yr: 21.63-113.13
Females:
<50 yr: 10.84->180.00
≥50 yr: 23.15-159.07 |
VI Standards/Guidance Documents Referenced:
- CLSI EP05-A3, 2004 Evaluation of Precision Performance of Quantitative Measurement Procedures; Approved Guideline – Third Edition
- CLSI EP06-A, 2003 Evaluation of the Linearity of Quantitative Measurement Procedures: A Statistical Approach; Approved Guideline – First Edition
- CLSI EP17-A2, 2013; Evaluation of Detection Capability for Clinical Laboratory Measurement Procedures; Approved Guideline – Second Edition
- CLSI EP28-A3c, 2010; Defining, Establishing and Verifying Reference Intervals in the Clinical Laboratory; Approved Guideline – Third Edition
VII Performance Characteristics (if/when applicable):
A Analytical Performance:
1. Precision/Reproducibility:
TSTII: A precision study was performed in accordance with CLSI EP05-A3 guideline. The panel of 9 samples used in the study included 5 human serum pools (Medical Decision Pools MDP), one female human serum sample pool and three controls. Each sample was tested using one reagent lot over 20 days, with 2 runs per testing day and 2 replicates per run. The results of the precision studies are shown below:
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| Sample | N | Mean (ng/dL) | Within-run | | Total | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | SD | %CV | SD | %CV |
| Control 1 | 80 | 257.38 | 9.06 | 3.5 | 14.38 | 5.6 |
| Control 2 | 80 | 636.57 | 45.14 | 7.1 | 53.12 | 8.3 |
| Control 3 | 80 | 1,021.93 | 62.28 | 6.1 | 81.02 | 7.9 |
| MDP 1 | 80 | 20.92 | 1.3 | 6.2 | 1.86 | 8.9 |
| MDP 2 | 80 | 73.57 | 3.54 | 4.8 | 5.24 | 7.1 |
| MDP 3 | 80 | 312.81 | 13.4 | 4.3 | 23.99 | 7.7 |
| MDP 4 | 80 | 776.64 | 42.59 | 5.5 | 58.26 | 7.5 |
| MDP 5 | 80 | 1,123.83 | 59.22 | 5.3 | 109.57 | 9.7 |
| Female Human Serum | 80 | 15.86 | 1.84 | 11.6 | 2.39 | 15.1 |
SHBG: See previous performance in k091867.
## 2. Linearity:
TSTII: A linearity study was performed in accordance with CLSI EP06-A guideline. A dilution series consisting of 9 levels with concentrations ranging from 6.94 to 1,655.90 ng/dL was prepared by mixing high and low pools of testosterone. For each dilution sample, 3 replicate measurements were made using a single reagent lot, on a single instrument, in a single day. The deviation of the results from the expected linear fit was analyzed. The linear regression formula obtained from the analysis of the results was as follows:
$$
y = 1.004x - 0.015
$$
The results from the linearity study support an analytical measuring range from 7 - 1,500 ng/dL.
SHBG: See previous performance in k151986.
## 3. Analytical Specificity/Interference:
TSTII: Refer to the interference studies reported in k091867.
The sponsor conducted additional testing to evaluate biotin interference on the TSTII assay. Up to 1,500 ng/mL biotin was spiked into two concentrations of TSTII, 83 µg/mL and 289 µg/mL. Triplicate measurements were recorded for each sample (including a negative control without biotin) using a single lot of TSTII assay reagent on the ADVIA Centaur XP Instrument. The sponsor defines no significant interference as <10% change in results, and states that no significant interference was observed at biotin concentrations ≤ 30 ng/mL for both concentrations of TSTII tested.
| % Bias for Samples Containing Various Concentration of Biotin | | | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Testosterone Conc. | Biotin Concentration (ng/mL) | | | | | | |
| | 30 | 50 | 100 | 250 | 500 | 1200 | 1500 |
| 83 ng/dL | 4 | 6 | 23 | 84 | 370 | 3981 | 6837 |
| 289 ng/dL | 2 | 7 | 19 | 107 | 441 | >AMR* | >AMR* |
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* Interference could not be calculated because the results of the biotin spiked samples were above the claimed analytical measuring range of the assay.
The labeling includes the following limitation: "Specimens that contain biotin at a concentration of 30 ng/mL demonstrate a less than or equal to 10% change in results. Biotin concentrations greater than this may lead to falsely elevated results for patient samples. The recommended adult daily dietary intake for biotin is 30 µg/day. Over the counter dietary supplements promoted for use in hair, skin and nail health may contain 5-10 mg of biotin. Pharmacokinetic studies in healthy adults have shown that ingesting 5 mg of biotin can result in serum levels as high as 73 ng/mL. In rare cases, subjects are prescribed up to 300 mg of biotin per day for therapeutic applications, resulting in serum biotin levels as high as 1,160 ng/mL."
SHBG: Refer to the interference studies reported in k091867.
The sponsor conducted additional testing to evaluate biotin interference on the SHBG assay. Up to 1,200 ng/mL biotin was spiked into two concentrations of SHBG, 19.6 and 44.1 nmol/L. Triplicate measurements were recorded for each sample (including a negative control without biotin) using a single lot of SHBG assay reagent on the ADVIA Centaur XP Instrument. The sponsor defines no significant interference as <10% change in results, and states that no significant interference was observed at biotin concentrations ≤ 600 ng/mL for both concentrations of SHBG tested.
| % Bias for Samples Containing Various Concentration of Biotin | | | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| SHBG Conc. | Biotin Concentration (ng/mL) | | | | | |
| | 38 | 75 | 150 | 3000 | 600 | 1200 |
| 19.6 nmol/L | -3 | -3 | -9 | -7 | -7 | -25 |
| 44.1 nmol/L | -2 | 1 | -3 | -7 | -9 | -26 |
The labeling includes the following limitation: "Specimens that contain biotin at a concentration of 300 ng/mL demonstrate a less than or equal to 10% change in results. Biotin concentrations greater than this may lead to falsely depressed results for patient samples. Over the counter dietary supplements promoted for use in hair, skin and nail health may contain 5-10 mg of biotin. Pharmacokinetic studies in healthy adults have shown that ingesting 10 mg of biotin can result in serum levels as high as 141 ng/mL. In rare cases, subjects are prescribed up to 300 mg of biotin per day for therapeutic applications, resulting in serum biotin levels as high as 1,160 ng/mL."
4. Assay Reportable Range:
TSTII: 7.00 - 1,500.00 ng/dL
SHBG: 1.6 - 180.0 nmol/L
5. Traceability, Stability, Expected Values (Controls, Calibrators, or Methods):
Traceability:
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TSTII: The ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone II (TSTII) assay is standardized using internal standards made from USP-grade testosterone, which are traceable to isotope dilution-liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (ID-LC-MS/MS). The ID-LC-MS/MS is traceable to the primary testosterone standard National Measurement Institute (NMI) M914.
SHBG: The ADVIA Centaur SHBG assay is traceable to the WHO 2nd International Standard for Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (08/226) from National Institute for Biological Standards and Control (NIBSC).
## Standardization:
The ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone II (TSTII) assay was re-standardized to more closely align with the CDC HoSt Testosterone Reference Measurement Procedure (RMP). The ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone II (TSTII) assay is standardized using internal standards manufactured using USP grade testosterone; the assigned values of these standards correlate to the CDC HoSt Testosterone RMP via method comparison. The assigned value of three of the 10 assay gold standards was modified.
The low and high calibrator specifications remain unchanged. Similar to the predicate TSTII assay (K151986), the re-standardized ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone II (TSTII) assay is still standardized using internal standards made from USP-grade testosterone, which are traceable to ID-LC-MS/MS CDC HoST Testosterone RMP. The ADVIA Centaur TSTII Calibrators included in the assay kit for the re-standardized ADVIA Centaur TSTII assay are the same formulation as the calibrators for the predicate ADVIA Centaur TSTII assay.
## 6. Detection Limit:
TSTII: Limit of blank (LoB) study was performed by testing 5 blank samples of human serum pools using 2 reagent lots over 5 days on a single instrument. Each day, 2 runs were conducted. For each sample, 6 replicate measurements were recorded per run (300 replicates total). LoB was calculated non-parametrically at the 95th percentile for each lot. The LoB for each lot was the result at this rank position. If the rank position was a non-integer, the LoB was determined by interpolation between the bracketing values. The largest LoB for both reagent lots was chosen as the assay's LoB.
Limit of detection (LoD) study was performed by testing 10 low level samples (female human serum pools) using 2 reagent lots over 5 days on a single instrument. Each day, 2 runs were performed and for each sample, 6 replicate measurements were recorded per run (1,200 replicates total). LoD was calculated non-parametrically. The higher LoD of the two lots was the assay's LoD.
Limit of quantitation (LoQ) study was performed using 10 female human sera samples with low levels of analytes and 5 blank male and female human serum pools measured over 5 days using 2 reagent lots on 1 instrument per lot. Each day, 2 runs were performed and for each sample, 6 replicate measurements were recorded. For each reagent lot, the within-laboratory precision (expressed as $\% \mathrm{CV}$) was plotted against the mean concentration for each sample. The sponsor defines LoQ as the analyte concentration corresponding to $20\%$ within-lab CV. The largest LoQ for both reagent lots was chosen as the assay's LoQ.
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Detection Limits Summary for ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone II (TSTII) assay:
| LoB | LoD | LoQ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1.3 ng/dL | 3.57 ng/dL | 4.57 ng/dL |
SHBG: See previous performance in k091867.
7. Assay Cut-Off:
Not applicable.
B Comparison Studies:
1. Method Comparison with Predicate Device:
TSTII: The sponsor conducted a method comparison study to verify that the re-standardization of the assay does not have a significant impact on the performance of the device compared to the previous assay (originally cleared in k151986). The study was designed to compare the performance of the TSTII assay to that of the recognized reference method (CDC HoSt Testosterone Reference Measurement Procedure (RMP) ID-LS-MS/MS). The study evaluated a total of 108 individual male and female adult serum samples spanning the assay range. Of these, 72 samples were individual (non-pooled) human sera from single donors obtained by Siemens, with testosterone concentrations assigned by CDC HoSt Testosterone RMP ID-LS-MS/MS. 30 samples were supplied directly by CDC, and were individual human serum obtained from individual blood bank donors, with testosterone concentrations assigned by CDC HoSt Testosterone RMP ID-LS-MS/MS. Less than 5% of the samples were contrived to cover concentrations at the extreme ends of the measuring range. All samples were run singlicate on one ADVIA Centaur XP system using a single reagent lot over 3 days. The results for ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone (TSTII) versus CDC HoSt Testosterone RMP ID-LS-MS/MS were analyzed using Passing-Bablok regression analysis. The results are summarized below:
| N | 108 |
| --- | --- |
| Slope | 0.97 |
| Intercept | -0.22 |
| R | 0.98 |
| Test Range | 7.27-1,394 ng/dL |
In addition, a method comparison study was performed to evaluate the performance of the re-standardized ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone II (TSTII) assay against the previously cleared assay (k151986). A total of 108 individual male and female adult serum samples spanning the assay range were run on one ADVIA Centaur XP instrument using a single reagent lot. Samples were assayed in singlicate over 3 days. Weighted Deming regression was used for data analysis.
| N | 108 |
| --- | --- |
| Slope | 1.04 |
| Intercept | -4.14 |
| R | 1.00 |
| Test Range | 10.93-1,439.77 ng/dL |
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An additional method comparison study was performed to evaluate the performance of the re-standardized ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone II (TSTII) assay against a commercially available testosterone assay, Dimension Vista LOCI Total Testosterone (k151529). A total of 124 serum samples (79 adults and 45 pediatric subjects) spanning the assay range were run on one ADVIA Centaur XP instrument using a single reagent lot and on one Dimension Vista instrument using one Dimension Vista LOCI TSTT reagent lot. Samples were assayed in singlicate over 3 days. Weighted Deming regression was used for data analysis. The results for all specimens are reported below.
| N | 124 |
| --- | --- |
| Slope | 1.01 |
| Intercept | -3.32 |
| R | 0.99 |
| Test Range | 9.00-984 ng/dL |
SHBG: See previous performance in k151986.
2. Matrix Comparison:
TSTII: Following a technical risk assessment of the assay performance attributes that may be impacted by re-standardization of the current TSTII assay, the sponsor determined that assay re-standardization is not expected to impact the results dependent on specimen matrix. The sponsor indicated study control is equally affected by the re-standardization, therefore, there is no effect on the result and the claim is unaffected, this is supported by the data showing similar performance to the predicate device. FDA found this justification to be acceptable. Therefore, the matrix comparison study data from the ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone (TSTII) assay cleared in k151986 remains applicable.
SHBG: See previous matrix comparison study in k151986.
C Clinical Studies:
1. Clinical Sensitivity:
Not applicable.
2. Clinical Specificity:
Not applicable.
3. Other Clinical Supportive Data (When 1. and 2. Are Not Applicable):
Not applicable.
D Clinical Cut-Off:
Not applicable.
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E Expected Values/Reference Range:
TSTII: A reference interval study was performed for the ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone II (TSTII) assay in accordance with CLSI EP28-A3c guideline. A total of 940 pediatrics and 760 adult samples were collected from apparently healthy individuals. The sample groups tested consisted of:
- 250 adult males under 50 years of age
- 135 adult males ages ≥ 50 years old
- 224 adult females under 50 years of age
- 151 adult females ages ≥ 50 years old
- 460 male pediatrics, ages 2-21 across Tanner Stages 1-5
- 483 female pediatrics, ages 2-21 across Tanner Stages 1-5
Testing was performed using the re-standardized assay. Each sample was assayed in singleicate. For adults, the lower and upper reference limits were estimated as the 5th and the 95th percentiles of the distribution of test results using a non-parametric approach in accordance with the recommendation in CLSI EP28-A3c guideline. Due to the limited availability of pediatric samples, the sample analysis method varied depending on the number of samples in each subgroup. Please see the following descriptions of each subgroup reference intervals determination:
- For groups of 120 or more subjects, the lower and upper reference limits were estimated as the 2.5th and the 97.5th percentiles of the distribution of test results using a non-parametric approach in accordance with the recommendation in CLSI guideline EP28-A3.
- For groups of 40 to 119 subjects, the lower and upper reference limits were estimated as the 2.5th and the 97.5th percentiles of the distribution of test results using a robust measure of location and spread, as developed by Horn and Pesce.
- For groups of less than 40 subjects, the lower and upper reference limits were estimated as the 5th and the 95th percentiles of the distribution of test results.
A summary of the median and reference interval values calculated for adult and pediatrics using the re-standardized ADVIA Centaur® Testosterone II (TSTII) assay is shown below:
| | Age | N | ng/dL | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | Median | Central 90^{th} Ref Interval | |
| | | | | 5^{th} | 95^{th} |
| Adult Male | Under 50 | 250 | 409.72 | 197.44 | 669.58 |
| | 50 and Over | 135 | 377.46 | 187.72 | 684.19 |
| Adult Female | Under 50 | 224 | 18.01 | 8.38 | 35.01 |
| | 50 and Over | 151 | 14.18 | <7.00 | 35.92 |
| Pediatric Male | Tanner Stage 1 | 101 | <7.00 | <7.00 | 13.06 |
| | Tanner Stage 2 | 78 | <7.00 | <7.00 | 79.13 |
| | Tanner Stage 3 | 64 | 59.67 | <7.00 | 499.18 |
| | Tanner Stage 4 | 88 | 376.84 | 79.10 | 747.17 |
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| | Age | N | ng/dL | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | Median | Central 90thRef Interval | |
| | | | | 5th | 95th |
| | Tanner Stage 5 | 129 | 451.17 | 224.83 | 669.65 |
| | Age 2-10 | 147 | <7.00 | <7.00 | 10.50 |
| | Age 11 | 34 | 10.73 | <7.00 | 478.50 |
| | Age 12 | 35 | 132.47 | <7.00 | 487.97 |
| | Age 13 | 34 | 199.02 | 8.28 | 549.79 |
| | Age 14 | 34 | 228.39 | 8.91 | 535.34 |
| | Age 15 | 27 | 327.89 | 65.96 | 756.50 |
| | Age 16-21 | 149 | 453.86 | 228.16 | 710.74 |
| Pediatric Female | Tanner Stage 1 | 138 | <7.00 | <7.00 | 10.06 |
| | Tanner Stage 2 | 60 | 8.17 | <7.00 | 30.11 |
| | Tanner Stage 3 | 49 | 12.98 | <7.00 | 30.49 |
| | Tanner Stage 4 | 98 | 17.37 | <7.00 | 35.19 |
| | Tanner Stage 5 | 133 | 19.76 | 11.80 | 39.30 |
| | Age 2-10 | 159 | <7.00 | <7.00 | 11.86 |
| | Age 11-15 | 174 | 12.95 | <7.00 | 27.57 |
| | Age 16-21 | 145 | 19.81 | 11.78 | 43.34 |
SHBG: A reference interval study was performed for the ADVIA Centaur® SHBG assay in accordance with CLSI EP28-A3c guideline. A total of 760 adult samples were collected from apparently healthy individuals. The sample groups tested consisted of:
250 adult males under 50 years of age
135 adult males ages $\geq 50$ years old
224 adult females under 50 years of age
151 adult females ages $\geq 50$ years old
Each sample was assayed in singlicate. The lower and upper reference limits were estimated as the 5th and the 95th percentiles of the distribution of test results using a non-parametric approach in accordance with the recommendation in CLSI guideline EP28-A3c.
A summary of the median and reference interval values calculated using the re-standardized ADVIA Centaur® SHBG assay is shown below:
| | Age | N | nmol/L | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | Median | Central 90thRef Interval | |
| | | | | 5th | 95th |
| Adult | < 50 yrs. | 250 | 23.80 | 11.54 | 54.49 |
| Male | ≥ 50 yrs. | 135 | 36.91 | 17.33 | 71.50 |
| Adult | < 50 yrs. | 224 | 46.72 | 17.69 | 138.26 |
| Female | ≥ 50 yrs. | 151 | 47.86 | 23.65 | 110.61 |
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VIII Proposed Labeling:
The labeling supports the finding of substantial equivalence for this device.
IX Conclusion:
The submitted information in this premarket notification is complete and supports a substantial equivalence decision.
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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.