← Product Code [LCX](/submissions/CH/subpart-b%E2%80%94clinical-chemistry-test-systems/LCX) · K983090 # ACON MIDSTREAM PREGNANCY TEST (K983090) _ACON Laboratories, Inc. · LCX · Nov 18, 1998 · Clinical Chemistry · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/CH/subpart-b%E2%80%94clinical-chemistry-test-systems/LCX/K983090 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** ACON Laboratories, Inc. - **Product Code:** [LCX](/submissions/CH/subpart-b%E2%80%94clinical-chemistry-test-systems/LCX.md) - **Decision Date:** Nov 18, 1998 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 862.1155 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Clinical Chemistry ## Indications for Use The ACON™ Midstream Pregnancy Test is intended for home use (over-the-counter) for the qualitative detection of hCG (human Chorionic Gonadotropin) in urine to aid in the determination of pregnancy. ## Device Story The ACON Midstream Pregnancy Test is a rapid chromatographic immunoassay for the qualitative detection of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in urine. Designed for home use (OTC), the device utilizes a membrane particle assay format. The user collects a urine sample, which migrates across the test strip. The presence of hCG is indicated by the appearance of colored lines on the test strip. The test provides a qualitative result to aid in the determination of pregnancy. It is a standalone, non-electronic diagnostic tool. ## Clinical Evidence Bench testing only. The device demonstrated an accuracy of ≤99% and specificity showing no interference with LH, FSH, or TSH. Sensitivity is 25 mIU/ml. ## Technological Characteristics Rapid chromatographic membrane particle immunoassay. Qualitative visual endpoint via colored lines. Standardized to WHO Third International Standard. Storage requirements 15° to 30° C. Test time 3 minutes. ## Regulatory Identification A human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) test system is a device intended for the early detection of pregnancy is intended to measure HCG, a placental hormone, in plasma or urine. A human chorionic goadotropin (HCG) test system is a device intended for any uses other than early detection of pregnancy (such as an aid in the diagnosis, prognosis, and management of treatment of persons with certain tumors or carcinomas) is intended to measure HCG, a placental hormone, in plasma or urine. ## Predicate Devices - SAS Pregnancy Test ([K926204](/device/K926204.md)) ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0}------------------------------------------------ K983090 NOV 1 8 1998 ### 10. 510(k) Summary A. Name and Address of Submitter Acon Laboratories, Inc. 3140-B Tilghman Street, Suite 215 Allentown, PA 18104 Telephone: 609-397-8511 609-397-8224 FAX: Contact Person: Patricia E. Bonness, Official Correspondent Date 510(k) Summary was prepared: November 11, 1998 #### B. Device Names Proprietary Name: ACON™ Midstream Pregnancy Test Common Name: Pregnancy Test Classification Name: Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) Test System #### C. Legally Marketed Device The ACON™ Midstream Pregnancy Test has been determined to be substantially equivalent to the SAS Pregnancy Test (K926204) currently in commercial distribution by SA Scientific, San Antonio, TX. #### D. Device Description The ACON Midstream Pregnancy Test is a rapid chromatographic immunoassay (membrane particle assay). #### E. Intended Use The ACON Midstream Pregnancy Test is intended for home use, in the qualitative detection of human chorionic gonadotropin in urine. #### F. Comparison with Predicate Device A summary comparison of the features of the ACON Midstream and the SAS One-Step Pregnancy Tests is provided in Table 1 on the following page. {1}------------------------------------------------ ### Table 1 # Feature Comparison of the ACON Midstream and SAS One-Step Pregnancy Tests | Parameter | ACON Midstream | SAS One-Step | |--------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Intended Use | qualitative detection of
hCG in urine and serum
home use (OTC) | qualitative detection of
hCG in urine and serum
professional use | | Indication for Use | early detection of
pregnancy | early detection of pregnancy | | Specimen | urine | urine | | Endpoint | colored lines | colored lines | | Format | test strips in device | test strips in device | | Methodology | membrane particle assay | membrane particle assay | | Storage | 15° to 30° C | 15° to 30° C | | Test Time | 3 minutes | 4 minutes | | Sensitivity | 25 mIU/ml | 20 mIU/ml | | Accuracy | ≤99% | ≥99% | | Specificity | No interferences
when tested with
LH, FSH and TSH | No interferences | | Standardization | WHO Third International
Standard | WHO Third International
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Bonness Official Correspondent Acon Laboratories, Inc. 3140-B Tilghman Street, Suite 215 Allentown, Pennsylvania 18104 Re: K983090 ACON™ Midstream Pregnancy Test Trade Name: Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LCX Dated: September 2, 1998 Received: September 3, 1998 Dear Ms. Bonness: 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. 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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. {3}------------------------------------------------ Page 2 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 requlation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4588. 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Gutman, M.D., M.B.A. Director Division of Clinical Laboratory Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {4}------------------------------------------------ ## Statement of Indications For Use 510(k) Number: K983090 Device Name: ACON™ Midstream Pregnancy Test - ACON™ Midstream Pregnancy Test is intended for home use "Indications For Use" -(over-the-counter) for the qualitative detection of hCG (human Chorionic Gonadotropin) in urine to aid in the determination of pregnancy. (Please do not write below this point) Image /page/4/Picture/5 description: The image shows a form titled "Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)". The form indicates "Over-The-Counter Use" with a checkmark. 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