← Product Code [FCL](/submissions/GU/subpart-b%E2%80%94diagnostic-devices/FCL) · K963517 # SPECTRA SCIENCE BIOPSY FORCEPS (K963517) _Spectrascience, Inc. · FCL · Dec 2, 1996 · Gastroenterology, Urology · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/GU/subpart-b%E2%80%94diagnostic-devices/FCL/K963517 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Spectrascience, Inc. - **Product Code:** [FCL](/submissions/GU/subpart-b%E2%80%94diagnostic-devices/FCL.md) - **Decision Date:** Dec 2, 1996 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 876.1075 - **Device Class:** Class 1 - **Review Panel:** Gastroenterology, Urology ## Intended Use The SpectraScience Biopsy Forceps are designed specifically to provide adjunctive illumination while collecting tissue endoscopically for histologic examination. The instruments are intended for endoscopic gastrointestinal and urologic biopsy and should not be used for any purpose other than their intended function. ## Device Story Device consists of standard cup-shaped biopsy forceps integrated with fiberoptic illumination fiber; used during endoscopic procedures. Input: manual operation by endoscopist to open forceps jaws. Transformation: opening jaws triggers automatic illumination of biopsy site via fiberoptic cable connected to external cold light source (xenon or equivalent). Output: physical tissue sample and adjunctive light directed at target site. Used in GI/urology clinics/ORs by physicians. Benefit: enhanced visualization of tissue contours/location prior to sampling; improves precision of biopsy. No change to standard biopsy technique or mechanism of action. ## Clinical Evidence Bench testing only. Biocompatibility verified via vendor certifications and testing. Mechanical design, operation, and light transmittance validated against predicate device standards. No clinical data presented. ## Technological Characteristics Standard cup-shaped biopsy forceps; integrated fiberoptic illumination fiber. Energy source: external cold light (xenon or equivalent). Connectivity: fiberoptic connection to light source. Sterilization: standard methods. Materials: identical to predicate devices. ## Regulatory Identification A gastroenterology-urology biopsy instrument is a device used to remove, by cutting or aspiration, a specimen of tissue for microscopic examination. This generic type of device includes the biopsy punch, gastrointestinal mechanical biopsy instrument, suction biopsy instrument, gastro-urology biopsy needle and needle set, and nonelectric biopsy forceps. This section does not apply to biopsy instruments that have specialized uses in other medical specialty areas and that are covered by classification regulations in other parts of the device classification regulations. ## Predicate Devices - U.S. Endoscopy Group Inc., Disposable Biopsy Forceps (Model #00711206) ## 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} 510(k) Summary DEC - 2 1996 510(k) Number: K963517 f172 SpectraScience Biopsy Forceps Summary Prepared November 22, 1996 Submitter's Name and Address SpectraScience, Inc. 3650 Annapolis Lane, Suite 101 Plymouth, MN 55447 Contact Person Brian McMahon, President and CEO SpectraScience, Inc 3650 Annapolis Lane, Suite 101 Plymouth, MN 55447 612-509-9999 (telephone) 612-509-9805 (fax) Device Name Proprietary Name: SpectraScience Biopsy Forceps Common Name: Biopsy Forceps Classification Name: Gastroenterology-Urology Biopsy Instruments (21 CFR 876.1075) Predicate Device U.S. Endoscopy Group Inc., Disposable Biopsy Forceps Model #00711206 Device Description The current design of biopsy forceps has not changed during its long course of past clinical utility. The standard hinged design utilizes cup-shaped jaws to bite or pinch off tissue with minimal complications while providing a viable tissue sample. The cup-shaped jaws also serve to hold the biopsy sample within the forceps until the tissue can be transferred to a biopsy container. The proposed SpectraScience biopsy forceps uses the most basic of standard designs in that no teeth or spikes will be employed in the design. The mechanism of action of the SpectraScience design is identical to predicate devices in that the same standard mechanical design, materials and sizes are utilized. Using identical mechanisms of action and materials results in identical clinical performance. The SpectraScience design employs a different technological characteristic. The SpectraScience design incorporates a fiberoptic illumination fiber. The illumination fiber is intended to provide the endoscopist with adjunctive light directed at the tissue biopsy site in addition to the endoscope's light source. In various anatomies under certain circumstances, the endoscope's light angle may not reveal critical structural {1} 510(k) Summary 510(k) Number: K963517 P292 contours which should be considered before a biopsy is performed. The intent of the SpectraScience device is to enhance visualization and thus result in more accurate and precise identification and location of the tissue to be sampled. The employment of an illumination fiber does not change the forceps' mechanism of action, performance, nor biopsy technique when compared to using standard biopsy forceps. The SpectraScience biopsy forceps illuminates automatically once the forceps jaws are opened. No additional movements, techniques, or steps will be required to deliver additional light to the targeted location. The application of adjunctive cold (xenon or equivalent) light will have no adverse effect on tissue. The proposed illumination technology is identical to the illumination provided by the endoscope. The proven biocompatibility, safety and effectiveness, and clinical utility of fiberoptic illumination dates pre 1976 amendment to present. Therefore, the application of adjunctive light via the SpectraScience biopsy forceps does not negatively affect the safety or effectiveness of performing endoscopic biopsy. On the contrary, adjunctive light is intended to enhance the endoscopist's view of the location to be biopsied. ## Product Testing Biocompatibility: Biocompatibility is verified by vendor certifications and vendor biocompatibility testing. Sterilization: Sterilization methods are standard and defined. Packaging materials are identical to predicate devices. Mechanical: Mechanical design, mechanisms of action, materials, dimensions, workmanship, operation, light transmittance, and light source connections are identical to predicate devices and therefore substantially equivalent. ## Intended Use The SpectraScience Biopsy Forceps are designed specifically to provide adjunctive illumination while collecting tissue endoscopically for histologic examination. The instruments are intended for endoscopic gastrointestinal and urologic biopsy and should not be used for any purpose other than their intended function. ## Conclusion SpectraScience, Inc., believes that their biopsy forceps are substantially equivalent to the predicate products due to the use of identical design, materials, indications for use and packaging. --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/GU/subpart-b%E2%80%94diagnostic-devices/FCL/K963517](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/GU/subpart-b%E2%80%94diagnostic-devices/FCL/K963517) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices. 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