← Product Code [KHE](/submissions/HE/subpart-g%E2%80%94manual-hematology-devices/KHE) · K030216 # COLONCARE (K030216) _Care Products, Inc. · KHE · Apr 2, 2003 · Hematology · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/HE/subpart-g%E2%80%94manual-hematology-devices/KHE/K030216 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Care Products, Inc. - **Product Code:** [KHE](/submissions/HE/subpart-g%E2%80%94manual-hematology-devices/KHE.md) - **Decision Date:** Apr 2, 2003 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 864.6550 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Hematology ## Indications for Use ColonCARE is a rapid, convenient, hygienic and highly sensitive (0.05 µg hHb/ml) method for the qualitative detection of occult blood in feces, which may be indicative of gastrointestinal diseases associated with bleeding such as colorectal carcinoma, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and colon polyp: The test is recommended for use in the home or in medical facilities as a screening test for colorectal cance or gastrointestinal bleeding from any source. ## Device Story ColonCARE is a rapid, qualitative diagnostic test for fecal occult blood. It detects human hemoglobin (hHb) in stool samples at a sensitivity of 0.05 µg hHb/ml. The device is intended for use in both home and clinical settings as a screening tool for gastrointestinal bleeding or colorectal cancer. Users perform the test to identify potential signs of underlying conditions like colorectal carcinoma, Crohn's disease, or ulcerative colitis. The output is a qualitative result indicating the presence or absence of occult blood, which assists healthcare providers in determining the need for further diagnostic investigation. The device provides a hygienic, convenient method for patient screening. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided in the document; bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics Qualitative fecal occult blood test; sensitivity 0.05 µg hHb/ml. In vitro diagnostic device. No software or electronic components. ## Regulatory Identification An occult blood test is a device used to detect occult blood in urine or feces. (Occult blood is blood present in such small quantities that it can be detected only by chemical tests of suspected material, or by microscopic or spectroscopic examination.) ## Special Controls *Classification.* Class II (special controls). A control intended for use with an occult blood test is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 864.9. ## 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. 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Food and Drug Administration 2098 Gaither Road Rockville MD 20850 APR 0 2 2003 Mr. Paul Swift Sales Manager Care Products, Inc. 231 Bank Street Waterbury. Connecticut 06702 Re: k030216 Trade/Device Name: ColonCARE Regulation Number: 21 CFR § 864.6550 Regulation Name: Occult Blood Test Regulatory Class: II Product Code: KHE Dated: March 10, 2003 Received: March 26, 2003 Dear Mr. Swift : We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and 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) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). 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Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html. Sincerely yours, Steven Sutman Steven I. Gutman, M.D., M.B.A. Director Office of In Vitro Diagnostic Device Evaluation and Safety Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {2}------------------------------------------------ | 510(k) Number (if known): | K030216 | |---------------------------|-----------| | Device Name: | ColonCARE | ## Indications For Use: ColonCARE is a rapid, convenient, hygienic and highly sensitive (0.05 µg hHb/ml) method for the qualitative detection of occult blood in feces, which may be indicative of gastrointestinal diseases associated with bleeding such as colorectal carcinoma, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and colon polyp: The test is recommended for use in the home or in medical facilities as a screening test for colorectal cance or gastrointestinal bleeding from any source. (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109) OR Over-The-Counter Use (Optional Format 1-2-96) Josephine Bautista (Division Sign-Off) Division of Clinical Laboratory Devices 510(k) Number K030216 SIka9 --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/HE/subpart-g%E2%80%94manual-hematology-devices/KHE/K030216](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/HE/subpart-g%E2%80%94manual-hematology-devices/KHE/K030216) **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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