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# HEMOGLOBIN ALC (HBA1C) & TOTAL ASSAYS FOR THE TECHNICON RA/OPERA SYSTEMS IN-VITRO DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS (K955087)

_Bayer Corp. · LCP · Jun 13, 1996 · Hematology · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Bayer Corp.
- **Product Code:** [LCP](/submissions/HE/subpart-h%E2%80%94hematology-kits-and-packages/LCP.md)
- **Decision Date:** Jun 13, 1996
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 864.7470
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Hematology

## Indications for Use

This in vitro diagnostic method is intended to quantitatively measure Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) and Total Hemoglobin (Thb) in human blood on the Technicon RA family/opeRA instrument systems. Measurements obtained through this procedure can be used for monitoring the long-term care of persons with diabetes.

## Device Story

In vitro diagnostic assay for Technicon RA/opeRA instrument systems; measures HbA1c and Total Hemoglobin in human blood samples. Used in clinical laboratory settings by trained personnel. Provides quantitative results to clinicians for monitoring long-term glycemic control in diabetic patients. System utilizes automated photometric analysis to determine hemoglobin concentrations; results assist in clinical decision-making regarding diabetes management.

## Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Comparison study (n=154) against Ames DCA 2000 showed correlation r=0.99, y=1.09x-0.39. Precision studies demonstrated total CV% between 2.0% and 3.1% across HbA1c ranges of 5.7-11.6%. Total Hemoglobin performance compared to NCCLS reference method (n=50) showed r=0.988.

## Technological Characteristics

In vitro diagnostic assay reagents for use on Technicon RA/opeRA automated photometric instrument systems. Analytical range: HbA1c 2.5-18%, Total Hemoglobin 7-23 g/dL.

## Regulatory Identification

A glycosylated hemoglobin assay is a device used to measure the glycosylated hemoglobins (A1a , A1b , and A1c ) in a patient's blood by a column chromatographic procedure. Measurement of glycosylated hemoglobin is used to assess the level of control of a patient's diabetes and to determine the proper insulin dosage for a patient. Elevated levels of glycosylated hemoglobin indicate uncontrolled diabetes in a patient.

## Predicate Devices

- Ames DCA 2000 Hemoglobin method

## Reference Devices

- NCCLS Reference Method (Document H15-A2, Vol 14, No. 6, May 1994)

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K955087
Enclosure 8
JUN 13 1996
Attachment 3

# SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS

## Hemoglobin A1c (%)

Listed below is a comparison of the performance between the Technicon RA®/opeRA™ Systems Hemoglobin A1c/Total Hemoglobin assays and the similar device assay system that was granted FDA clearance of substantial equivalence (Ames DCA 2000® Hemoglobin method). The information provided in this summary was extracted from the Technicon RA®/opeRA™ Systems Hemoglobin A1c/Total Hemoglobin method sheet and the Ames DCA 2000® Hemoglobin A1c method sheet (Attachments 1 &amp; 2).

## INTENDED USE

This *in vitro* diagnostic method is intended to quantitatively measure Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) and Total Hemoglobin (Thb) in human blood on the Technicon RA family/opeRA instrument systems. Measurements obtained through this procedure can be used for monitoring the long-term care of persons with diabetes.

|  METHOD | RA/opeRA HbA1c |   | DCA 2000 HbA1c  |   |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  Precision | Mean % | Total CV% | Mean % | Total CV %  |
|   | 5.7 | 3.1 | 5.2 | 3.5-5.6  |
|   | 8.9 | 2.6 | 8.2 | 2.4-4.9  |
|   | 11.6 | 2.0 | 12.0 | 3.3-4.9  |
|  Analytical
Range | 2.5 - 18% |   | 2.5 - 14.0%  |   |
|  Correlation
y = RA/opeRA
x = DCA 2000 | y = 1.09 x -0.39
n = 154
r = 0.99
Syx = 0.36 |   |   |   |
|  Expected
Values | 4.4 - 6.0 % |   | 4.5 - 5.7%  |   |

updated 5/21/96,gm.

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Attachment 3

# SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS

## Total Hemoglobin (g/dl)

|  METHOD | RA/opeRA, Thb | NCCLS Reference Method, Thb
Document H15 - A2, Vol 14, No. 6,
May 1994  |
| --- | --- | --- |
|  Precision | Mean g/dL Within-Run CV% |   |
|   | 10.6 | 0.6  |
|   | 15.3 | 0.7  |
|   | 18.6 | 0.9  |
|  Analytical
Range | 7 - 23 g/dL  |   |
|  Correlation | y = RA/opeRA
x = NCCLS method | y = 0.96 x 0.13
n = 50
r = 0.988
Syx = 0.65  |
|  Expected
Values | 12.3 - 17.9 g/dL  |   |

updated 5/21/96,gm.

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