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# MODIFICATION TO RAVEN BACTERIAL SPORE STRIPS (K050591)

_Raven Biological Laboratories, Inc. · FRC · Mar 23, 2005 · General Hospital · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Raven Biological Laboratories, Inc.
- **Product Code:** [FRC](/submissions/HO/subpart-c%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-monitoring-devices/FRC.md)
- **Decision Date:** Mar 23, 2005
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Special
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 880.2800
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** General Hospital

## Indications for Use

The Raven Bacterial Spore Strip (single species G. stearothermophilus ATCC#7953 or dual species G. stearothermophilus ATCC #7953 and B. atrophaeus ATCC #9372) is intended for use in testing the efficacy of Chemiclave sterilization cycles at 132°C. A reduced incubation time of 72 hours at 60°C +/- 2°C has been validated for Chemiclave sterilization when the Raven Bacterial Spore Strip (either the single species G. stearothermophilus spore strip or the dual species spore strip) is used in conjunction with Raven's Modified Tryptic Soy Broth with Bromocresol Purple.

## Device Story

Raven Bacterial Spore Strips serve as biological indicators for monitoring Chemiclave sterilization efficacy. Device consists of spore strips (single species G. stearothermophilus or dual species G. stearothermophilus and B. atrophaeus) used with Modified Tryptic Soy Broth with Bromocresol Purple. User places strip in sterilization cycle; after cycle, strip is incubated in broth at 60°C +/- 2°C for 72 hours. Growth or color change in broth indicates sterilization failure. Used in clinical/healthcare settings to verify equipment performance; provides objective evidence of sterilization process success or failure; ensures patient safety by confirming effective decontamination of instruments.

## Clinical Evidence

No clinical data. Bench testing only; validation performed for reduced incubation time of 72 hours at 60°C +/- 2°C for Chemiclave sterilization cycles.

## Technological Characteristics

Biological indicator consisting of bacterial spore strips (G. stearothermophilus ATCC#7953 or dual species G. stearothermophilus ATCC #7953 and B. atrophaeus ATCC #9372). Used with Modified Tryptic Soy Broth with Bromocresol Purple. Principle of operation: biological monitoring of sterilization cycle efficacy via spore survival/growth assessment. Class II device, product code FRC.

## Regulatory Identification

Biological sterilization process indicator: A device intended for use by a health care provider to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure and to monitor adequacy of sterilization. The device consists of a known number of microorganisms, of known resistance to the mode of sterilization, in or on a carrier and enclosed in a protective package. Subsequent growth or failure of the microorganisms to grow under suitable conditions indicates the adequacy of sterilization. Physical/chemical sterilization process indicator: A device intended for use by a health care provider to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure and to monitor one or more parameters of the sterilization process. The adequacy of the sterilization conditions as measured by these parameters is indicated by a visible change in the device.

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Public Health Service

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

MAR 2 3 2005

Ms. Wendy Royalty-Hann Ouality Assurance/Regulatory Affairs Manager Raven Biological Laboratories, Incorporated 8607 Park Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68127

Re: K050591

Trade/Device Name: Raven Bacterial Spore Strips Regulation Number: 880.2800 Regulation Name: Sterilization Process Indicator Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FRC Dated: March 7, 2005 Reccived: March 8, 2005

Dear Ms. Royalty-Hann:

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). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.

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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (OS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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 regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0115. 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/industry/support/index.html.

Sincerely yours,

Syrita Michael Toms

Chiu Lin, Ph.D. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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## Attachment 2

## Indications for Use Statement

510(k) Number (if known): Ko 5 ບ 5 ປ 5 ປີ (

Device Name: Raven Bacterial Spore Strips

Indications for Use:

The Raven Bacterial Spore Strip (single species G. stearothermophilus ATCC#7953 or dual species G. stearothermophilus ATCC #7953 and B. atrophaeus ATCC #9372) is intended for use in testing the efficacy of Chemiclave sterilization cycles at 132°C. A reduced incubation time of 72 hours at 60°C +/- 2°C has been validated for Chemiclave sterilization when the Raven Bacterial Spore Strip (either the single species G. stearothermophilus spore strip or the dual species spore strip) is used in conjunction with Raven's Modified Tryptic Soy Broth with Bromocresol Purple.

Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR

Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 807 Subpart C)

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