The CellTracks® AutoPrep® System is a general purpose laboratory instrument used with immunomagnetic reagents that capture and enrich target cells, and labeling reagents that differentiate cells in whole blood. Cell analyzers such as the CellTracks Analyzer II®, flow cytometers or microscopes may be used for cell identification and enumeration. The system is for in vitro diagnostic use.
Device Story
CellTracks® AutoPrep® System is an automated laboratory instrument for sample preparation; processes whole blood samples using immunomagnetic reagents to capture and enrich target cells; applies labeling reagents to differentiate specific cell populations. Output consists of prepared samples ready for analysis via CellTracks Analyzer II®, flow cytometers, or microscopes. Used in clinical laboratory settings by trained laboratory personnel. Facilitates cell identification and enumeration; aids in diagnostic workflows by standardizing sample preparation; reduces manual handling variability.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided; bench testing only.
Technological Characteristics
Automated sample preparation system. Modification involves software/procedural update for daily cleaning (DCP). Fundamental technology unchanged from predicate. Conformance with 21 CFR 820.30 design control procedures.
Indications for Use
Indicated for metastatic breast, prostate, and colorectal cancer patients; clinical cut-off ≥ 5 CTCs for breast/prostate, ≥ 3 CTCs for colorectal.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An immunomagnetic circulating cancer cell selection and enumeration system is a device that consists of biological probes, fluorochromes, and other reagents; preservation and preparation devices; and a semiautomated analytical instrument to select and count circulating cancer cells in a prepared sample of whole blood. This device is intended for adjunctive use in monitoring or predicting cancer disease progression, response to therapy, and for the detection of recurrent disease.
Special Controls
The device is classified as Class II under regulation 21 CFR 866.6020 with special controls. The special control guidance document "Immunomagnetic Circulating Cancer Cell Selection and Enumeration System" is available at https://www.fda.gov/cdrh/oivd/guidance/1531.pdf
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special control for this device is FDA's guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Immunomagnetic Circulating Cancer Cell Selection and Enumeration System.” See § 866.1(e) for availability of this guidance document.
Related Devices
K100684 — CELLTRACKS AUTOPREP SYSTEM MODEL:9541 · Veridex, LLC · Aug 26, 2010
K040077 — IMMUNICON CELLTRACKS AUTOPREP SYSTEM · Immunicon Corp. · Mar 12, 2004
K122821 — CELLTRACKS AUTOPREP SYSTEM · Veridex, LLC · Dec 13, 2012
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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SPECIAL 510(k): Device Modification
To: THE FILE
RE: DOCUMENT NUMBER k110406
This 510(k) submission contains information/data on modifications made to the SUBMITTER'S own Class II, Class III or Class I devices requiring 510(k). The following items are present and acceptable:
1. The name and 510(k) number of the SUBMITTER'S previously cleared device: CellTracks® Autoprep® System, k100684.
2. Submitter's statement that the INDICATION/INTENDED USE of the modified device as described in its labeling HAS NOT CHANGED along with the proposed labeling which includes instructions for use, package labeling, and, if available, advertisements or promotional materials (labeling changes are permitted as long as they do not affect the intended use).
3. A description of the device MODIFICATION(S), including clearly labeled diagrams, engineering drawings, photographs, user's and/or service manuals in sufficient detail to demonstrate that the FUNDAMENTAL SCIENTIFIC TECHNOLOGY of the modified device has not changed.
This change was for the inclusion of a daily cleaning procedure (DCP) after each batch with 500 (circulating tumor cells) CTCs. Veridex also recommends that customers re-test all samples within a run or above the established clinical cut-off (≥ 5 CTCs for metastatic breast and prostate cancer patients; ≥3 CTCs for metastatic colorectal cancer) following a sample with 500 CTCs or greater.
4. Comparison Information (similarities and differences) to applicant's legally marketed predicate device including, labeling, intended use, physical characteristics, and the software verification and validation results provided indicate no substantial change in device performance.
5. A Design Control Activities Summary which includes:
a) Identification of Risk Analysis method(s) used to assess the impact of the modification on the device and its components, and the results of the analysis
b) Based on the Risk Analysis, an identification of the verification and/or validation activities required, including methods or tests used and acceptance criteria to be applied
c) A declaration of conformity with design controls. The declaration of conformity should include:
i) A statement signed by the individual responsible, that, as required by the risk analysis, all verification and validation activities were performed by the designated individual(s) and the results demonstrated that the predetermined acceptance criteria were met, and
ii) A statement signed by the individual responsible, that the manufacturing facility is in conformance with design control procedure requirements as specified in 21 CFR 820.30 and the records are available for review.
6. A Truthful and Accurate Statement, a 510(k) Summary and the Indications for Use Enclosure.
The labeling for this modified subject device has been reviewed to verify that the indication/intended use for the device is unaffected by the modification. In addition, the submitter's description of the particular modification(s) and the comparative information between the modified and unmodified devices demonstrate that the fundamental scientific technology has not changed. The submitter has provided the design control information as specified in The New 510(k) Paradigm and on this basis, I recommend the device be determined substantially equivalent to the previously cleared (or their preamendment) device.
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