← Product Code [MQH](/submissions/OB/subpart-g%E2%80%94assisted-reproduction-devices/MQH) · K012811

# BLASTOMERE BIOPSY MICROPIPET, POLAR BODY MICROPIPET, MODELS 10-MBB,10-MBB-B,10-MPB,10-MPB-B (K012811)

_Humagen Fertility Diagnostics, Inc. · MQH · Feb 11, 2002 · Obstetrics/Gynecology · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Humagen Fertility Diagnostics, Inc.
- **Product Code:** [MQH](/submissions/OB/subpart-g%E2%80%94assisted-reproduction-devices/MQH.md)
- **Decision Date:** Feb 11, 2002
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 884.6130
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Obstetrics/Gynecology

## Indications for Use

The blastomere biopsy and polar body biopsy micropipets intended use is for polar body or blastomere biopsy, which may be done in order to perform pre-implantation genetic diagnosis on the genetic material in the biopsied cell(s). Individual laboratories currently develop and determine performance characteristics for their own use. It is understood that the FDA has not currently cleared or approved these procedures.

## Device Story

Borosilicate glass micropipets used for aspiration of polar bodies from zygotes or blastomeres from embryos; intended for single-use in clinical laboratory settings; operated by embryologists or laboratory technicians; facilitates cell retrieval for preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD); device tip size/shape varies based on specific biopsy application; provides physical means for cell extraction; benefits patient by enabling genetic material collection for diagnostic testing.

## Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Includes 2-cell mouse embryo toxicity testing and endotoxin testing to ensure biocompatibility and safety for embryonic contact.

## Technological Characteristics

Borosilicate glass micropipets; manual operation; single-use; supplied sterile; dimensions/tip geometry customized per application; no electronic components or software.

## Regulatory Identification

Assisted reproduction microtools are pipettes or other devices used in the laboratory to denude, micromanipulate, hold, or transfer human gametes or embryos for assisted hatching, intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), or other assisted reproduction methods.

## Special Controls

*Classification.* Class II (special controls) (mouse embryo assay information, endotoxin testing, sterilization validation, design specifications, labeling requirements, and clinical testing). The device, when the assisted reproduction microtools (pipettes) are manufactured from glass, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 884.9.

## Predicate Devices

- Humagen micropipets ([K990847](/device/K990847.md))

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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## FEB 1 1 2002

# 510(k) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS

Submitter's Name: Humagen Fertility Diagnostics, Inc.

Address: 2400 Hunter's Way Charlottesville, VA 22911

Telephone #: (434) 979-4000

FAX #: (434) 295-5912

Contact person: Cindy Showalter

Date summary prepared: August 21, 2001

#### Device name:

| Classification name: | Assisted reproduction microtools<br>85 MQH<br>CFR# 884.6130                                                             |
|----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Common/Usual name:   | Micropipets used for retrieval of embryonic or<br>blastomere cells for purposes of preimplantation<br>genetic diagnosis |
| Proprietary names:   | Blastomere Biopsy Micropipet<br>Polar Body Biopsy Micropipet                                                            |

#### Substantial Equivalence:

The biopsy micropipets submitted for approval are similar to other micropipets manufactured by Humagen and approved under K990847. It is the understanding of Humagen that the usage of the micropipets differs from those approved under the previous 510K. submission, and that the FDA currently has not approved or cleared the tests for which these micropipets are used. The biopsy micropipets vary only by size and shape of the tip as determined by their usage as do the micropipets already approved. Testing and controls are the same.

#### Description of Device:

Biopsy Micropipets are used to remove polar bodies from the zygote (polar body) or blastomeres from the embryo (blastomere biopsy) for the purpose of preimplantation genetic diagnosis. These devices are manufactured from borosilicate glass on which 2 cell mouse embryo and endotoxin testing are performed. They are manufactured

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following procedures of the Humagen Quality System. The pipets are manufactured to specific sizes or the size may be modified to meet customer specifications.

#### Intended use statement:

The blastomere biopsy and polar body biopsy micropipets intended use is for polar body or blastomere biopsy, which may be done in order to perform pre-implantation genetic diagnosis on the genetic material in the biopsied cell(s). Individual laboratories currently develop and determine performance characteristics for their own use. It is understood that the FDA has not currently cleared or approved these procedures.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

FEB 1 1 2002

Ms. Cindy Showalter Quality Assurance Manager Humagen Fertility Diagnostics, Inc. 2400 Hunter's way CHARLOTTESVILLE VA 22911

Re: K012811

Trade/Device Name: Polar Body and Blastomere Biopsy micropipets Regulation Number: 21 CFR 884.6130 Regulation Name: Assisted reproduction microtools Regulatory Class: II Product Code: 85 MQH Dated: November 12, 2001 Received: November 13, 2001

Dear Ms. Showalter:

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 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.

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 (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 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 one of the following numbers, based on the regulation number at the top of this letter:

| 8xx.1xxx                         | (301) 594-4591 |
|----------------------------------|----------------|
| 876.2xxx, 3xxx, 4xxx, 5xxx       | (301) 594-4616 |
| 884.2xxx, 3xxx, 4xxx, 5xxx, 6xxx | (301) 594-4616 |
| 892.2xxx, 3xxx, 4xxx, 5xxx       | (301) 594-4654 |
| Other                            | (301) 594-4692 |

Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained 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,

Nancy C. Brogdon

Nancy C. Brogdon Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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### 510(k) number (if known): K012811

Polar body biopsy micropipet Device Name: Blastomere biopsy micropipet

#### Indications for use:

Biopsy micropipets are used to aspirate polar bodies or blastomeres containing genetic material for the purpose or pre-implantation genetic diagnosis. These devices are intended for single use and will be supplied sterile. The labeling will contain the following statement, in prominent and boxed format:

"This tool is indicated for embryo or blastomere biopsy, which may be done in order to perform preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) on the genetic material in the biopsied cell(s). Tests for PGD are currently developed and their performance characteristics are determined by individual laboratories for their own use. The enafactoriance of these tests may vary depending on the particular assay and disease performance of ammy these tests have not been cleared or approved by the Food and Drug Administration."

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

*Prescription Use*

Nancy C. Burgin

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