Counter 700 & HC-700 Hemo 0 Ref.
by Hycel, Inc. 510(k)
Active
510(k) K771107
Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK771107 | Date11 Jul 1977 | StatusActive |
Coverage
- Active
- Expiring
- Withdrawn
- Listed
- Not covered
United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Recalls
No FDA recalls on record, checked 22 Oct 2026.
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- GKL
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 864.5200
- Advisory Committee
- Hematology
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 19 Sep 2026
The Counter 700 & HC-700 Hemo 0 Ref. is an Automated Cell Counter, designed for hematological analysis. It measures and counts blood cells, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, to assist in diagnostic evaluations within hematology.
This device is intended for use in clinical laboratory settings and has been cleared by the FDA under 510(k) number K771107. Supplied as a reusable instrument, it falls under product code GKL and is classified as Class II with Special Controls. No sterility or MRI safety information is specified in the provided data.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 19 Sep 2026
What clinical setting is the Counter 700 & HC-700 Hemo 0 Ref. designed for, and what types of blood cells does it measure?
The Counter 700 & HC-700 Hemo 0 Ref. is specifically designed for use in clinical laboratory settings to assist in hematological analysis. It measures and counts red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, providing critical data for diagnostic evaluations in hematology.
Is the Counter 700 & HC-700 Hemo 0 Ref. a single-use or reusable device, and how is it supplied?
The Counter 700 & HC-700 Hemo 0 Ref. is a reusable instrument, meaning it is built for repeated use in a laboratory environment rather than disposable after a single application. It is supplied as a standalone automated cell counter, not as a consumable or disposable accessory.
What regulatory pathway was followed for FDA clearance of this device, and what classification does it hold?
The Counter 700 & HC-700 Hemo 0 Ref. was cleared through the traditional 510(k) pathway under FDA clearance number K771107, with a substantially equivalent determination. It is classified as Class II with Special Controls and falls under product code GKL, indicating it is subject to additional regulatory oversight beyond general controls.
Does the Counter 700 & HC-700 Hemo 0 Ref. require any special handling, such as sterility or MRI safety considerations?
The provided data does not specify any sterility requirements for the Counter 700 & HC-700 Hemo 0 Ref., meaning it is not intended to be sterile or used in sterile procedures. Additionally, no MRI safety information is mentioned, so it should not be used in MRI environments unless explicitly tested and validated for such use elsewhere.