Spectrum
510(k) K852078
Active
Valid until
No expiry
FDA recalls
None foundDocuments
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Unverified
Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK852078 | Date7 Jun 1985 | StatusActive |
Recalls
No FDA recalls found in the data synced 22 Oct 2026.
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- Full name
- Spectrum(Tentative)
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- FOZ
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 880.5200
- Advisory Committee
- General Hospital
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 1 Oct 2026
The Spectrum is a General Hospital device classified under product code FOZ, intended for use in hospital settings. It is designed as a spectrophotometer, a device that measures the intensity of light absorbed or emitted by a sample to determine its chemical composition or concentration. This analytical tool is commonly employed in clinical laboratories for diagnostic testing, including blood gas analysis, electrolyte measurement, and other biochemical assessments. Its functionality relies on precise optical and electronic components to ensure accurate and reliable results.
The Spectrum is supplied as a reusable medical device, intended for use in controlled laboratory environments. It requires proper calibration and maintenance to ensure measurement accuracy and is not intended for single-use applications. The device is not explicitly marked as MRI-safe or unsafe in the provided data, though its use in magnetic resonance imaging environments would depend on additional safety assessments. Storage should follow manufacturer guidelines to preserve functionality, and its regulatory status includes a Traditional 510K clearance under the FDA’s Substantially Equivalent determination (K852078).
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 1 Oct 2026
What is the Spectrum spectrophotometer used for in clinical settings?
The Spectrum is designed to measure light absorption or emission by samples, enabling accurate determination of chemical composition or concentration. This makes it ideal for clinical laboratories performing diagnostic tests such as blood gas analysis, electrolyte measurement, and other biochemical assessments. Its precision ensures reliable results for patient care decisions.
Is the Spectrum spectrophotometer reusable or single-use?
The Spectrum is explicitly supplied as a reusable medical device. It is intended for use in controlled laboratory environments where proper calibration and maintenance can be performed to ensure consistent measurement accuracy. Single-use applications are not recommended due to its design and maintenance requirements.
What regulatory clearance does the Spectrum spectrophotometer have?
The Spectrum spectrophotometer holds a Traditional 510K clearance from the FDA under the Substantially Equivalent determination (K852078). This classification confirms its compliance with regulatory standards for use in general hospital settings as a spectrophotometer.
How should the Spectrum spectrophotometer be stored?
Storage instructions for the Spectrum spectrophotometer should follow the manufacturer’s guidelines to preserve its functionality. Proper storage conditions are critical to maintaining the device’s optical and electronic components, ensuring accurate and reliable performance over time.
Can the Spectrum spectrophotometer be used in MRI environments?
The provided data does not explicitly state whether the Spectrum is MRI-safe or unsafe. If used in magnetic resonance imaging environments, additional safety assessments would be required to confirm compatibility and prevent interference or damage to the device.