Therapeutic Exchange System
by Extracorporeal Medical Specialities, Inc.
510(k) K831423
Active
Valid until
No expiry
FDA recalls
None foundDocuments
Trust
Unverified
Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK831423 | Date3 Jan 1984 | StatusActive |
Recalls
No FDA recalls found in the data synced 6 Oct 2026.
Coverage
- Active
- Expiring
- Withdrawn
- Listed
- Not covered
United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- LQQ
- Device Class
- Class III
- Advisory Committee
- Unknown
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 18 Sep 2026
The Therapeutic Exchange System is an Immunoadsorption Column for extracorporeal blood purification, designed to selectively remove pathogenic antibodies or immune complexes from plasma during therapeutic exchange procedures. It operates within an extracorporeal circuit to filter and treat blood, commonly used in conditions requiring plasma exchange or immunoadsorption therapy.
This system is supplied as a single-use, sterile device intended for use in clinical settings with appropriate extracorporeal blood processing equipment. It is classified as a Class III medical device under FDA regulations and requires compliance with traditional 510(k) clearance (K831423). Storage and handling must adhere to sterile medical device protocols to ensure patient safety and device efficacy.
Other devices from Extracorporeal Medical Specialities, Inc.
See all devices from Extracorporeal Medical Specialities, Inc. →
Questions
AI-generated answers, 18 Sep 2026
What is the Therapeutic Exchange System used for in clinical settings?
The Therapeutic Exchange System is designed for extracorporeal blood purification, specifically to selectively remove pathogenic antibodies or immune complexes from plasma during therapeutic exchange procedures. It is commonly used in treatments requiring plasma exchange or immunoadsorption therapy, where the goal is to filter and treat blood outside the body.
Is the Therapeutic Exchange System intended for single-use or repeated use?
The Therapeutic Exchange System is explicitly supplied as a single-use, sterile device. This design ensures patient safety and device efficacy, as reuse could compromise sterility and performance. Always follow sterile medical device protocols during handling and storage.
How should the Therapeutic Exchange System be stored to maintain its integrity?
Since it is a sterile, single-use device, storage must adhere to strict sterile medical device protocols. The system should be kept in its original packaging until immediately before use, protected from contamination, moisture, and extreme temperatures. Always check the packaging for integrity before use.
What regulatory pathway was followed for FDA clearance of this device?
The Therapeutic Exchange System underwent a traditional 510(k) clearance process (K831423) and is classified as a Class III medical device under FDA regulations. The clearance was granted in 1984, with a decision code indicating it was determined to be substantially equivalent to a predicate device.