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Document TitleSubstantial Equivalence Comparison Table
Subject DeviceSolstice Lumina™ CGM System (Lumina C14 Sensor & Lumina R7 Reader/Transmitter)
ApplicantSolstice Biomedical Inc.
Applicant Address220 Westbrook Drive, Suite 400, Cambridge, MA 02142
Delaware File No.7834291
Parent EntitySolstice Biomedical Devices Ltd., Unit 14, Liffey Innovation Park, Chapelizod, Dublin D20 FX72, Ireland (CRO No. 648231)
Submission TypeTraditional 510(k)
Product Code (Anticipated)QKQ — Electrode, Glucose, Subcutaneous
Regulation Number (Anticipated)21 C.F.R. § 862.1355
Device ClassificationClass II
Primary Predicate DeviceNovaSense GlucoTrack NX-500 CGM System, 510(k) No. K211034, Cleared June 18, 2022
Secondary Predicate (Reference Device)NovaSense GlucoTrack NX-700 CGM System, 510(k) No. K230489, Cleared March 7, 2024
Additional Reference DeviceSolstice GlucoStrip RX-200 Test Strip Reader, 510(k) No. K192847, Cleared November 14, 2019 (corporate pedigree / prior FDA interaction only; not cited as predicate for substantial equivalence)
Primary Predicate ManufacturerNovaSense Medical Technologies Inc., 4800 Innovation Parkway, San Diego, CA 92121
Target 510(k) Submission DateApril 30, 2026
Prepared ByCalderwood & Harkness LLP, 1401 K Street NW, Suite 900, Washington, D.C. 20005
Engagement Reference No.1037-00002
Draft DateApril 2025
StatusDRAFT — For Internal Review Only
Regulatory ConsultantPinnacle Regulatory Consulting Group LLC, 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 210, Rockville, MD 20850

[sheet: Intended Use & Indications]

Comparison ParameterSubject Device — Solstice Lumina™ CGM SystemPrimary Predicate — NovaSense GlucoTrack NX-500 (K211034)Secondary Predicate — NovaSense GlucoTrack NX-700 (K230489)Substantial Equivalence Assessment
Intended UseContinuous measurement of glucose levels in the interstitial fluid of persons aged 18 and older with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes mellitusContinuous measurement of glucose levels in the interstitial fluid of adults with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes mellitusContinuous measurement of glucose levels in the interstitial fluid of adults with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes mellitusSame intended use — no new questions of safety or effectiveness
Indications for UsePrescription use; real-time continuous glucose monitoring for diabetes management in persons aged 18+ with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes mellitus; intended to replace fingerstick blood glucose testing for diabetes treatment decisionsPrescription use; real-time CGM for adults with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes mellitusPrescription use; real-time CGM for adults with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes mellitus; intended to replace fingerstick SMBGSubstantially equivalent indications for use
Target Patient PopulationAdults aged ≥ 18 years with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes mellitusAdults with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes mellitusAdults with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes mellitusSame patient population
Prescription / OTC StatusPrescription (Rx) onlyPrescription (Rx) onlyPrescription (Rx) onlySame
Use EnvironmentHome use / ambulatory / outpatientHome use / ambulatory / outpatientHome use / ambulatory / outpatientSame
Adjunctive vs. Non-AdjunctiveNon-adjunctive (intended to replace fingerstick SMBG)Non-adjunctiveNon-adjunctiveSame
ContraindicationsMRI incompatibility during sensor wear; patients < 18 years of ageMRI incompatibility during sensor wearMRI incompatibility during sensor wearSubstantially equivalent; age-specific contraindication consistent with labeled indication
Duration of Use per Sensor ApplicationUp to 14 days continuous wearUp to 10 days continuous wearUp to 14 days continuous wearConsistent with secondary predicate; supported by clinical and biocompatibility data
User / OperatorPatient self-use (lay user) under prescription of a healthcare professionalPatient self-use under prescriptionPatient self-use under prescriptionSame
Intended Use Statement SummaryThe Solstice Lumina™ CGM System is a prescription, non-adjunctive, real-time continuous glucose monitoring system for adults (≥ 18 years) with diabetes mellitusPrescription, non-adjunctive, real-time CGM for adults with diabetes mellitusPrescription, non-adjunctive, real-time CGM for adults with diabetes mellitusSame intended use — substantially equivalent

[sheet: Device Description & Design]

Comparison ParameterSubject Device — Solstice Lumina™ CGM SystemPrimary Predicate — NovaSense GlucoTrack NX-500 (K211034)Secondary Predicate — NovaSense GlucoTrack NX-700 (K230489)Substantial Equivalence Assessment
System ComponentsLumina C14 implantable sensor + Lumina R7 wearable reader/transmitter + Lumina™ Mobile App (iOS and Android)Subcutaneous sensor + Handheld receiverSubcutaneous sensor + Handheld receiver + Mobile AppSimilar system architecture; differences in reader form factor addressed below
Sensor TypeSubcutaneously implantable continuous glucose monitoring sensorSubcutaneously implantable CGM sensorSubcutaneously implantable CGM sensorSame sensor type
Sensor TechnologyFourth-generation enzymatic electrochemical biosensorEnzymatic electrochemical biosensorEnzymatic electrochemical biosensor (enhanced)Same fundamental sensing technology
Sensor Insertion SiteUpper arm / abdomen (subcutaneous)Abdomen (subcutaneous)Upper arm / abdomen (subcutaneous)Similar; subject device consistent with secondary predicate
Sensor DimensionsC14 sensor: 35 mm diameter × 5 mm height; filament length 6.5 mm34 mm diameter × 5 mm height; filament length 6.0 mm35 mm diameter × 5 mm height; filament length 6.5 mmSimilar dimensions; consistent with secondary predicate
Sensor WeightApproximately 4.2 g (with adhesive patch)Approximately 3.8 gApproximately 4.0 gSimilar weight
Reader / Transmitter Form FactorArm-worn integrated wearable reader/transmitter (Lumina R7)Handheld receiverHandheld receiverDifferent form factor — arm-worn vs. handheld; does not alter intended use or raise new safety/effectiveness questions; functionally equivalent data display and alert capabilities
Reader DimensionsR7 reader: 48 mm × 32 mm × 12 mmHandheld: 96 mm × 52 mm × 14 mmHandheld: 94 mm × 50 mm × 13 mmDifferent form factor; smaller wearable design
Reader Display FeaturesReal-time glucose value, trend arrows, 8-hour trend graphs, configurable hypo/hyperglycemia alertsReal-time glucose value, trend arrows, trend graphs, alertsReal-time glucose value, trend arrows, trend graphs, configurable alertsFunctionally equivalent display capabilities
Mobile ApplicationSolstice Lumina™ Mobile App v1.0.3 (iOS and Android); receives BLE data from R7 readerN/A (handheld receiver only)Mobile app (iOS and Android)Subject device includes mobile app consistent with secondary predicate
Sensor ApplicatorSingle-use automated inserterSingle-use automated inserterSingle-use automated inserterSame
Product CodeQKQ (anticipated)QKQQKQSame product code
Device ClassificationClass IIClass IIClass IISame classification
Regulation Number21 C.F.R. § 862.135521 C.F.R. § 862.135521 C.F.R. § 862.1355Same regulation number
Water Resistance RatingIP28 (submersion up to 2.5 m for 30 minutes)IP27 (submersion up to 1.0 m for 30 minutes)IP28 (submersion up to 2.5 m for 30 minutes)Consistent with secondary predicate; improved water resistance does not raise new safety questions

[sheet: Technological Characteristics]

Comparison ParameterSubject Device — Solstice Lumina™ CGM SystemPrimary Predicate — NovaSense GlucoTrack NX-500 (K211034)Secondary Predicate — NovaSense GlucoTrack NX-700 (K230489)Difference from Primary Predicate?Substantial Equivalence Assessment
Sensor Wear Duration14 days (336 hours)10 days (240 hours)14 days (336 hours)Yes — 14 days vs. 10 daysDifference aligned with secondary predicate K230489 (14-day wear). Extended wear duration supported by biocompatibility and performance data. Does not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness.
Electrode MaterialPlatinum-iridium (proprietary PtIr-4G electrode coating)PlatinumPlatinum (enhanced coating)Yes — Platinum-iridium vs. PlatinumDifferent electrode alloy composition; PtIr-4G provides enhanced signal stability and corrosion resistance. Biocompatibility of PtIr-4G assessed per ISO 10993 series. Performance data demonstrates equivalent or superior sensor accuracy. Does not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness.
Wireless Communication ProtocolBluetooth Low Energy (BLE) 5.2Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) 5.0Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) 5.0Yes — BLE 5.2 vs. BLE 5.0Incremental update to industry-standard wireless protocol; backward-compatible; improved data throughput and range. EMC testing per applicable standards demonstrates compliance. Does not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness.
Reader/Transmitter Form FactorArm-worn integrated wearable reader/transmitterHandheld receiverHandheld receiverYes — arm-worn vs. handheldDifferent physical form factor for data display component; does not alter sensing technology, measurement methodology, or data processing. Biocompatibility of skin-contact materials assessed per ISO 10993. Does not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness.
Glucose Prediction AlgorithmSolstice proprietary algorithm — LuminaPredict v2.1NovaSense proprietary algorithmNovaSense proprietary algorithm (updated)Yes — different algorithmDifferent proprietary algorithm; LuminaPredict v2.1 has been validated through analytical and clinical performance studies demonstrating MARD ≤ 9.0%. Software verification and validation documentation provided. Does not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness.
Sensing MechanismEnzymatic electrochemical (glucose oxidase)Enzymatic electrochemical (glucose oxidase)Enzymatic electrochemical (glucose oxidase)NoSame fundamental sensing mechanism
Calibration MethodFactory-calibrated (no user calibration required)Factory-calibratedFactory-calibratedNoSame calibration approach
Data Transmission FrequencyEvery 1 minuteEvery 1 minuteEvery 1 minuteNoSame
Alert CapabilityConfigurable hypo/hyperglycemia alerts; alert latency ≤ 5 minutes from sensor reading to user notificationHypo/hyperglycemia alertsConfigurable hypo/hyperglycemia alertsNo (enhanced configurability consistent with secondary predicate)Substantially equivalent alert functionality
Power Source (Sensor)Integrated non-rechargeable battery (14-day life)Integrated non-rechargeable battery (10-day life)Integrated non-rechargeable battery (14-day life)No (battery life matches sensor wear duration)Battery life proportional to sensor wear; consistent with secondary predicate
Power Source (Reader)Rechargeable lithium-polymer batteryRechargeable batteryRechargeable batteryNoSame
Operational Temperature Range10°C to 45°C (50°F to 113°F)10°C to 45°C10°C to 45°CNoSame operational temperature range
Storage Temperature Range2°C to 30°C (36°F to 86°F)2°C to 30°C2°C to 30°CNoSame storage temperature range
Operating Humidity Range10% to 95% RH (non-condensing)10% to 95% RH (non-condensing)10% to 95% RH (non-condensing)NoSame
Data Storage Capacity90 days of glucose data on reader; unlimited via mobile app cloud sync60 days on receiver90 days on receiver; cloud sync via appNo (consistent with secondary predicate)Enhanced data storage consistent with secondary predicate
Sensor Insertion DepthApproximately 6.5 mm subcutaneousApproximately 6.0 mm subcutaneousApproximately 6.5 mm subcutaneousNo (consistent with secondary predicate)Consistent with secondary predicate
Number of ElectrodesThree-electrode system (working, counter, reference)Three-electrode systemThree-electrode systemNoSame electrode configuration
Wireless Communication RangeUp to 10 meters (line of sight)Up to 6 metersUp to 6 metersNo (improved range is a benefit of BLE 5.2)Enhanced range consistent with BLE 5.2; does not raise new safety or effectiveness questions

[sheet: Performance Specifications]

Performance ParameterSubject Device — Solstice Lumina™ CGM SystemPrimary Predicate — NovaSense GlucoTrack NX-500 (K211034)Secondary Predicate — NovaSense GlucoTrack NX-700 (K230489)Substantial Equivalence Assessment
MARD (Mean Absolute Relative Difference) — OverallTarget: ≤ 9.0%≤ 9.5% (per 510(k) clearance data)≤ 8.8% (per 510(k) clearance data)Subject device MARD target consistent with or superior to both predicates; consistent with FDA iCGM expectations per September 2023 guidance
Consensus Error Grid (Clarke Error Grid Analysis)Target: ≥ 99% of paired data points in Zones A+B≥ 98.5% in Zones A+B≥ 99% in Zones A+BSubject device target meets or exceeds both predicates
Measurement Range40–400 mg/dL40–400 mg/dL40–400 mg/dLSame measurement range
Sensor Functional Life336 hours (14 days)240 hours (10 days)336 hours (14 days)Consistent with secondary predicate; performance data supports extended 14-day wear
Warm-Up Time≤ 60 minutes≤ 60 minutes≤ 60 minutesSame
Alert Latency≤ 5 minutes from sensor reading to user notification≤ 5 minutes≤ 5 minutesSame
Sensor Accuracy in Hypoglycemic Range (< 70 mg/dL)Data to be provided from LUMINA-US clinical study (Protocol SBD-LUM-CL-001)Per clearance dataPer clearance dataTo be demonstrated via pivotal clinical study
Sensor Accuracy in Euglycemic Range (70–180 mg/dL)Data to be provided from LUMINA-US clinical study (Protocol SBD-LUM-CL-001)Per clearance dataPer clearance dataTo be demonstrated via pivotal clinical study
Sensor Accuracy in Hyperglycemic Range (> 180 mg/dL)Data to be provided from LUMINA-US clinical studyPer clearance dataPer clearance dataTo be demonstrated via pivotal clinical study
Interference TestingPer FDA guidance; acetaminophen, ascorbic acid, salicylic acid, and other common interferents testedPer FDA guidancePer FDA guidanceSame testing approach
Linearity40–400 mg/dL (tested per CLSI EP6-A)40–400 mg/dL40–400 mg/dLSame
Precision (Within-Sensor CV)Target: ≤ 5% CVPer clearance dataPer clearance dataComparable precision targets
Drift AssessmentTarget: ≤ 10% signal drift over 14-day wear periodPer clearance data (10-day)Per clearance data (14-day)Drift target assessed over full 14-day wear; consistent with secondary predicate
Response Time (T90)≤ 10 minutes (90% of steady-state response)≤ 10 minutes≤ 10 minutesSame

[sheet: Materials & Biocompatibility]

Comparison ParameterSubject Device — Solstice Lumina™ CGM SystemPrimary Predicate — NovaSense GlucoTrack NX-500 (K211034)Secondary Predicate — NovaSense GlucoTrack NX-700 (K230489)Substantial Equivalence Assessment
Sensor Electrode MaterialPlatinum-iridium alloy (proprietary PtIr-4G coating)PlatinumPlatinum (enhanced coating)Different electrode material; biocompatibility evaluated per ISO 10993 series at Whitmore Laboratories Inc. (A2LA Certificate No. 3847.01)
Sensor Substrate / Housing MaterialMedical-grade polymer (biocompatible polyurethane)Medical-grade polymerMedical-grade polymerSame material class
Sensor Enzyme LayerGlucose oxidase immobilized on electrode surfaceGlucose oxidaseGlucose oxidaseSame enzyme system
Sensor MembraneBiocompatible polymer membrane (diffusion-limiting layer)Biocompatible polymer membraneBiocompatible polymer membraneSame membrane technology class
Adhesive (Sensor Patch)Medical-grade skin adhesive (hypoallergenic, 14-day wear rated)Medical-grade skin adhesive (10-day)Medical-grade skin adhesive (14-day)Similar adhesive; extended wear duration consistent with secondary predicate; sensitization and irritation testing per ISO 10993-10 and ISO 10993-23
Reader Housing Material (R7)Medical-grade polycarbonate / silicone (skin-contact)ABS plastic housing (handheld, limited skin contact)ABS plastic housing (handheld)Different form factor requires skin-contact biocompatibility assessment for R7
Reader Strap / Band MaterialMedical-grade silicone (prolonged skin contact)N/A (handheld)N/A (handheld)New component requiring prolonged skin-contact biocompatibility testing per ISO 10993
Biocompatibility Testing — C14 SensorCytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5), Sensitization (ISO 10993-10), Irritation (ISO 10993-23), Acute Systemic Toxicity (ISO 10993-11), Subchronic Toxicity (ISO 10993-11), Implantation (ISO 10993-6), Hemocompatibility (ISO 10993-4), Genotoxicity (ISO 10993-3)Per ISO 10993 (scope per clearance)Per ISO 10993 (scope per clearance)Comprehensive biocompatibility testing per ISO 10993-1:2018 risk-based approach; testing performed at Whitmore Laboratories Inc.; target completion August 31, 2025
Biocompatibility Testing — R7 ReaderCytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5), Sensitization (ISO 10993-10), Irritation (ISO 10993-23)Limited skin contact — per ISO 10993Limited skin contact — per ISO 10993Appropriate scope for prolonged skin-contact wearable device
Sterilization Method (Sensor)Ethylene oxide (EO) sterilizationEthylene oxide (EO)Ethylene oxide (EO)Same sterilization method
Sterilization ValidationPer ISO 11135:2014 (EO sterilization validation)Per ISO 11135Per ISO 11135Same sterilization validation standard
Biocompatibility Testing Budget$485,000 (Whitmore Laboratories quote dated March 3, 2025)N/AN/AReference for submission planning
Biocompatibility Testing LaboratoryWhitmore Laboratories Inc., 1625 Shady Grove Road, Suite 300, Gaithersburg, MD 20878; A2LA Certificate No. 3847.01N/AN/AFDA-recognized, ISO 17025-accredited laboratory
Biocompatibility Testing Completion TargetAugust 31, 2025N/AN/AOn track per current project timeline