510(k) · Cleared
Recalled · Class III · 2022Biophen LMWH Control, LMWH Control Low, Ufh Control, Heparin Calibrator & Ufh Calibrator
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Hyphen Biomed · GGN Plasma, Coagulation Control
Cleared on Dec 23, 2005 as substantially equivalent to K030965 (Instrumentation Laboratory CO, 2003) and 3 other predicates after a 203-day review. Its family tree reaches back 2 generations to 2000. It has been recalled 4 times.
- Decided
- Dec 23, 2005
- Review
- 203 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- GGN
- Recalls
- 4
- Predicates
- 4
Its longest line of descent runs back 2 generations to K002400 (2000). 7 ancestors in all, the oldest K812424 (1981). No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
View FIG. 1 as a table
Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −2 | K002400 | Modification of Acl Advance | Instrumentation Laboratory CO | 2000 | 2 |
| −1 | K030965 | Control Plasma LMW Heparin | Instrumentation Laboratory CO | 2003 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K051472 | Biophen LMWH Control, LMWH Control Low, Ufh Control, Heparin Calibrator & Ufh… | Hyphen Biomed | 2005 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1981 | 1 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | 1 | 0 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA summary (predicates and indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
Planning a device in GGN? A 510(k) Report weighs predicate choices, recall history and review times for a new device like this one.
- Candidate predicates for a device like this, rankedin the report
- Recall history across each candidate’s familyin the report
What was it cleared against? (4)
Devices the submitter claimed this one is substantially equivalent to (*), and reference devices cited for a specific test or feature (†), as written in the FDA summary.
| Type | Number | Device | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K030965 | Control Plasma LMW HeparinSummary page 1…WH Low Control Plasma GGN for Biophen UFH Control Plasma Predicate Device Information: Biophen LMWH & LMWH Low Control Plasma: Control Plasma LMW Heparin (K030965) Biophen UFH Control Plasma: Heparin Control (K943520) - pJvf Description of the Devicelintended use: Biophen LMWH, LMWH Low an… | 2003 |
| * | K943520 | Heparin Control KitSummary page 1…H Control Plasma Predicate Device Information: Biophen LMWH & LMWH Low Control Plasma: Control Plasma LMW Heparin (K030965) Biophen UFH Control Plasma: Heparin Control (K943520) - pJvf Description of the Devicelintended use: Biophen LMWH, LMWH Low and UFH Control Plasma is an in vitro diagnostic quality… | 1995 |
| * | K030964 | Calibration Plasma LMW HeparinSummary page 3…r Biophen UFH Calibrator Classification Name: Calibrator, Secondary Classification: Class II Regulation#: 862.1150 Product Code: JIT Predicate Device Information: K030964 Calibration Plasma LMW Heparin K042941 Heparin Calibrators & Controls Device intended use: Biophen Heparin Calibrator is a set… | 2003 |
| * | K042941 | Dade Behring Heparin Calibrator and ControlsSummary page 3…n Name: Calibrator, Secondary Classification: Class II Regulation#: 862.1150 Product Code: JIT Predicate Device Information: K030964 Calibration Plasma LMW Heparin K042941 Heparin Calibrators & Controls Device intended use: Biophen Heparin Calibrator is a set of calibration plasmas for Heparin (UFH… | 2004 |
What descends from it?
No later submission names this one as a predicate yet.
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
Recalls of this device
| Date | Class | Recall | Root cause | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 28, 2022 | Class III | Z-1743-2022 | Under Investigation by firm | Incorrect product labeling was included in the package. |
| Mar 19, 2019 | Class III | Z-1189-2019 | Error in labeling | The manufacturer packaged incorrect versions of the Instructions for Use into specific lots for three device product codes. |
| Mar 19, 2019 | Class III | Z-1190-2019 | Error in labeling | The manufacturer packaged incorrect versions of the Instructions for Use into specific lots for three device product codes. |
| Mar 19, 2019 | Class III | Z-1188-2019 | Error in labeling | The manufacturer packaged incorrect versions of the Instructions for Use into specific lots for three device product codes. |
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 5 years and passes through 2 companies; a new generation was cleared every 2.8 years on median.
- 1 of the 7 ancestors has a recall of any class.
- 2 other devices also cite its predicate K030965.
How does its category compare?
All GGN devicesGGN Plasma, Coagulation Control: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years.
FDA decisions per year · GGN
4in 2017
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · GGN
96in 2017
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · GGN
1in 2019
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · GGN
4in 2018
MAUDE reports naming product code GGN, not matched to any one device; reports are not rates.
View these four charts as a table
| Year | Decisions | Median 510(k) review, days | Recalls (Class I) | MAUDE reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 3 | 47 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 1 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 2 | — | 0 | 37 |
| 2010 | 3 | 23 | 4 | 17 |
| 2011 | 2 | — | 1 | 30 |
| 2012 | 1 | — | 0 | 10 |
| 2013 | 3 | 441 | 3 | 9 |
| 2014 | 2 | — | 0 | 5 |
| 2015 | 0 | — | 0 | 10 |
| 2016 | 2 | — | 0 | 9 |
| 2017 | 4 | 96 | 0 | 11 |
| 2018 | 0 | — | 0 | 4 |
| 2019 | 0 | — | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 | — | 2 | — |
What is it indicated for?
Biophen Low Molecular Weight Heparin (LMWH), Low Molecular Weight Heparin Low (LMWH Low) and Unfractionated Heparin (UFH) control are set of control plasmas for the quality control of Low Molecular weight Heparin(LMWH) and Unfractionated Heparin(UFH) measurements using anti Xa colorimetric assays (Biophen Heparin 3 & 6).
These control plasmas are within the usual therapeutic range recommended for the low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) and Unfractionated Heparin (UFH).
Biophen Heparin & Unfractionated heparin (UFH) Calibrators are set of calibration plasmas for the measurement of Low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) and Unfractionated heparin, using anti-Xa colorimetric assays.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K051472 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K051472: Biophen LMWH Control, LMWH Control Low, Ufh Control, Heparin Calibrator & Ufh Calibrator.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K051472
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Record history
- FDA decision record loaded May 2, 2026
- Summary read Oct 13, 2026 (extraction version 9eaa42aa01ed)
- Lineage and recalls computed Nov 3, 2026
- Page last updated Nov 3, 2026