K020810 · bioMerieux, Inc. · DAP · Oct 3, 2002 · Hematology
Device Facts
Record ID
K020810
Device Name
VIDAS D-DIMER NEW (DD2) ASSAY MODEL#30 442
Applicant
bioMerieux, Inc.
Product Code
DAP · Hematology
Decision Date
Oct 3, 2002
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 864.7320
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The VIDAS D-Dimer New assay is intended for use as an aid in the diagnosis of deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism disease.
Device Story
VIDAS D-Dimer New (DD2) Assay is an automated, quantitative enzyme-linked fluorescent immunoassay (ELFA) for detecting fibrin degradation products (FbDP) in human plasma. Used on VIDAS instruments, the device utilizes a Solid Phase Receptacle (SPR) as both a solid phase for antibody binding and a pipetting device. The assay employs a two-step sandwich method: sample is mixed with alkaline phosphatase-labeled anti-FbDP monoclonal antibodies; antigen binds to SPR-coated antibodies and conjugate. After washing, a fluorescent substrate (4-Methyl-umbelliferyl phosphate) is added; the conjugate enzyme catalyzes hydrolysis into a fluorescent product measured at 450 nm. Fluorescence intensity is proportional to antigen concentration. The instrument automatically calculates results using two stored calibration curves based on a threshold signal. Used in clinical laboratory settings by trained personnel to assist physicians in diagnosing deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing compared 93 plasma samples using the subject DD2 assay and predicate DD assay. Correlation across the 0-10,000 ng/mL range showed a slope of 0.9994 and r=0.9832. Clinical performance for DVT and PE diagnosis was evaluated: for combined venous thromboembolism, DD2 sensitivity was 100% (95% CI 95.0-100) and specificity was 33.0% (95% CI 27.0-39.1), compared to predicate sensitivity of 98.6% and specificity of 40.4%. Results demonstrate comparable diagnostic utility.
Technological Characteristics
Automated ELFA; uses alkaline phosphatase conjugate and 4-methylumbelliferyl phosphate substrate. Solid phase: Solid Phase Receptacle (SPR) coated with anti-FbDP monoclonal antibodies. Measures fluorescence at 450 nm. Assay range: 45-10,000 ng/mL. Instrument: VIDAS or miniVidas. Reagents: ready-to-use, pre-dispensed in reagent strips.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use as an aid in the diagnosis of deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism disease in patients suspected of having these conditions.
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KO20810
# OCT 0 3 2002
#### Section J. 510(k) Summary
#### Applicant Name and Address
| Applicant: | bioMerieux, Inc. |
|------------|----------------------------------------|
| Address: | 595 Anglum Road<br>Hazelwood, MO 63042 |
| Contact Person: | Sandra Perreand |
|----------------------|-------------------------|
| Phone Number: | (314) 731-8594 |
| Fax Number: | (314) 731-8689 |
| Date of Preparation: | September 25<br>., 2002 |
### Device Name
| Trade Name: | VIDAS D-Dimer New (DD2) Assay |
|----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Common Name: | Enzyme-linked Fluorescent Immunoassay (ELFA) for the quantitative detection of fibrin degradation products (FbDP) |
| Classification Name: | 21 CFR |
#### Predicate Device
| Trade Name: | VIDAS D-Dimer (DD) Assay |
|-------------|--------------------------|
| | K972819 |
### Device Description
The VIDAS® D-Dimer New (DD2) Assay is an automated quantitative test for use on the VIDAS instrument (K891385) for the immunoenzymatic determination of fibrin degradation products (FbDP) in human plasma using the enzyme-linked fluorescent immunoassay (ELFA) technique. The instrument controls all assay steps and assay temperatures. A pipette tip-like disposable device, the Solid Phase Receptacle (SPR), serves as the solid phase as well as a pipettor for the assay. Reagents for the assay are ready-to-use and pre-dispensed in the sealed DD2 Reagent Strips.
The assay principle combines a two-step enzyme immunoassay sandwich method with a final fluorescent detection (ELFA). The Solid Phase Receptacle (SPR) serves as the solid phase with the anti-FbDP monoclonal (mouse) antibodies P10B5E12C9 adsorbed on its surface, as well as the pipetting device for the assay.
The instrument performs all of the assay steps automatically. The reaction medium is cycled in and out of the SPR several times according to a specified protocol.
The sample is taken and transferred into the well containing the conjugate, which is an alkaline phosphatase-labeled anti-FbDP monoclonal (mouse) antibodies (P2C5A10) The sample/conjugate mixture is cycled in and out of the SPR several times to increase the reaction speed. The antigen binds to antibodies coated on the SPR and to the conjugate forming a "sandwich".
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In the second step, the remaining free antigen sites are saturated by cycling the conjugate in the fifth well of the strip in and out of the SPR. Unbound components are eliminated during the washing steps.
Two detection steps are then performed successively. During each step, the substrate (4-Methyl-umbelliferyl phosphate) is cycled in and out of the SPR. The conjugate enzyme catalyzes the hydrolysis of this substrate into a fluorescent product (4-Methylumbelliferone), the fluorescence of which is measured at 450 nm. The intensity of the fluorescence is proportional to the concentration of antigen present in the sample.
At the end of the assay, results are automatically calculated by VIDAS in relation to two calibration curves stored in memory corresponding to the two detection steps. A threshold signal determines the choice of the calibration curve to be used for each sample. The results are then printed out.
### Intended Use
The VIDAS D-Dimer New assay is intended for use as an aid in the diagnosis of deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism disease.
### Technological Characteristic Summary
Summary of Similarities and Differences to Predicate Device
### Major Similarities Include:
- 1) Both assays are fully automated, quantitative enzyme-linked fluorescent immunoassays (ELFA) that detect fibrin degradation products (FbDP) in plasma (trisodium citrate).
- 2) Both assays use alkaline phosphatase as a conjugate and 4methylumbelliferyl phosphate as a fluorescent substrate.
- 3) Both assays are designed for use with the VIDAS or miniVidas instruments. When either assay is complete, the instrument's computer analyzes the results automatically.
- 4) All reagents are identical in composition with the exception of the new C1 control and \$1 calibrator.
## Major Differences Include:
- l ) The DD2 Assay kit includes two controls instead of 3 controls as in the original DD Assay. The C1 and C3 controls were replaced with a new C1 control for the DD2 Assay.
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- 2) The DD2 Assay kit includes two calibrators instead of one calibrator as in the original DD Assay. S2 from the DD2 Assay is equivalent to S1 in the original DD Assay. A new S1 was added for the DD2 Assay.
- 3) The DD2 Assay uses two master curves instead of one curve used by the original DD Assay. For each curve of the DD2 Assay, there is one calibrator and one control. The S2 calibrator and C2 control are used for concentrations in the range of 0 - 1000 ng/mJ. The S1 calibrator and C1 control are used for concentrations in the range of 1000 - 10000 ng/mL.
- 4) Samples for use with the DD2 Assay may be stored at 2 8°C for up to 24 hours or 2 months at -20°C. Samples for use with the DD Assay must be tested within 4 hours of collection.
- 5) The VIDAS D-Dimer New assay has an assay range of 45-10,000 ng/ml, while the DD assay has an assay range of 45-1.000 ng/ml.
### Performance Data
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Ninety-three samples were tested using the VIDAS D-Dimer New (DD2) Assay and the VIDAS D-Dimer (DD) Assay on the VIDAS instrument. Real plasma samples were used unless spiked samples were necessary to achieve higher levels of D-Dimer concentration. The correlation plot for the entire range of samples total), 0 - 10,000 ng/mL, shows a slope of 0.9994, ordinate of 42.972 and a correlation coefficient of 0.9832. The correlation plot for the values less than 1000 ng/mL (35 samples total) shows a slope of 1.0094, ordinate of -21.917 and a correlation coefficient of 0.9816.
The study conducted at the outside facility also showed the results correlated well between the VIDAS DD2 and VIDAS DD Assays. For results of D-Dimer less than 1000 ng/mL, the slope was 1.193 with a correlation coefficient of 85.4%. For D-Dimer values between 1000 and 10000 ng/mL, the slope was 0.891 with a correlation coefficient of 85.7%. With respect to clinical sensitivity, specificity, and negative predictive value the results are as outlined below.
| | DD2 Assay | DD Assay |
|------------------|---------------------------|----------------------------|
| Sensitivity | 100% (95% CI, 90-100) | 97.1 % (95% CI, 85.5-99.9) |
| Specificity | 35.9% (95% CI, 27.2-44.6) | 42.7 % (95% CI, 33.8-51.7) |
| Negative | 100% (95% CI, 91.6-100) | 98.0% (95% CI, 89.6-99.9) |
| Predictive Value | | |
For subjects suspected of pulmonary embolism, the following results were obtained·
Note: One false negative was obtained with the DD Assay.
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| | DD2 Assay | DD Assay |
|------------------|---------------------------|----------------------------|
| Sensitivity | 100% (95% CI, 90.5-100) | 100 % (95% CI, 90.5-100) |
| Specificity | 30.1% (95% CI, 21.6-38.5) | 38.1 % (95% CI, 29.1-47.0) |
| Negative | 100% (95% CI, 89.7-100) | 100% (95% CI, 98.1-100) |
| Predictive Value | | |
For subjects suspected of deep venous thrombosis, the following results were obtained
For subjects suspected of venous thromboembolism (all subjects suspected of having DVT and PE), the following results were obtained
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| | DD2 Assay | DD Assay |
|------------------|---------------------------|----------------------------|
| Sensitivity | 100% (95% CI, 95.0-100) | 98.6 % (95% CI, 92.5-100) |
| Specificity | 33.0% (95% CI, 27.0-39.1) | 40.4 % (95% CI, 34.1-46.8) |
| Negative | 100% (95% CI, 95.3-100) | 98.9% (95% CI, 94.2-100) |
| Predictive Value | | |
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Food and Drug Administration 2098 Gaither Road Rockville MD 20850
# OCT 03 2002
Ms. Sandra Perreand Director, Regulatory Affairs BioMerieux, Inc. 595 Anglum Road Hazelwood, Missouri 63042-2320
k020810 Re:
Trade/Device Name: VIDAS D-Dimer New (DD2) Assay Regulation Number: 21 CFR § 864.7320 Regulation Name: Fibrin Degradation Products Assay Regulatory Class: II Product Code: DAP Dated: August 12, 2002 Received: August 13, 2002
Dear Ms. Perreand:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4588. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html".
Sincerely yours,
Steven Sutman
Steven I. Gutman, M.D., M.B.A. Director Division of Clinical Laboratory Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Indications for Use
K020810 510(k) Number (if known):
VIDAS D-Dimer New (DD2) Assay Device Name:
#### Indications for Use:
The VIDAS® D-Dimer New assay indicated for use as an aid in the diagnosis of deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism disease.
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