BUPRENORPHINE ENZYME IMMUNOASSAY, CALIBRATORS AND CONTROLS FOR BECKMAN COULTER SYNCHRON SYSTEMS
Device Facts
| Record ID | K081008 |
|---|---|
| Device Name | BUPRENORPHINE ENZYME IMMUNOASSAY, CALIBRATORS AND CONTROLS FOR BECKMAN COULTER SYNCHRON SYSTEMS |
| Applicant | Lin-Zhi International, Inc. |
| Product Code | DJG · Clinical Toxicology |
| Decision Date | Dec 22, 2008 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 862.3650 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
Indications for Use
The Lin-Zhi International (LZI) Buprenorphine Enzyme Immunoassay, when used in conjunction with Beckman Coulter® Synchron LX®, CX®, and UniCel® DxC automated clinical system analyzers, is intended for the qualitative and semi-quantitative determination of norbuprenorphine (buprenorphine metabolite) in human urine, at a cutoff value of 10 ng/mL. The Norbuprenorphine Drugs of Abuse (DAU) Calibrators are for use as calibrators in the qualitative and semi-quantitative calibration of the Lin-Zhi International (LZI) Buprenorphine Enzyme Immunoassay with Beckman Coulter® Synchron LX®, CX®, and UniCel® DxC automated clinical system analyzers. The Norbuprenorphine Drugs of Abuse (DAU) Controls are for use as assayed quality control materials to monitor the precision of the Lin-Zhi International (LZI) Buprenorphine Enzyme Immunoassay with Beckman Coulter® Synchron LX®, CX®, and UniCel® DxC automated clinical system analyzers. The assay provides only a preliminary analytical result. A more specific alternative chemical method must be used in order to obtain a confirmed analytical result. Chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS or LC/MS) is the preferred confirmatory method (1,2). Clinical consideration and professional judgement should be exercised with any drug of abuse test result, particularly when the preliminary test result is positive.
Device Story
Homogeneous enzyme immunoassay for norbuprenorphine detection in human urine; utilizes competitive binding between sample drug and enzyme-labeled drug (G6PDH) for fixed antibody sites. In absence of drug, antibody inhibits enzyme; in presence of drug, enzyme remains active, converting NAD to NADH. Measured spectrophotometrically at 340 nm. Used in clinical laboratories on Beckman Coulter automated chemistry analyzers. Provides preliminary qualitative/semi-quantitative results; requires GC/MS confirmation. Assists clinicians in identifying buprenorphine metabolite presence for drug abuse screening.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Precision evaluated via intra-assay and between-run studies across three analyzer platforms (CX4CE, LX20 Pro, DxC 600) using spiked urine samples. Linearity confirmed via serial dilution (recovery within +/- 15%). Analytical specificity tested against common interfering substances and specific gravity variations. Method comparison performed against GC/MS reference method, showing high percent agreement (93-97.5% depending on analyzer). No clinical patient studies performed.
Technological Characteristics
Homogeneous enzyme immunoassay; G6PDH enzyme label; spectrophotometric detection at 340 nm. Liquid, ready-to-use reagents. Analyzers: Beckman Coulter Synchron LX, CX, and UniCel DxC. Storage: 2-8°C. Qualitative and semi-quantitative modes.
Indications for Use
Indicated for the qualitative and semi-quantitative determination of norbuprenorphine (buprenorphine metabolite) in human urine for individuals undergoing drug screening. Intended for use by clinical laboratories on automated analyzers. Provides preliminary results only; requires confirmation by GC/MS or LC/MS.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An opiate test system is a device intended to measure any of the addictive narcotic pain-relieving opiate drugs in blood, serum, urine, gastric contents, and saliva. An opiate is any natural or synthetic drug that has morphine-like pharmocological actions. The opiates include drugs such as morphine, morphine glucoronide, heroin, codeine, nalorphine, and meperedine. Measurements obtained by this device are used in the diagnosis and treatment of opiate use or overdose and in monitoring the levels of opiate administration to ensure appropriate therapy.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). An opiate test system is not exempt if it is intended for any use other than employment or insurance testing or is intended for Federal drug testing programs. The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 862.9, provided the test system is intended for employment and insurance testing and includes a statement in the labeling that the device is intended solely for use in employment and insurance testing, and does not include devices intended for Federal drug testing programs (*e.g.,* programs run by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the Department of Transportation (DOT), and the U.S. military).
Predicate Devices
- CEDIA® Buprenorphine Assay (K040316)