VISUCAL-F FROZEN CALIBRATOR PLASMA AND VISUCON-F FROZEN NORMAL AND ABNORMAL CONTROL PLASMA
K091284 · Affinity Biologicals, Inc. · GGN · Oct 28, 2009 · Hematology
Device Facts
Record ID
K091284
Device Name
VISUCAL-F FROZEN CALIBRATOR PLASMA AND VISUCON-F FROZEN NORMAL AND ABNORMAL CONTROL PLASMA
Applicant
Affinity Biologicals, Inc.
Product Code
GGN · Hematology
Decision Date
Oct 28, 2009
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 864.5425
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The VisuCal-F frozen calibrator plasma is intended for use in the calibration of coagulation and fibrinolysis assays. The VisuCon-F frozen normal control plasma is intended for use in the quality control of coagulation assays in the normal range. The VisuCon-F frozen abnormal control plasma is intended for use in the quality control of coagulation assays in the borderline pathological range.
Device Story
VisuCal-F and VisuCon-F are pools of citrated human plasma from at least 20 donors; buffered with 0.02M HEPES; dispensed and rapidly frozen. Calibrator plasma used to construct reference curves for coagulation/fibrinolysis assays; control plasmas used to monitor assay performance and confirm calibration. Used in clinical laboratory settings; operated by laboratory technicians. Output consists of assigned values for specific hemostatic parameters; used by clinicians to ensure accuracy of patient test results. Benefits include standardized calibration and quality control for coagulation testing, ensuring reliable diagnostic data for patient management.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Precision/reproducibility performed per CLSI EP05-A2 (n=20, 5 replicates over 4 days) with CVs <= 5% or 15% depending on analyte. Stability validated at 4 and 8 hours post-thaw at 2-8°C.
Technological Characteristics
Matrix: Citrated human plasma from >=20 donors. Buffer: 0.02M HEPES. Format: Frozen. Traceability: SSC/ISTH secondary coagulation standards and WHO International standards. Stability: 8 hours at 2-8°C (4 hours for Protein S).
Indications for Use
Indicated for use as a calibrator or quality control material for coagulation and fibrinolysis assays in clinical laboratory settings. VisuCal-F is for calibration; VisuCon-F Normal is for QC in the normal range; VisuCon-F Abnormal is for QC in the borderline pathological range. No specific patient population or contraindications listed.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A multipurpose system for in vitro coagulation studies is a device consisting of one automated or semiautomated instrument and its associated reagents and controls. The system is used to perform a series of coagulation studies and coagulation factor assays.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). A control intended for use with a multipurpose system for in vitro coagulation studies is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 864.9.
Predicate Devices
Dade Behring standard human plasma (k023141)
Precision Biologic Reference Check normal control plasma (k013708)
Precision Biologic Cryocheck abnormal reference check I & II (k952624)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# 510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION DECISION SUMMARY
A. 510(k) Number:
k091284
B. Purpose for Submission:
To obtain clearance for the VisuCal-F frozen calibrator plasma, VisuCon-F frozen normal control plasma and VisuCon-F frozen abnormal control plasma
C. Measurand:
Normal and Abnormal Control Plasma: Fibrinogen (Clauss Method), coagulation factors II, V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI and XII, antithrombin activity, protein S activity and protein C activity.
Calibrator plasma: Fibrinogen (Clauss Method), coagulation factors II, V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI and XII, anti-thrombin activity, $\alpha$-2-antiplasmin, plasminogen, protein C activity and antigen, protein S activity and total antigen, von Willebrand factor antigen and ristocetin cofactor.
D. Type of Test:
Assayed Controls and Calibrator
E. Applicant:
Affinity Biologicals, Inc.
F. Proprietary and Established Names:
VisuCal-F frozen calibrator plasma
VisuCon-F frozen normal control plasma
VisuCon-F frozen abnormal control plasma
G. Regulatory Information:
1. Regulation section:
21 CFR 864.5425; Multipurpose systems for in vitro coagulation studies
2. Classification:
Class II
3. Product code:
GGN; Plasma, Coagulation Control
JIX; Calibrator, Multi-Analyte Mixture
4. Panel:
Hematology 81
H. Intended Use:
1. Intended use(s):
The VisuCal-F frozen calibrator plasma is intended for use in the calibration of coagulation and fibrinolysis assays.
The VisuCon-F frozen normal control plasma is intended for use in the quality control of coagulation assays in the normal range.
The VisuCon-F frozen abnormal control plasma is intended for use in the quality control of coagulation assays in the borderline pathological range.
2. Indication(s) for use:
The VisuCal-F frozen calibrator plasma is intended for use in the calibration of coagulation and fibrinolysis assays including the following: Fibrinogen (Clauss
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Method), Coagulation factors II, V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI and XII, anti-thrombin activity, $\alpha$-2-antiplasmin, plasminogen, protein C activity and antigen, protein S activity and total antigen, von Willebrand factor antigen and ristocetin cofactor.
The VisuCon-F frozen normal control is intended for use in the quality control of coagulation assays in the normal range for the following parameters: Fibrinogen (Clauss Method), Coagulation factors II, V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI and XII, antithrombin activity, protein S activity and protein C activity.
The VisuCon-F frozen abnormal control is intended for use in the quality control of coagulation assays in the borderline pathological range for the following parameters: Fibrinogen (Clauss Method), Coagulation factors II, V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI and XII, antithrombin activity, protein S activity and protein C activity.
3. Special conditions for use statement(s):
Not Applicable
4. Special instrument requirements:
Not Applicable
I. Device Description:
The VisuCal-F frozen calibrator plasma, VisuCon-F frozen normal control plasma, and VisuCon-F frozen abnormal control plasma are pools of normal citrated human plasma collected from a minimum of 20 donors, buffered with $0.02\mathrm{M}$ HEPES buffer, dispensed and rapidly frozen.
J. Substantial Equivalence Information:
1. Predicate device name(s):
Dade Behring standard human plasma
Precision Biologic Reference Check normal control plasma
Precision Biologic Cryocheck abnormal reference check I & II
2. Predicate K number(s):
k023141
k013708
k952624
3. Comparison with predicate:
| Similarities | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate | Additional Predicate |
| Device name | VisuCal-F frozen calibrator plasma (k091284) | Dade Behring Standard Human Plasma (k023141) | Precision Biologic Cryocheck Normal Reference Plasma (k952622) |
| Intended Use | For use in the calibration of coagulation and fibrinolysis assays | Same | For use in the in vitro quantification of hemostatic parameters in human plasma. May also be used to assign values to in-house collected normal plasma pools or to commercially available unassayed frozen plasma pools. |
| Matrix | Citrated human plasma | Same | Same |
| Traceability of | Value assignments | Value assignments | Same |
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| Similarities | | | |
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| Item | Device | Predicate | Additional Predicate |
| calibrator plasma | traceable to SSC/ISTH secondary coagulation standard, where available, which is calibrated against WHO International standards | traceable to WHO International standards, where available | |
| Analytes | Fibrinogen, factors II, V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI and XII, von Willebrand factor antigen, ristocetin cofactor, protein S activity, protein C activity, anti-thrombin activity, α-2-antiplasmin, plasminogen, Protein C antigen and protein S total antigen | Fibrinogen, factors II, V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI and XII, von Willebrand factor antigen, ristocetin cofactor, protein S activity, protein C activity, anti-thrombin activity, α-2-antiplasmin, plasminogen | Same |
| Differences | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate | Additional Predicate |
| Analytes | | Prothrombin time (PT), factor XIII, C-1 inhibitor, Total complement activity | Factor XIII, Free Protein S antigen, antithrombin antigen |
| Format | Frozen | Lyophilized | Same |
| Open vial stability | 8 hours at 2–8°C except protein S which is stable for 4 hours at 2–8°C | 4 hours at 15 to 25°C, 4 weeks at -20°C | 8 hours at 2–8°C |
| Open vial stability | | 8 hours at 2–8°C | Same |
| Traceability of calibrator plasma | | Value assignments traceable to SSC/ISTH secondary coagulation standard, where available, which is calibrated against WHO International standards | Same |
| Device Name | | VisuCon-F frozen normal control plasma WHO International standards | Precision Biologic Reference Check Normal Control (k013708) |
| | | VisuCon-F frozen abnormal control plasma | Precision Biologic Abnormal 1 Reference Control (k952624) |
| Intended Use | | VisuCon-F frozen normal control plasma: For the quality control of coagulation assays in the normal range. VisuCon-F frozen abnormal control plasma: For the quality control of coagulation assays in the borderline pathological range. | Precision Biologic Reference Normal Control: For controlling the accuracy of quantitative hemostasis assays in the normal range. Precision Biologic Abnormal 1 Reference Control: For controlling the accuracy of quantitative hemostasis assays in the normal range. |
| Matrix | | Citrated human plasma | Same |
| Format | | Frozen | Same |
| Analytes | | Fibrinogen, factors II, V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI and XII, protein S activity, protein C activity, anti-thrombin activity | Same |
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| Differences | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate |
| Device Name | VisuCon-F frozen normal control plasma
VisuCon-F frozen abnormal control plasma | Precision Biologic reference control normal
Precision Biologic abnormal 1 reference control |
| Analytes | | Factor XIII, von Willebrand factor antigen, ristocetin cofactor, Prekallikrein, protein S total antigen, free antigen, protein C antigen, anti-thrombin antigen, α-2-antiplasmin, plasminogen |
K. Standard/Guidance Document Referenced (if applicable):
Points to consider: Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff - Assayed and Unassayed Quality Control Material, February 3, 1999.
L. Test Principle:
The VisuCal-F frozen calibrator plasma is an assayed reference plasma prepared from a pool of citrated human plasma collected from a minimum of 20 donors, buffered with 0.02M HEPES buffer, dispensed and rapidly frozen. The plasma can be used to construct a reference curve when measuring the following parameters: Fibrinogen (Clauss Method), coagulation factors II, V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI and XII, anti-thrombin activity, α-2-antiplasmin, plasminogen, protein C activity and antigen, protein S activity and total antigen, von Willebrand factor antigen and ristocetin cofactor.
The VisuCon-F frozen normal control plasma is a pool of normal citrated human plasma collected from a minimum of 20 donors, buffered with 0.02M HEPES buffer, dispensed and rapidly frozen. This control plasma may be used to confirm assay calibration and to monitor the performance of coagulation assays for the following parameters: fibrinogen (Clauss Method), coagulation factors II, V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI and XII, anti-thrombin, protein C and protein S.
The VisuCon-F frozen abnormal control plasma is a pool of 20 normal citrated human plasma donors, diluted to defined concentrations, buffered with 0.02M HEPES buffer, dispensed and rapidly frozen. This control plasma may be used to monitor the performance of coagulation assays for the following parameters: fibrinogen (Clauss Method), coagulation factors II, V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI and XII, anti-thrombin, protein C and protein S.
M. Performance Characteristics (if/when applicable):
1. Analytical performance:
a. Precision/Reproducibility:
Precision testing for the VisuCal-F frozen calibrator plasma and the VisuCon-F frozen normal and abnormal control plasmas was performed as part of the value assignment process by running each lot of plasma in replicates of five over 4 days (n=20). The intra-assay and inter-assay precision results for each analyte were calculated per NCCLS (CLSI) Guideline EP05-A2. Results were
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considered valid if predefined acceptance specifications of $\% \mathrm{CV}$ of $\leq 5\%$ or $15\%$, depending on the analyte tested, were achieved for intra and inter-assay precision.
b. Linearity/assay reportable range:
Not Applicable
c. Traceability, Stability, Expected values (controls, calibrators, or methods):
Traceability: Calibrator value assignment is traceable to SSC/ISTH secondary coagulation standard, where available, which is calibrated against WHO International standards.
Stability: Open-vial stability of the thawed calibrator and control plasmas was performed on two validation lots for each product. After thawing, plasmas were tested for the indicated analytes, stored at $2 - 8^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$ in the original vial and retested at 4 hours and 8 hours after initial testing. Antigen assays were only performed if activity assays showed a significant decrease over time. Plasmas were considered stable if the following specifications were met:
Results at 4 and 8 hour time points are:
- Within $\pm 10\%$ of the time 0 result for PT and aPTT
- Within $\pm 15\%$ of the time 0 result for fibrinogen, factors II to XII, antithrombin, protein C and protein S
Calibrator Value Assignment: Assigned values for all analytes for each lot of calibrator plasma were determined by testing 20 vials over 4 days, five vials per day and calculating the mean value of the determinations.
Controls Value Assignment: For each lot of normal and abnormal control plasma, ranges were assigned to the various analytes by testing 20 vials over 4 days, five vials per day and calculating the mean $\pm 2$ standard deviations.
d. Detection limit:
Not Applicable
e. Analytical specificity:
Not Applicable
f. Assay cut-off:
Not Applicable
2. Comparison studies:
a. Method comparison with predicate device:
Not Applicable
b. Matrix comparison:
Not Applicable
3. Clinical studies:
a. Clinical Sensitivity:
Not Applicable
b. Clinical specificity:
Not Applicable
c. Other clinical supportive data (when a. and b. are not applicable):
Not Applicable
4. Clinical cut-off:
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Not Applicable
5. Expected values/Reference range:
The expected values for the VisuCal-F Calibrator are demonstrated in the table below.
| Parameter | | Result | Instrument |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Fibrinogen (Clauss)¹ | | 3.41 g/L | STA Compact |
| Factor II (activity)¹ | | 89% | STA Compact |
| Factor V (activity)¹ | | 105% | STA Compact |
| Factor VII (activity)¹ | | 105% | STA Compact |
| Factor VIII (activity)¹ (clotting) | | 78% | STA Compact |
| Factor IX (activity)¹ | | 113% | STA Compact |
| Factor X (activity)¹ | | 99% | STA Compact |
| Factor XI (activity)¹ | | 99% | STA Compact |
| Factor XII (activity)² | | 118% | STA Compact |
| α-2- antiplasmin (activity)³ | | 123% | ACL7000 |
| Antithrombin (activity)¹ | | 107% | STA Compact |
| Plasminogen (activity)³ | | 97% | ACL7000 |
| Protein C | activity¹ | 100% | STA Compact |
| | antigen¹ | 100% | Microplate reader |
| Protein S | activity¹ | 102% | STA Compact |
| | antigen¹ | 100% | Microplate reader |
| vWF | antigen¹ | 105% | Microplate reader |
| | Ristocetin Cofactor¹ | 63% | BCS |
¹ Calibrated against SSC/ISTH reference standard
² Calibrated against Standard Human Plasma Dade Behring
³ Calibrated against Cryocheck Normal Reference Plasma Precision Biologic
N. Proposed Labeling:
The labeling is sufficient and it satisfies the requirements of 21 CFR Part 809.10.
O. Conclusion:
The submitted information in this premarket notification is complete and supports a substantial equivalence decision.
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