Retrospective clinical samples were used to evaluate the clinical performance (positive and negative percent agreement) of the Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay against a composite comparator method.
Retrospective clinical study; Study Period: June 6, 2011 to May 17, 2014 and February 21, 2017 through July 17, 2017
Patients with signs and symptoms of HSV infection; Sample Size: 174 Cutaneous HSV-1 swabs, 174 Mucocutaneous HSV-2 swabs, and 17 samples from unknown locations
Composite comparator algorithm (culture, bi-directional sequencing, and FDA cleared NAAT)
Positive and negative percent agreement (PPA and NPA)
Indications for Use
The DiaSorin Molecular Simplexa™ HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay is intended for use on the LIAISON® MDX instrument for the qualitative detection and differentiation of herpes simplex virus (HSV-1 and HSV-2) DNA present in mucocutaneous and cutaneous lesion swabs from patients with signs and symptoms of HSV-1 or HSV-2 infection. This test is an aid in the differential diagnosis of HSV-1 and HSV-2 infections. The assay is not intended for use as a screening test for the presence of HSV-1 and HSV-2 in blood or blood products. The assay is for professional use only. The Simplexa™ HSV 1 & 2 Positive Control Pack is intended to be used as a control with the Simplexa™ HSV 1 & 2 Direct kit. This control is not intended for use with other assays or systems.
Device Story
Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct is a real-time PCR assay for qualitative detection and differentiation of HSV-1 and HSV-2 DNA from unprocessed cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesion swabs. Device eliminates nucleic acid extraction; uses bi-functional fluorescent probe-primers targeting conserved regions of HSV-1 and HSV-2 DNA polymerase genes. System includes assay reagents, LIAISON MDX instrument, LIAISON MDX Studio Software, and Direct Amplification Disc. Operated by laboratory professionals in clinical settings. Input: lesion swab specimens. Output: qualitative detection of HSV-1, HSV-2, and internal control. Internal control monitors for PCR failure/inhibition. Results aid clinicians in differential diagnosis of HSV infections. Benefits include rapid, direct testing without extraction, facilitating timely clinical management.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical performance evaluated via prospective and retrospective studies comparing Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct to a composite reference method (culture, bi-directional sequencing, and FDA-cleared NAAT). Prospective study (n=514) and retrospective study (n=365) data combined. For cutaneous swabs, HSV-1 PPA 100% (30/30), NPA 96.3% (182/189); HSV-2 PPA 97.0% (32/33), NPA 97.9% (182/186). For mucocutaneous swabs, HSV-1 PPA 98.2% (162/165), NPA 97.5% (703/721); HSV-2 PPA 99.5% (193/194), NPA 96.7% (669/692). Analytical studies confirmed no cross-reactivity or interference with 71 microorganisms and 24 substances.
Technological Characteristics
Real-time PCR assay; targets HSV-1 and HSV-2 DNA polymerase genes. Uses bi-functional fluorescent probe-primers (HSV-1: CFR610; HSV-2: FAM; Internal Control: Q670). Direct amplification (no extraction). Platform: LIAISON MDX instrument with Direct Amplification Disc. Software: LIAISON MDX Studio Software. Connectivity: Standalone instrument. Sterilization: Not applicable (reagents).
Indications for Use
Indicated for qualitative detection and differentiation of HSV-1 and HSV-2 DNA in mucocutaneous and cutaneous lesion swabs from symptomatic patients. For professional use only; prescription use only.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A herpes virus nucleic acid-based cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesion panel is a qualitative in vitro diagnostic device intended for the simultaneous detection and differentiation of different herpes viruses in cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesion samples from symptomatic patients suspected of Herpetic infections. Negative results do not preclude infection and should not be used as the sole basis for treatment or other patient management decisions. The assay is not intended for use in cerebrospinal fluid samples.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) Premarket notification submissions must include detailed documentation for the device description, including the device components, ancillary reagents required but not provided, and a detailed explanation of the methodology including primer design and selection.
(2) Premarket notification submissions must include detailed documentation from the following analytical and clinical performance studies: Analytical sensitivity (Limit of Detection), reactivity, inclusivity, precision, reproducibility, interference, cross reactivity, carry-over, and cross contamination.
(3) Premarket notification submissions must include detailed documentation of a clinical study using lesion samples in which Herpes Simplex Virus 1, Herpes Simplex Virus 2, or Varicella Zoster Virus DNA detection was requested. The study must compare the device performance to an appropriate well established reference method.
(4) A detailed explanation of the interpretation of results and acceptance criteria must be included in the device's 21 CFR 809.10(b)(9) compliant labeling.
(5) The device labeling must include a limitation statement that reads: “The device is not intended for use with cerebrospinal fluid or to aid in the diagnosis of HSV or VZV infections of the central nervous system (CNS).”
(6) Premarket notification submissions must include quality assurance protocols and a detailed documentation for device software, including, but not limited to, standalone software applications and hardware-based devices that incorporate software.
(7) The risk management activities performed as part of the manufacturer's 21 CFR 820.10(c) design and development activities must document an appropriate end user device training program that will be offered as part of efforts to mitigate the risk of failure to correctly operate the instrument.
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# 510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION DECISION MEMORANDUM
A. 510(k) Number:
K173798
B. Purpose for Submission:
Clearance of New Device. The same devices was cleared under K150962 for genital lesion samples. In this submission the sponsor is obtaining clearance for the same device with cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesion samples.
C. Measurand:
Target DNA Sequences from conserved regions of Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV-1) and Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 (HSV-2)
D. Type of Test:
Real-Time PCR Assay
E. Applicant:
DiaSorin Molecular LLC.
F. Proprietary and Established Names:
Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct MOL2150 and Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Positive Control Pack MOL2160
G. Regulatory Information:
1. Regulation section:
21 CFR 866.3309
2. Classification:
Class II
3. Product code:
PGI
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4. Panel:
Microbiology
H. Intended Use:
1. Intended use(s):
Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct
The DiaSorin Molecular Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay is intended for use on the LIAISON MDX instrument for the qualitative detection and differentiation of herpes simplex virus (HSV-1 and HSV-2) DNA present in mucocutaneous and cutaneous lesion swabs from patients with signs and symptoms of HSV-1 or HSV-2 infection. This test is an aid in the differential diagnosis of HSV-1 and HSV-2 infections.
The assay is not intended for use as a screening test for the presence of HSV-1 and HSV-2 in blood or blood products. The assay is for professional use only.
Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Positive Control Pack
The Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Positive Control Pack is intended to be used as a control with the Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct kit.
This control is not intended for use with other assays or systems.
2. Indication(s) for use:
Same as Intended Use
3. Special conditions for use statement(s):
For prescription use only
4. Special instrument requirements:
LIAISON MDX (with LIAISON MDX Studio Software)
I. Device Description:
The Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay system is a real-time PCR that enables the direct amplification, detection and differentiation of HSV-1 and/or HSV-2 DNA from unprocessed cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesion swab specimens without nucleic acid extraction. The system consists of the Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay, the LIAISON MDX (with LIAISON MDX Studio Software), the Direct Amplification Disc and associated accessories.
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In the Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay, bi-functional fluorescent probe-primers are used together with corresponding reverse primers to amplify HSV-1, HSV-2 and internal control targets. Well conserved regions of the HSV-1 and HSV-2 DNA polymerase genes are targeted to identify HSV-1 and HSV-2 DNA respectively in the specimen. An internal control is used to detect PCR failure and/or inhibition.
# J. Substantial Equivalence Information:
1. Predicate device name(s): Lyra Direct HSV 1 + 2/VZV Assay
2. Predicate 510(k) number(s): K133448
3. Comparison with predicate:
| Similarities | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate |
| Indications For Use | The DiaSorin Molecular Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay is intended for use on the LIAISON MDX instrument for the qualitative detection and differentiation of herpes simplex virus (HSV-1 and HSV-2) DNA present in mucocutaneous and cutaneous lesion swabs from patients with signs and symptoms of HSV-1 or HSV-2 infection. This test is an aid in the differential diagnosis of HSV-1 and HSV-2 infections. | The Lyra Direct HSV 1 + 2/VZV Assay is an in vitro multiplex Real-Time PCR test for qualitative detection and differentiation of herpes simplex virus type 1, herpes simplex virus type 2, and varicella-zoster virus DNA isolated and purified from cutaneous or mucocutaneous lesion samples obtained from symptomatic patients suspected of active herpes simplex virus 1, herpes simplex virus 2 and/or varicella-zoster infection. The Lyra Direct HSV 1 + 2/VZV Assay is intended to aid in the diagnosis of herpes simplex virus 1, herpes simplex virus 2 and varicella-zoster virus active cutaneous or mucocutaneous infections. |
| Extraction Technology | None | Same |
| Amplification Technology | PCR-based system for | Same |
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| Similarities | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate |
| | detecting the presence or absence of viral DNA in clinical specimens. | |
| Detection Technology | Multiplex assay using different reporter dyes for each target. | Same |
| Samples Type | Cutaneous and Mucocutaneous Lesion Samples | Same |
| Differences | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | Device | Predicate |
| Assay Targets | Well conserved region of the polymerase genes for HSV-1 and HSV-2. | HSV-1: glycoprotein G, HSV-2: glycoprotein G, VZV: ORF6: DNA-helicase primase. |
## K. Standard/Guidance Document Referenced (if applicable):
Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff: Administrative Procedures for CLIA Categorization, May 12, 2014
Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, Format for Traditional and Abbreviated 510(k), July 07, 2015
Off-The-Shelf Software Use in Medical Devices, September 9, 1999
Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices, May 11, 2005
General Principles of Software Validation, January 11, 2002
Cybersecurity for Networked Medical Devices Containing Off-The-Shelf (OTS) Software, January 14, 2005
## L. Test Principle:
The Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay system is a real-time PCR that enables the direct amplification, detection and differentiation of HSV-1 and/or HSV-2 DNA from unprocessed cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesion swab specimens without nucleic acid extraction. The system consists of the Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay, the LIAISON MDX (with LIAISON MDX Studio Software), the Direct Amplification Disc and associated accessories.
In the Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay, bi-functional fluorescent probe-primers are used together with corresponding reverse primers to amplify HSV-1, HSV-2 and internal control
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targets. Well conserved regions of the HSV-1 and HSV-2 DNA polymerase genes are targeted to identify HSV-1 and HSV-2 DNA respectively in the specimen. An internal control is used to detect PCR failure and/or inhibition. The principle of the assay and procedural steps are described below:
## Specimen Collection
Acceptable specimen type is swab samples collected from herpetic cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesions and stored in BD UVT, Remel M4, Remel M4RT, Remel M5, Remel M6 or UTM transport media. Follow the manufacturer’s package inserts for collection media and acceptable swab types. Do not use calcium alginate swabs, as they may contain substances that inhibit PCR testing. Specimens should be transported on ice and stored at 2 to 8 °C for up to 7 days post collection. If there is a greater than 7 days delay before processing of the specimen, store specimen at -70 °C.
## Real-time PCR Instrument Setup
Refer to the LIAISON MDX Operator Manual for details on how to configure the LIAISON MDX Studio Software to add an assay definition, set up and analyze runs on the LIAISON MDX.
## Direct Amplification Disc Loading and Real-Time PCR Amplification
1. Select samples that need to be tested.
2. Thaw Reaction Mix vials at room temperature (approximate range 18 to 25 °C). Thaw one Reaction Mix vial for each sample or control to be tested.
3. Scan the barcode on the Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct Reaction Mix vial or barcode card.
4. Scan the disc barcode on the Direct Amplification Disc (DAD).
5. Scan or type in each sample identifier.
6. For one wedge at a time, peel the adhesive foil back to expose the Reaction (R) and Sample (SAMPLE) wells without completely removing the adhesive foil cover (Figure 1 & 2). Avoid touching the underside of the foil that will be in contact with the wells and disc surface.
7. Ensure that the Reaction Mix is completely thawed. Briefly spin down the tubes as needed. (Do not vortex the Reaction Mix).
8. Use the fixed volume pipette to transfer 50 μL of the Reaction Mix into Reaction (R) well.
9. Use the fixed volume pipette to transfer 50 μL of sample or control; pipette sample or control into Sample well (SAMPLE).
10. Cover the wedge sealing the wells with the peeled adhesive foil, pressing down firmly near the edge of the wedge. If the original foil is torn do not load the wells in the wedge. Instead load another wedge.
11. Tear off the tab portion of the foil cover along the perforation.
12. Repeat steps 6 to 11 for the next sample(s).
13. Load the sealed DAD into the LIAISON MDX and start the run.
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| Figure 1 - Disc with pre-use foil lifted from Sample [SAMPLE] and Reaction [R] Wells for wedge #3 | Figure 2 - Sample [SAMPLE] and Reaction [R] Wells |
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# Quality Control
Simplexa™ HSV 1 & 2 Positive Control Pack (MOL2160) may be used as an external control for QC testing, training or proficiency testing. Each laboratory should establish its own Quality Control ranges and frequency of QC testing based on applicable local laws, regulations and standard good laboratory practice. Refer to the Simplexa™ HSV 1 & 2 Positive Control (IFUC.US.MOL2160) for instructions on testing the positive control.
Expected Control Results
| Control Type | HSV-1 | HSV-2 | DNA Internal Control (DNA IC) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Positive Control^{1} | Detected | Detected | Not applicable^{2} |
| No Template Control (NTC) | Not Detected | Not Detected | Valid |
1. Typical Ct values for the Positive Control range between 25 to ≤40.
2. Detection of the Simplexa DNA Internal Control (DNA IC) is not required for a valid result when HSV is detected.
# Interpretation of Results
Upon completion of the run, the software automatically calculates and displays results.
For each accession ID (Sample ID) entered, the software displays a result ("Detected", "Not Detected", "Invalid" or "EC500", EC505 and EC515) for HSV-1 and HSV-2.
a. "Detected" result points to the presence of HSV-1 and/or HSV-2 DNA in the patient sample.
b. "Not Detected" result points to the absence of HSV-1 and/or HSV-2 DNA in the patient sample.
c. "Invalid" result points to the inability to determine presence or absence of HSV-1 and/or HSV-2 DNA in the patient sample. This result may be due to 1) DNA Internal Control (DNA IC) failure, or 2) failure to detect sufficient specimen. The sample needs to be re-tested. See "Invalid Results" section below.
d. "EC500" Data processing error due to noise, weak or late amplification in the signal. Repeat the sample. If the problem persists, contact Technical Service.
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e. “EC505” Insufficient information to determine whether amplification was present. If the problem persists, contact Technical Service.
f. “EC515” Internal control amplification is not within specification. Result is invalid, repeat the sample. If the problem persists, contact Technical Service.
## Invalid Results
In case of an “Invalid” result, re-test the sample with a new Reaction Mix vial from the same kit or a new kit. If the problem is unresolved, contact DiaSorin Molecular Technical Services department.
## M. Performance Characteristics (if/when applicable):
### 1. Analytical performance:
#### a. Precision/Reproducibility:
Reproducibility studies were not conducted again for the purposes of this submission and the results from original submission K150962 are shown below.
Reproducibility for the Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay was evaluated. Three investigative sites assessed the device's inter-site, inter-day and inter/intra-assay reproducibility. Each of the laboratories tested the positive control and a panel of five contrived sample pools including a low (approximately 1-2 times LoD) and medium positive (approximately 2-4 times LoD) for each analyte and a high negative. The high negative sample contained a small amount of HSV-1 and HSV-2, and it was designed to be negative approximately 95% of the time. The assays were performed in triplicate on 5 different days. Each site had 2 operators; each operator assayed the entire sample panel and positive control once per day, for a total of 2 sets of data per day.
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Reproducibility Results for the Simplexa HSV1&2 Direct Assay from submission K150962
| | Sample | Site - 1 | | | Site - 2 | | | Site - 3 | | | Total % Agreement With Expected Results | 95% CI |
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| | | % Agreement With Expected Results | Avg. Ct | Total %CV | % Agreement With Expected Results | Avg. Ct | Total %CV | % Agreement With Expected Results | Avg. Ct | Total %CV | | |
| HSV-1 Result | HSV-1 Low Positive | 100.0% (30/30) | 36.0 | 2.2 | 100.0% (30/30) | 36.1 | 2.6 | 100.0% (30/30) | 36.3 | 2.7 | 100.0% (90/90) | 95.9 to 100.0% |
| | HSV-1 Medium Positive | 100.0% (30/30) | 34.4 | 1.7 | 100.0% (30/30) | 34.8 | 1.2 | 100.0% (30/30) | 34.6 | 1.9 | 100.0% (90/90) | 95.9 to 100.0% |
| | HSV-2 Low Positive | 100.0% (30/30)a | NA | NA | 100.0% (30/30)a | NA | NA | 96.7% (29/30)a | NA | NA | 98.9% (89/90)a | 94.0 to 99.8% |
| | HSV-2 Medium Positive | 100.0% (30/30)a | NA | NA | 96.7% (29/30)a | NA | NA | 100.0% (30/30)a | NA | NA | 98.9% (89/90)a | 94.0 to 99.8% |
| | High Negative | 96.7% (29/30)a | 38.8 | 0.0 | 93.3% (28/30)a | 38.7 | 0.5 | 90.0% (27/30)a | 38.0 | 4.1 | 93.3% (84/90)a | 86.2 to 96.9% |
| | Positive Control | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.9 | 0.8 | 100.0% (30/30) | 30.4 | 1.3 | 100.0% (29/29) | 29.9 | 2.8 | 100.0% (89/89) | 95.9 to 100.0% |
| | Total Agreement | 99.4% (179/180) | | | 98.3% (177/180) | | | 97.8% (175/179) | | | 98.5% (531/539) | 97.1 to 99.2% |
| a Expected Results of HSV-2 Low Positive, HSV-2 Medium Positive and High Negative samples are “Negative” for HSV-1. | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Sample | Site - 1 | | | Site - 2 | | | Site - 3 | | | Total % Agreement With Expected Results | 95% CI |
| | | % Agreement With Expected Results | Avg. Ct | Total %CV | % Agreement With Expected Results | Avg. Ct | Total %CV | % Agreement With Expected Results | Avg. Ct | Total %CV | | |
| HSV-2 Result | HSV-1 Low Positive | 100.0% (30/30)b | NA | NA | 100.0% (30/30)b | NA | NA | 96.7% (29/30)b | 41.1 | 0.0 | 98.9% (89/90)b | 94.0 to 99.8% |
| | HSV-1 Medium Positive | 100.0% (30/30)b | NA | NA | 100.0% (30/30)b | NA | NA | 100.0% (30/30)b | NA | NA | 100.0% (90/90)b | 95.9 to 100.0% |
| | HSV-2 Low Positive | 100.0% (30/30) | 37.4 | 2.9 | 90.0% (27/30) | 37.5 | 3.5 | 93.3% (28/30) | 37.1 | 2.8 | 94.4% (85/90) | 87.6 to 97.6% |
| | HSV-2 Medium Positive | 100.0% (30/30) | 35.5 | 1.9 | 100.0% (30/30) | 35.6 | 2.0 | 100.0% (30/30) | 35.3 | 1.6 | 100.0% (90/90) | 95.9 to 100.0% |
| | High Negative | 96.7% (29/30)b | 39.5 | 0.0 | 86.7% (26/30)b | 38.6 | 2.9 | 100.0% (30/30)b | NA | NA | 94.4% (85/90)b | 87.6 to 97.6% |
a Expected results of HSV-2 Low Positive, HSV-2 Medium Positive and High Negative samples are "Negative" for HSV-1.
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| | Positive Control | 100.0% (30/30) | 30.2 | 1.3 | 100.0% (30/30) | 30.1 | 0.6 | 100.0% (29/29) | 29.9 | 1.2 | 100.0% (89/89) | 95.9 to 100.0% |
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| | Total Agreement | 99.4% (179/180) | | | 96.1% (173/180) | | | 98.9% (176/179) | | | 98.0% (528/539) | 96.4 to 98.9% |
| b Expected Results of HSV-1 Low Positive, HSV-1 Medium Positive and High Negative samples are “Negative” for HSV-2. | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Sample | Site – 1 | | | Site – 2 | | | Site – 3 | | | Total % Agreement With Expected Results | 95% CI |
| | | % Agreement With Expected Results | Avg. Ct | Total %CV | % Agreement With Expected Results | Avg. Ct | Total %CV | % Agreement With Expected Results | Avg. Ct | Total %CV | | |
| DNA IC Result | HSV-1 Low Positive | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.6 | 0.7 | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.8 | 1.2 | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.7 | 1.0 | 100.0% (90/90) | 95.9 to 100.0% |
| | HSV-1 Medium Positive | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.6 | 0.8 | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.8 | 1.4 | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.7 | 0.9 | 100.0% (90/90) | 95.9 to 100.0% |
| | HSV-2 Low Positive | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.6 | 0.8 | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.8 | 1.2 | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.7 | 1.0 | 100.0% (90/90) | 95.9 to 100.0% |
| | HSV-2 Medium Positive | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.5 | 0.6 | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.7 | 1.4 | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.8 | 1.4 | 100.0% (90/90) | 95.9 to 100.0% |
| | High Negative | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.6 | 0.6 | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.8 | 1.2 | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.7 | 1.0 | 100.0% (90/90) | 95.9 to 100.0% |
| | Positive Control | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.5 | 0.5 | 100.0% (30/30) | 29.7 | 1.4 | 100.0% (29/29) | 29.7 | 0.9 | 100.0% (89/89) | 95.9 to 100.0% |
| | Total Agreement | 100.0% (180/180) | | | 100.0% (180/180) | | | 100.0% (179/179) | | | 100.0% (539/539) | 96.4 to 98.9% |
b. Linearity/assay reportable range:
Not Applicable
c. Traceability, Stability, Expected values (controls, calibrators, or methods):
No changes were made from the clearance of K150962.
d. Assay cut-off:
No changes were made from the clearance of K150962.
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e. Detection limit:
No changes were made from the clearance of K150962.
f. Analytical reactivity:
No changes were made from the clearance of K150962.
g. Analytical specificity:
# Cross-Reactivity (Analytical Specificity)
The Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay's analytical specificity was evaluated by testing the ability to exclusively identify HSV-1 and HSV-2 viruses with no cross-reactivity to organisms that are closely related, or cause similar clinical symptoms or may be present on cutaneous or mucocutaneous swabs. A total of 71 potential cross-reactants were spiked into negative cutaneous and mucocutaneous swab matrix and assayed in triplicate. No cross-reactivity was observed.
| No. | Microorganism | Tested Concentration | Qualitative Result(#Detected/#Total) | |
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| | | | HSV-1 | HSV-2 |
| 1 | Baseline | N/A | 35/35 | 35/35 |
| 2 | Acinetobacter calcoaceticus | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 3 | Acinetobacter lwoffii | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 4 | Bacteroides fragilis | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 5 | Bacteroides ureolyticus** | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 6 | Bordetella bronchiseptica | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 7 | Bordetella pertussis | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 8 | Candida albicans | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 9 | Candida glabrata | 1.00 X 106 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 10 | Candida guilliermondii | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 11 | Candida krusei | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 12 | Candida lusitaniae | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 13 | Candida parapsilosis | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 14 | Candida tropicalis | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 15 | Chlamydophila pneumoniae | 1.00 x 10^6 IFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 16 | Chlamydia trachomatis | 1.00 x 10^6 IFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 17 | Clostridium sordellii | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 18 | Clostridium perfringens | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 19 | Corynebacterium genitalium | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 20 | Coronavirus (HCoV OC43) | 1.00 x 10^5 TCID50/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 21 | Corynebacterium diphtheriae | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
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| No. | Microorganism | Tested Concentration | Qualitative Result (#Detected/#Total) | |
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| | | | HSV-1 | HSV-2 |
| 22 | Coxsackievirus B (CVB-1) | 1.00 x 105TCID50/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 23 | Cytomegalovirus | 1.00 X 105TCID50/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 24 | Enterobacter cloacae | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 25 | Enterococcus faecium | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 26 | Enterococcus faecalis vanB | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 27 | Enterovirus 70 | 1.00 x 105TCID50/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 28 | Enterovirus 71 | 1.00 x 105TCID50/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 29 | Epstein Barr Virus (B95-8) | 1.00 x 105copies/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 30 | Escherichia coli O157H7 | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 31 | Fusobacterium nucleatum | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 32 | Gardnerella vaginalis | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 33 | Haemophilus ducreyi** | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 34 | Haemophilus influenzae (Type A) | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 35 | Hepatitis B | 1.00 x 105IU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 36 | Hepatitis C | 1.00 x 105IU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 37 | HHV-6 (Z29 Strain) | 1.00 x 105TCID50/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 38 | HHV-7 SB | 1.00 x 105TCID50/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 39 | HIV-1 IIIB | 1.00 x 105copies/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 40 | HIV-2 NIHZ* | Not Available | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 41 | HPV18 Recombinant | 1.00 x 105PFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 42 | Human metapneumovirus | 1.00 x 105TCID50/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 43 | Lactobacillus acidophilus | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 44 | Legionella pneumophila | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 45 | Mobiluncus mulieris | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 46 | Moraxella catarrhalis | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 47 | Mycoplasma genitalium** | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 48 | Mycoplasma hominis | 1.00 x 106CCU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 49 | Mycoplasma orale** | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 50 | Mycoplasma pneumoniae | 1.00 x 106CCU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 51 | Mycoplasma salivarium** | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 52 | Neisseria gonorrhoeae | 1.00 X 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 53 | Neisseria meningitides | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 54 | Prevotella melaninogenica | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 55 | Proteus vulgaris | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 56 | Respiratory syncytial virus A | 1.00 x 105TCID50/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 57 | Respiratory syncytial virus B | 1.00 x 105TCID50/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
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| No. | Microorganism | Tested Concentration | Qualitative Result (#Detected/#Total) | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | HSV-1 | HSV-2 |
| 58 | Rubella | 1.00 x 105TCID50/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 59 | Salmonella enteritidis** | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 60 | Salmonella typhimurium | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 61 | Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), ATCC 700699 | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 62 | Staphylococcus epidermidis (MRSE), ATCC 29887 | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 63 | Streptococcus mutans | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 64 | Streptococcus salivarius | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 65 | Staphylococcus saprophyticus | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 66 | Streptococcus mitis | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 67 | Streptococcus pyogenes, M1 | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 68 | Toxoplasma gondii | 1.00 x 106tachyzooites/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 69 | Treponema pallidum** | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 70 | Trichomonas vaginalis | 1.00 x 106trophozoites/ml | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 71 | Ureaplasma urealyticum | 1.00 x 106CCU/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
| 72 | VZV | 1.00 x 105copies/mL | 0/3 | 0/3 |
* Quantified material was not available to test; instead the vendor provided a culture fluid with a known Ct value. The site was directed to dilute the stock to a relevant Ct value; 1:50 dilution factor.
**Microorganism was not available for testing therefore in silico NCBI BLAST analysis was performed and found no cross reactivity.
$\mathrm{N / A} =$ Not applicable
# Interference
The performance of the Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay was evaluated with potentially interfering substances that may be present on cutaneous and mucocutaneous swabs at the concentrations indicated in the table below. A total of 24 potentially interfering substances were tested in a low positive HSV-1 and HSV-2 sample (4 times LoD) in negative cutaneous and mucocutaneous swab matrix containing male and female cutaneous and mucocutaneous swabs and assayed in triplicate. No interference was observed.
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| Potential Interferent | Interferent Concentration | # Detected/# Total | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | HSV-1 | HSV-2 |
| Acetaminophen | 7% w/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Albumin | 10 mg/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Buffy coat | 7% v/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Carmex Original Lip Balm (Camphor, 1.7%; Menthol, 0.7%) | 10% v/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Casein | 10 mg/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Chlorpheniramine maleate | 5 mg/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Cold-EEZE Cold Remedy plus Throat (Zincum Gluconicum 2X) | 10% v/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Cornstarch | 1.25 mg/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Desitin (Zinc Oxide, 40%) | 7% w/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Dextromethorphan hydrobromide | 10 mg/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Foscarnet | 1.25 mg/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Ganciclovir | 2.5 mg/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Lanacane Benzethonium chloride, 0.2%; Benzocaine, 20%) | 7% v/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Lip Clear Lysine (Zinc Oxide, 1.2%) | 7% w/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Listerine (Eucalyptol, 0.092%; Menthol, 0.042%; Methyl salicylate, 0.060%; Thymol, 0.064%) | 7% v/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Miconazole 3 (Miconazole nitrate, 2%) | 7% w/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Seminal fluid | 7% w/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Spermicide | 7% w/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Tioconazole | 7% w/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Toothpaste | 7% w/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Valganciclovir | 2.5 mg/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Whole Blood | 10% v/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| Urine | 10% v/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| KY Jelly | 5% v/v | 3/3 | 3/3 |
## Competitive Interference
Competitive interference was studied to evaluate the effects of clinically relevant co-infections with each of the analytes detected by the Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay. The study assessed whether a high concentration of one virus in the sample could potentially affect the Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay performance for another target present at low levels. A low sample was contrived at approximately 4 times LoD for each target (HSV-1 McIntryre strain and HSV-2 G strain), and a baseline Ct was determined for each sample. Each potential concomitant infecting virus was spiked into the low level sample and assayed in triplicate. Baseline sample results are
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also shown below. No competitive interference was observed.
| Baseline (Low Level) | | Competitive Interferent (High Concentration) | | Qualitative Results (#Detected/#Total) | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Strain | Concentration (TCID50/mL) | Strain | Concentration (TCID50/mL) | HSV-1 | HSV-2 |
| HSV-1 McIntyre | 16 | HSV-2 G | 0 | 5/5 | 0/5 |
| HSV-1 McIntyre | 16 | HSV-2 G | 1.00 x 10^6 | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| | | | | | |
| HSV-2 G | 8 | HSV-1 McIntyre | 0 | 0/5 | 5/5 |
| HSV-2 G | 8 | HSV-1 McIntyre | 1.71 x 10^3 | 3/3 | 3/3 |
# Inhibition By Other Microorganisms
The Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay was evaluated by testing the ability to identify HSV-1 and HSV-2 viruses when other potentially inhibitory organisms are present. The panel of 71 potentially inhibitory organisms was individually spiked into a pool with a low concentration (approximately 4 times LoD) of HSV-1 and HSV-2 in cutaneous and mucocutaneous swab matrix. Each microorganism sample was initially tested in triplicate and if any one of the replicates was "Not Detected" for either the HSV-1 or the HSV-2 targets then five additional replicates would be tested to confirm if any inhibition was caused by the microorganism. If the majority of replicates $(>4/8)$ were "Not Detected" then an inhibitory effect would be determined. None of the microorganisms caused $>4/8$ of the replicates to be "Not Detected". In silico NCBI BLAST analysis was performed for 7 potential inhibitory organisms.
| No. | Microorganism | Tested Concentration | Qualitative Result (#Detected/#Total) | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | HSV-1 | HSV-2 |
| 1 | Baseline | Not Applicable | 35/35 | 35/35 |
| 2 | Acinetobacter calcoaceticus | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 3 | Acinetobacter lwoffii | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 4 | Bacteroides fragilis | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 5 | Bacteroides ureolyticus** | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 6 | Bordetella bronchiseptica | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 7 | Bordetella pertussis | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 8 | Candida albicans | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 9 | Candida glabrata | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 10 | Candida guilliermondii | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 11 | Candida krusei | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 12 | Candida lusitaniae | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 13 | Candida parapsilosis | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
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| No. | Microorganism | Tested Concentration | Qualitative Result (#Detected/#Total) | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | HSV-1 | HSV-2 |
| 14 | Candida tropicalis | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 15 | Chlamydophila pneumoniae | 1.00 x 106IFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 16 | Chlamydia trachomatis | 1.00 X 106IFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 17 | Clostridium sordellii | 1.00 X 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 18 | Clostridium perfringens | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 19 | Corynebacterium genitalium | 1.00 X 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 20 | Coronavirus (HCoV OC43) | 1.00 x 105TCID50/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 21 | Corynebacterium diphtheriae | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 22 | Coxsackievirus B (CVB-1) | 1.00 x 105TCID50/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 23 | Cytomegalovirus | 1.00 X 105TCID50/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 24 | Enterobacter cloacae | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 25 | Enterococcus faecium | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 26 | Enterococcus faecalis vanB | 1.00 X 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 27 | Enterovirus 70 | 1.00 x 105TCID50/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 28 | Enterovirus 71 | 1.00 X 105TCID50/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 29 | Epstein Barr Virus (B95-8) | 1.00 X 105copies/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 30 | Escherichia coli O157H7 | 1.00 X 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 31 | Fusobacterium nucleatum | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 32 | Gardnerella vaginalis | 1.00 X 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 33 | Haemophilus ducreyi** | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 34 | Haemophilus influenzae (Type A) | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 35 | Hepatitis B | 1.00 X 105IU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 36 | Hepatitis C | 1.00 X 105IU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 37 | HHV-6 (Z29 Strain) | 1.00 X 105TCID50/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 38 | HHV-7 SB | 1.00 X 105TCID50/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 39 | HIV-1 IIIB | 1.00 X 105copies/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 40 | HIV-2 NIHZ* | N/A | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 41 | HPV18 Recombinant | 1.00 X 105PFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 42 | Human metapneumovirus | 1.00 x 105TCID50/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 43 | Lactobacillus acidophilus | 1.00 X 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 44 | Legionella pneumophila | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 45 | Mobiluncus mulieris | 1.00 X 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 46 | Moraxella catarrhalis | 1.00 x 106CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 47 | Mycoplasma genitalium** | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 48 | Mycoplasma hominis | 1.00 X 106CCU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 49 | Mycoplasma orale** | Not Applicable | N/A | N/A |
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| No. | Microorganism | Tested Concentration | Qualitative Result (#Detected/#Total) | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | HSV-1 | HSV-2 |
| 50 | Mycoplasma pneumoniae | 1.00 x 10^6 CCU/mL | 4/8 | 5/8 |
| 51 | Mycoplasma salivarium** | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 52 | Neisseria gonorrhoeae | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 53 | Neisseria meningitides | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 54 | Prevotella melaninogenica | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 55 | Proteus vulgaris | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 56 | Respiratory syncytial virus A | 1.00 x 10^5 TCID50/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 57 | Respiratory syncytial virus B | 1.00 x 10^5 TCID50/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 58 | Rubella | 1.00 X 10^5 TCID50/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 59 | Salmonella enteritidis** | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 60 | Salmonella typhimurium | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 61 | Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), ATCC 700699 | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 62 | Staphylococcus epidermidis (MRSE), ATCC 29887 | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 63 | Streptococcus mutans | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 64 | Streptococcus salivarius | 1.00 x 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 65 | Staphylococcus saprophyticus | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 66 | Streptococcus mitis | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 67 | Streptococcus pyogenes, M1 | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 68 | Toxoplasma gondii | 1.00 X 10^6 tachyzoites/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 69 | Treponema pallidum** | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 70 | Trichomonas vaginalis | 1.00 X 10^6 trophozoites/ml | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 71 | Ureaplasma urealyticum | 1.00 X 10^6 CFU/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| 72 | VZV | 1.00 X 10^5 copies/mL | 3/3 | 3/3 |
* Quantified material was not available to test; instead the vendor provided a culture fluid with a known Ct value. The site was directed to dilute the stock to a relevant Ct value; 1:50 dilution factor.
**Microorganism was not available for testing therefore in silico NCBI BLAST analysis was performed and found no inhibition.
$\mathrm{N / A} =$ Not applicable.
h. Sample stability studies:
No changes were made from the clearance of K150962.
i. Stability studies:
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No changes were made from the clearance of K150962.
j. Carryover contamination:
No changes were made from the clearance of K150962.
k. Fresh vs Frozen:
No changes were made from the clearance of K150962.
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):
Clinical Agreement
## Prospective Study 1 – Cutaneous and Mucocutaneous Swab Sample Type K150962
A total of 718 cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesion swab samples were prospectively collected May 28, 2014 through December 4, 2014 from patients with signs and symptoms of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection from 6 geographically diverse locations. Of the 718 samples collected, 9 samples were removed from the analysis because they were either not tested or had invalid results on the 3 assays (Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct, culture, or bi-directional sequencing). Of the 709 remaining samples, 13 samples were removed from the analysis because they were not tested on the tests included in the composite comparator method sufficient to generate a final comparator result. A total of 696 samples were used for the analysis. Samples were
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tested on Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct at the collection sites, culture samples were sent to a central lab, and the sequencing samples were sent to DiaSorin Molecular. All samples were either tested fresh or frozen within 72 hours of sample collection. Aliquots were made from each sample; 1 aliquot was tested on Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct at the collection site, and the remainder was sent to DiaSorin Molecular. One aliquot was sent for culture testing at an external site, 1 aliquot was used for bi-directional sequencing, and the last aliquot was held as a retain. Any sample that was not collected and frozen within 72 hours was disqualified.
The testing included 332 total runs with 638 evaluable controls, and 5 invalid control pairs. There were 718 patient samples of which 2 were not evaluable due to internal control failure, 5 not evaluable due to invalid runs, 1 was not evaluable due to wrong sample type, 1 not evaluable due to testing on a commercial instrument, 5 Insufficient Volume Errors, 3 not evaluable because of daily control issues, and 5 non-enrollable patient samples not meeting acceptance criteria (tested >72hrs post collection).
## Prospective Study 2 – Cutaneous and Mucocutaneous Swab Sample Type K173798
A total of 514 cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesion swab samples were prospectively collected July 24, 2017 through October 11, 2017. These samples were collected from patients with signs and symptoms of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection from 4 geographically diverse sites. Of the 514 samples, 511 samples were evaluable on Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct, 512 were evaluable by the culture method, and 510 were evaluable by the bi-directional sequencing method. Samples were tested on Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct at the collection sites, culture samples were sent to a central lab, and the sequencing samples were sent to DiaSorin Molecular. All samples were either tested fresh or frozen within 72 hours of sample collection. Aliquots were made from each sample; 1 aliquot was tested on Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct at the collection site, and the remainder was sent to DiaSorin Molecular. One aliquot was sent for culture testing at an external site, 1 aliquot was used for bi-directional sequencing, and the last aliquot was held as a retain. Any sample that was not collected and frozen within 72 hours was disqualified.
The testing included 153 total Runs with 250 evaluable controls, and 3 invalid control pairs. There were 514 patient samples of which 2 were not evaluable due to EC505 codes from both the HSV-1 (FAM) & HSV-2 (CFR610) channel, 2 Insufficient Volume errors, 18 samples not evaluable because of daily control issues (7 samples were non-evaluable due to invalid PC control runs and 11 samples were non-evaluable due to no daily control runs) and 1 was a non-enrollable patient sample that did not meet the acceptance criteria (tested >72hrs post collection).
## Retrospective Study – Cutaneous and Mucocutaneous Swab Sample Type
A total of 174 Cutaneous HSV-1 swabs, 174 Mucocutaneous HSV-2 swabs and 17 samples from unknown locations, were retrospectively collected June 6, 2011 to May 17, 2014 and February 21, 2017 through July 17, 2017. All samples were tested using the composite comparator method.
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The clinical performance of the Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay was evaluated by comparing the positive and negative percent agreement to a composite comparator algorithm consisting of culture, bi-directional sequencing and a FDA cleared NAAT. All samples yielding a positive result by either sequencing or culture were tested on an FDA cleared NAAT and a 2 out of 3 rule was used to determine the final composite results. All sites collected and tested the swab samples on the Simplexa HSV-1 and HSV-2 Direct and sent samples to a central lab for culture testing. For culture, each sample was tested for HSV-2 first, and if positive for HSV-2, no further testing was performed. Samples that were HSV-2 culture negative were further tested for HSV-1 culture positivity. Dual positives could not be identified in the culture assay.
The available retained samples were sent to DiaSorin Molecular and tested in a validated bi-directional sequencing assay. Results for Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct compared to the composite comparator algorithm are presented in the tables that follow when combined with the data from the second sample set.
## Prospective Results Composite Reference Method HSV-1 Cutaneous Swabs
The table below shows HSV-1 positive and negative percent agreement (PPA and NPA) vs. Composite Reference Method based on the observed prevalence in the study population for HSV-1 for Cutaneous swabs.
| Clinical Agreement - (Cutaneous for HSV-1) | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct Results | Composite Reference Method | | |
| | Detected | Not Detected | Total |
| Detected | 30 | 7 | 37 |
| Not Detected | 0 | 182 | 182 |
| Total | 30 | 189 | 219 |
| | | | |
| %PPA | 100.0%(30/30)
95% CI: 88.7% to 100.0% | %NPA | 96.3%(182/189)
95% CI: 92.6% to 98.5% |
## Prospective Results Composite Reference Method HSV-1 Mucocutaneous Swabs
The table below shows HSV-1 positive and negative percent Agreement (PPA and NPA) vs. Composite Reference Method based on the observed prevalence in the study population for HSV-1 for Mucocutaneous swabs.
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| Clinical Agreement - (Mucocutaneous for HSV-1) | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct Results | Composite Reference Method | | |
| | Detected | Not Detected | Total |
| Detected | 162 | 18 | 180 |
| Not Detected | 3 | 703 | 706 |
| Total | 165 | 721 | 887 |
| | | | |
| %PPA | 98.2%(162/165)
95% CI: 94.4% to 99.6% | %NPA | 97.5%(703/721)
95% CI: 96.1% to 98.4% |
Prospective Results Composite Reference Method HSV-2 Cutaneous Swabs
The table below shows HSV-2 positive and negative percent agreement (PPA and NPA) vs. Composite Reference Method based on the observed prevalence in the study population for HSV-2 for Cutaneous swabs.
| Clinical Agreement - (Cutaneous for HSV-2) | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct Results | Composite Reference Method | | |
| | Detected | Not Detected | Total |
| Detected | 32 | 4 | 36 |
| Not Detected | 1 | 182 | 183 |
| Total | 33 | 186 | 219 |
| | | | |
| %PPA | 97.0%(32/33)
95% CI: 84.4% to 99.5% | %NPA | 97.9%(182/186)
95% CI: 94.6% to 99.2% |
Prospective Results Composite Reference Method HSV-2 Mucocutaneous Swabs
The table below shows HSV-2 positive and negative percent agreement (PPA and NPA) vs. Composite Reference Method based on the observed prevalence in the study population for HSV-2 for Mucocutaneous swabs.
| Clinical Agreement - (Mucocutaneous for HSV-2) | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct Results | Composite Reference Method | | |
| | Detected | Not Detected | Total |
| Detected | 193 | 23 | 216 |
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| Clinical Agreement - (Mucocutaneous for HSV-2) | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct Results | Composite Reference Method | | |
| | Detected | Not Detected | Total |
| Not Detected | 1 | 669 | 670 |
| Total | 194 | 692 | 886 |
| | | | |
| %PPA | 99.5%(193/194)
95% CI: 97.1% to 100.0% | %NPA | 96.7%(669/692)
95% CI: 95.1% to 97.8% |
Retrospective Results Composite Reference Method HSV-1 Cutaneous Swabs
The table below shows HSV-1 positive and negative percent agreement (PPA and NPA) vs. Composite Reference Method for retrospectively collected HSV-1 for Cutaneous swabs.
| Clinical Agreement - (Cutaneous for HSV-1) | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct Results | Composite Reference Method | | |
| | Detected | Not Detected | Total |
| Detected | 26 | 1 | 27 |
| Not Detected | 0 | 91 | 91 |
| Total | 26 | 92 | 118 |
| | | | |
| %PPA | 100.0%(26/26)
95% CI: 87.1% to 100.0% | %NPA | 98.9%(91/92)
95% CI: 94.1% to 99.8% |
Retrospective Results Composite Reference Method HSV-1 Mucocutaneous Swabs
The table below shows HSV-1 positive and negative percent Agreement (PPA and NPA) vs. Composite Reference Method for retrospectively collected HSV-1 for Mucocutaneous swabs.
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| Clinical Agreement - (Mucocutaneous for HSV-1) | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct Results | Composite Reference Method | | |
| | Detected | Not Detected | Total |
| Detected | 32 | 1 | 33 |
| Not Detected | 0 | 113 | 113 |
| Total | 32 | 114 | 146 |
| | | | |
| %PPA | 100.0%(32/32)
95% CI: 89.3% to 100.0% | %NPA | 99.1%(113/114)
95% CI: 95.2% to 100.0% |
Retrospective Results Composite Reference Method HSV-2 Cutaneous Swabs
The table below shows HSV-2 positive and negative percent agreement (PPA and NPA) vs. Composite Reference Method for retrospectively collected HSV-2 for Cutaneous swabs.
| Clinical Agreement - (Cutaneous for HSV-2) | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct Results | Composite Reference Method | | |
| | Detected | Not Detected | Total |
| Detected | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| Not Detected | 0 | 89 | 89 |
| Total | 29 | 89 | 118 |
| | | | |
| %PPA | 100.0%(29/29)
95% CI: 88.3% to 100.0% | %NPA | 100.0%(89/89)
95% CI: 95.9% to 100.0% |
Retrospective Results Composite Reference Method HSV-2 Mucocutaneous Swabs
The table below shows HSV-2 positive and negative percent Agreement (PPA and NPA) vs. Composite Reference Method for retrospectively collected HSV-2 for Mucocutaneous swabs.
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| Clinical Agreement - (Mucocutaneous for HSV-2) | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct Results | Composite Reference Method | | |
| | Detected | Not Detected | Total |
| Detected | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| Not Detected | 0 | 124 | 124 |
| Total | 22 | 124 | 146 |
| | | | |
| %PPA | 100.0%(22/22)
95% CI: 85.1% to 100.0% | %NPA | 100.0%(124/124)
95% CI: 97.0% to 100.0% |
Retrospective Results Composite Reference Method HSV-1 Unknown Locations Cutaneous Swabs
The table below shows HSV-1 positive and negative percent agreement (PPA and NPA) vs. Composite Reference Method for retrospectively collected HSV-1 for Cutaneous swabs from unknown locations.
| Clinical Agreement - (Unknown Sample Locations for HSV-1) | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct Results | Composite Reference Method | | |
| | Detected | Not Detected | Total |
| Detected | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Not Detected | 0 | 12 | 12 |
| Total | 3 | 12 | 15 |
| | | | |
| %PPA | 100.0%(3/3)
95% CI: 43.9% to 100.0% | %NPA | 100.0%(12/12)
95% CI: 75.8% to 100.0% |
Retrospective Results Composite Reference Method HSV-2 Unknown Locations Cutaneous Swabs
The table below shows HSV-2 positive and negative percent agreement (PPA and NPA) vs. Composite Reference Method for retrospectively collected HSV-2 for Cutaneous swabs from unknown locations.
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| Clinical Agreement - (Unknown Sample Locations for HSV-2) | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct Results | Composite Reference Method | | |
| | Detected | Not Detected | Total |
| Detected | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Not Detected | 0 | 12 | 12 |
| Total | 3 | 12 | 15 |
| | | | |
| %PPA | 100.0%(3/3)
95% CI: 43.9% to 100.0% | %NPA | 100.0%(12/12)
95% CI: 75.8% to 100.0% |
4. Clinical cut-off:
Not Applicable
5. Expected values/Reference range:
The observed expected values using the Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 Direct assay are presented below. The data is stratified by age, gender and lesion location.
Cutaneous and Mucocutaneous Lesion Swabs by Age and Gender
| Gender | Age Group | Total | Simplexa HSV 1& 2
Direct HSV-1 Results | | Simplexa HSV 1& 2
Direct HSV-2 Results | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | Positive | Prevalence | Positive | Prevalence |
| Female | ≤18 years | 128 | 24 | 18.8% | 20 | 15.6% |
| | >18 to 21 years | 96 | 34 | 35.4% | 24 | 25.0% |
| | >21 years | 779 | 141 | 18.1% | 204 | 26.2% |
| | All | 1003 | 199 | 19.8% | 248 | 24.7% |
| Male | ≤18 years | 36 | 11 | 30.6% | 1 | 2.8% |
| | >18 to 21 years | 31 | 14 | 45.2% | 7 | 22.6% |
| | >21 years | 142 | 19 | 13.4% | 28 | 19.7% |
| | All | 209 | 44 | 21.1% | 36 | 17.2% |
| All | | 1212 | 243 | 20.0% | 284 | 23.4% |
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Cutaneous and Mucocutaneous Lesion Swabs by Lesion Location
| Skin Type | Lesion Location | Total Specimens | Simplexa HSV 1& 2 Direct HSV-1 Results | | Simplexa HSV 1& 2 Direct HSV-2 Results | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | Positive | Prevalence | Positive | Prevalence |
| Cutaneous | Genital | 136 | 28 | 20.6% | 31 | 22.8% |
| | Skin | 92 | 12 | 13.0% | 7 | 7.6% |
| | All | 228 | 40 | 17.5% | 38 | 16.7% |
| Mucocutaneous | Anorectal | 16 | 6 | 37.5% | 2 | 12.5% |
| | Genital | 854 | 167 | 19.6% | 232 | 27.2% |
| | Nasal | 3 | 1 | 33.3% | 0 | 0.0% |
| | Ocular | 11 | 2 | 18.2% | 0 | 0.0% |
| | Oral | 51 | 20 | 39.2% | 1 | 2.0% |
| | Unknown | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% |
| | Urethra | 3 | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% |
| | All | 940 | 196 | 20.9% | 235 | 25.0% |
| Unknown | Unknown | 44 | 7 | 15.9% | 11 | 25.0% |
| | All | 44 | 7 | 15.9% | 11 | 25.0% |
| All | | 1212 | 243 | 20.0% | 284 | 23.4% |
N. Proposed Labeling:
The labeling is sufficient and it satisfies the requirements of 21 CFR Parts 801 and 809, as applicable.
O. Conclusion:
The submitted information in this premarket notification is complete and supports a substantial equivalence decision.
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Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
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1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.