CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel: Influenza A/B Typing Kit (VER 2); Influenza A SubTyping Kit (VER 4); Influenza B Genotyping Kit (VER 1.1 and 2); and Influenza A/H5 Subtyping Kit (VER 4)
K243274 · Centers for Disease Control and Prevention · OZE · Jul 11, 2025 · Microbiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K243274
Device Name
CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel: Influenza A/B Typing Kit (VER 2); Influenza A SubTyping Kit (VER 4); Influenza B Genotyping Kit (VER 1.1 and 2); and Influenza A/H5 Subtyping Kit (VER 4)
Applicant
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Product Code
OZE · Microbiology
Decision Date
Jul 11, 2025
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 866.3980
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
PCCP
Indications for Use
CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel, Influenza A/B Typing Kit (Ver2): The Influenza A/B Typing Kit contains reagents and controls of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Human Influenza Virus Real-Time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) Diagnostic Panel and is intended for use in real-time RT-PCR (rRT-PCR) assays on an in vitro diagnostic real-time PCR instrument that has been U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-cleared for use with this kit in conjunction with clinical and epidemiological information: - For qualitative detection of influenza virus type A or B viral ribonucleic acid (RNA) in upper respiratory tract clinical specimens (including nasopharyngeal swabs [NPS], nasal swabs [NS], throat swabs [TS], nasal aspirates [NA], nasal washes [NW] and dual nasopharyngeal/throat swabs [NPS/TS]) and lower respiratory tract specimens (including bronchoalveolar lavage [BAL], bronchial wash [BW], tracheal aspirate [TA], sputum, and lung tissue) from human patients with signs and symptoms of respiratory infection and/or from viral culture. - To provide epidemiologic information for surveillance of circulating influenza viruses. CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel, Influenza A Subtyping Kit (Ver4): The Influenza A Subtyping Kit contains reagents and controls of the CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel and is intended for use in real-time RT-PCR (rRT-PCR) assays on an in vitro diagnostic real-time PCR instrument that has been FDA-cleared for use with this kit in conjunction with clinical and epidemiological information: - For determination of the subtype of seasonal human influenza A viruses as seasonal A(H3) and/or A(H1)pdm09 from viral RNA in upper respiratory tract clinical specimens (including nasopharyngeal swabs [NPS], nasal swabs [NS], throat swabs [TS], nasal aspirates [NA], nasal washes [NW], and dual nasopharyngeal/throat swabs [NPS/TS]) and lower respiratory tract specimens (including bronchoalveolar lavage [BAL], bronchial wash [BW], tracheal aspirate [TA], sputum, and lung tissue) from human patients with signs and symptoms of respiratory infection and/or from viral culture; - To provide epidemiologic information for surveillance of circulating influenza viruses. CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel, Influenza A/H5 Subtyping Kit (Ver4): The Influenza A/H5 Subtyping Kit contains reagents and controls of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel and is intended for use in real-time RT-PCR (rRT-PCR) assays on an in vitro diagnostic real-time PCR instrument that has been FDA-cleared for use with this kit in conjunction with clinical and epidemiological information: - For the presumptive identification of virus in patients who may be infected with influenza A subtype A(H5) (Asian lineage) from viral RNA in human respiratory specimens, conjunctival swabs and viral culture in conjunction with clinical and epidemiological risk factors; - To provide epidemiologic information for surveillance of circulating influenza viruses. CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel, Influenza B Lineage Genotyping Kit (Ver1.1 and 2): The Influenza B Lineage Genotyping Kit contains reagents and controls of the CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel and is intended for use in real-time RT-PCR (rRT-PCR) assays on an in vitro diagnostic real-time PCR instrument that has been FDA-cleared for use with this kit in conjunction with clinical and epidemiological information: - For the determination of the genetic lineage of human influenza B viruses as B/Victoria or B/Yamagata lineage from viral RNA in upper respiratory tract clinical specimens (including nasopharyngeal swabs [NPS], nasal swabs [NS], throat swabs [TS], nasal aspirates [NA], nasal washes [NW] and dual nasopharyngeal/throat swabs [NPS/TS]) from human patients with signs and symptoms of respiratory infection and/or from viral culture; - To provide epidemiologic information for surveillance of circulating influenza viruses.
Device Story
Panel consists of four kits (Influenza A/B Typing, A Subtyping, B Lineage Genotyping, A/H5 Subtyping) using rRT-PCR. Inputs: viral RNA extracted from respiratory specimens or viral culture. Operation: oligonucleotide primers/probes target conserved regions of M, NS, NP, and HA genes; RNase P gene used as control. Output: qualitative detection/characterization of influenza virus RNA. Used in clinical/public health laboratories by trained personnel. Results support clinical decision-making and epidemiological surveillance. Device includes a Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) allowing future modifications to instruments, master mixes, extraction methods, and probe quenchers without new 510(k) submissions, provided validation criteria are met.
Clinical Evidence
No new clinical data provided; device relies on previously cleared performance characteristics (K243931 and others). PCCP mandates future clinical validation for modifications, requiring demonstration of PPA/NPA meeting pre-specified point estimates and 95% confidence intervals compared to a comparator.
Technological Characteristics
rRT-PCR assay using oligonucleotide primers and fluorescently labeled hydrolysis probes. Targets conserved regions of influenza M, NS, NP, and HA genes. Includes RNase P control. Compatible with FDA-cleared real-time PCR instruments. No changes to materials or design from predicate.
Indications for Use
Indicated for qualitative detection, subtyping, and genotyping of influenza A and B viruses in human respiratory specimens (upper/lower tract, conjunctival) and viral culture from patients with signs/symptoms of respiratory infection. Used for surveillance of circulating influenza viruses. H5 subtyping indicated for presumptive identification of Asian lineage A(H5) in patients meeting DHHS clinical/epidemiologic criteria.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A respiratory viral panel multiplex nucleic acid assay is a qualitative in vitro diagnostic device intended to simultaneously detect and identify multiple viral nucleic acids extracted from human respiratory specimens or viral culture. The detection and identification of a specific viral nucleic acid from individuals exhibiting signs and symptoms of respiratory infection aids in the diagnosis of respiratory viral infection when used in conjunction with other clinical and laboratory findings. The device is intended for detection and identification of a combination of the following viruses:(1) Influenza A and Influenza B; (2) Influenza A subtype H1 and Influenza A subtype H3; (3) Respiratory Syncytial Virus subtype A and Respiratory Syncytial Virus subtype B; (4) Parainfluenza 1, Parainfluenza 2, and Parainfluenza 3 virus; (5) Human Metapneumovirus; (6) Rhinovirus; and (7) Adenovirus.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls are:(1) FDA's guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Respiratory Viral Panel Multiplex Nucleic Acid Assay;”
(2) For a device that detects and identifies Human Metapneumovirus, FDA's guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Testing for Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) Using Nucleic Acid Assays;” and
(3) For a device that detects and differentiates Influenza A subtype H1 and subtype H3, FDA's guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Testing for Detection and Differentiation of Influenza A Virus Subtypes Using Multiplex Nucleic Acid Assays.” See § 866.1(e) for the availability of these guidance documents.
Predicate Devices
CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel: Influenza A/B Typing Kit (VER 2), Influenza A Subtyping Kit (VER 4), Influenza B Lineage Genotyping Kit (VER 1.1 and 2), and Influenza A/H5 Subtyping Kit (VER 4) (K243931)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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FDA
U.S. FOOD & DRUG
ADMINISTRATION
# 510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION DECISION SUMMARY
ASSAY ONLY
## I Background Information:
A 510(k) Number
K243274
B Applicant
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
C Proprietary and Established Names
CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel: Influenza A/B Typing Kit (VER 2), Influenza A Subtyping Kit (VER 4), Influenza B Lineage Genotyping Kit (VER 1.1 and 2), and Influenza A/H5 Subtyping Kit (VER 4)
D Regulatory Information
| Product Code(s) | Classification | Regulation Section | Panel |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| OZE | Class II | 21 CFR 866.3980 - Respiratory Viral Panel Multiplex Nucleic Acid Assay | MI - Microbiology |
## II Submission/Device Overview:
### A Purpose for Submission:
To establish a Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) to validate certain future device modifications for the CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel, Influenza A/B Typing Kit (VER 2), Influenza A Subtyping Kit (VER 4), Influenza B Lineage Genotyping Kit (VER 1.1 and 2), and Influenza A/H5 Subtyping Kit (VER 4).
### B Measurand:
Influenza A, influenza B, seasonal human influenza A(H3), seasonal human influenza A(H1)pdm09, B/Victoria genetic lineage of human influenza B, B/Yamagata genetic lineage of human influenza B, and influenza A subtype A(H5) (Asian lineage) viral RNA target sequences.
### C Type of Test:
Real-time RT-PCR (rRT-PCR) assays.
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# III Intended Use/Indications for Use:
## A Intended Use(s):
See Indications for Use below.
## B Indication(s) for Use:
CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel, Influenza A/B Typing Kit (VER 2):
The Influenza A/B Typing Kit contains reagents and controls of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Human Influenza Virus Real-Time reverse transcription time RT-PCR (rRT-PCR) assays on an in vitro diagnostic real-time PCR instrument that has been U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-cleared for use with this kit in conjunction with clinical and epidemiological information:
- For qualitative detection of influenza virus type A or B viral ribonucleic acid (RNA) in upper respiratory tract clinical specimens (including nasopharyngeal swabs [NPS], nasal swabs [NS], throat swabs [TS], nasal aspirates [NA], nasal washes [NW] and dual nasopharyngeal/throat swabs [NPS/TS]) and lower respiratory tract specimens (including bronchoalveolar lavage [BAL], bronchial wash [BW], tracheal aspirate [TA], sputum, and lung tissue) from human patients with signs and symptoms of respiratory infection and/or from viral culture.
- To provide epidemiologic information for surveillance of circulating influenza viruses.
Performance characteristics for influenza were established during a season when seasonal influenza viruses A(H1N1) and A(H3N2) were the predominant influenza A viruses in circulation and during a season when the A(H1N1)pdm09 influenza virus was the predominant influenza A virus in circulation. Performance characteristics may vary with other emerging influenza A viruses.
Negative results do not preclude influenza virus infection and should not be used as the sole basis for treatment or other patient management decisions. Conversely, positive results do not rule out bacterial infection or co-infection with other viruses. The agent detected may not be the definite cause of disease.
All users, analysts, and any person reporting results from use of this device should be trained to perform and interpret the results from this procedure by a competent instructor prior to use. CDC Influenza Division will limit the distribution of this device to only those users who have successfully completed a training course provided by CDC instructors or designees.
If infection with a novel influenza A virus is suspected based on current clinical and epidemiological screening criteria recommended by public health authorities, specimens should be collected with appropriate infection control precautions for novel virulent influenza viruses and sent to state or local health department for testing. Viral culture should not be attempted in these cases unless a BSL 3+ facility is available to receive and culture specimens.
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# CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel, Influenza A Subtyping Kit (VER 4):
The Influenza A Subtyping Kit contains reagents and controls of the CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel and is intended for use in real-time RT-PCR (rRT-PCR) assays on an in vitro diagnostic real-time PCR instrument that has been FDA-cleared for use with this kit in conjunction with clinical and epidemiological information:
- For determination of the subtype of seasonal human influenza A viruses as seasonal A(H3) and/or A(H1)pdm09 from viral RNA in upper respiratory tract clinical specimens (including nasopharyngeal swabs [NPS], nasal swabs [NS], throat swabs [TS], nasal aspirates [NA], nasal washes [NW], and dual nasopharyngeal/throat swabs [NPS/TS]) and lower respiratory tract specimens (including bronchoalveolar lavage [BAL], bronchial wash [BW], tracheal aspirate [TA], sputum, and lung tissue) from human patients with signs and symptoms of respiratory infection and/or from viral culture;
- To provide epidemiologic information for surveillance of circulating influenza viruses.
Performance characteristics for influenza were established during a season when seasonal influenza viruses A(H1N1) and A(H3N2) were the predominant influenza A virus in circulation. Performance characteristics may vary with other emerging influenza A viruses.
Negative results do not preclude influenza virus infection and should not be used as the sole basis for treatment or other patient management decisions. Conversely, positive results do not rule out bacterial infection or co-infection with other viruses. The agent detected may not be the definite cause of disease.
If infection with a novel influenza A virus is suspected based on current clinical and epidemiological screening criteria recommended by public health authorities, specimens should be collected with appropriate infection control precautions for novel influenza viruses and sent to state or local health department for testing. Viral culture should not be attempted unless a BSL 3E facility is available to receive and culture specimens.
All users, analysts, and any person reporting results from use of this device should be trained to perform and interpret the results from this procedure by a competent instructor prior to use. CDC Influenza Division will limit the distribution of this device to only those users who have successfully completed a training course provided by CDC instructors or designees.
# CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel, Influenza B Lineage Genotyping Kit (VER 1.1 and VER 2):
The Influenza B Lineage Genotyping Kit contains reagents and controls of the CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel and is intended for use in real-time RT-PCR (rRT-PCR) assays on an in vitro diagnostic real-time PCR instrument that has been FDA-cleared for use with this kit in conjunction with clinical and epidemiological information:
- For the determination of the genetic lineage of human influenza B viruses as B/Victoria or B/Yamagata lineage from viral RNA in upper respiratory tract clinical specimens (including nasopharyngeal swabs [NPS], nasal swabs [NS], throat swabs [TS], nasal aspirates [NA], nasal
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washes [NW] and dual nasopharyngeal/throat swabs [NPS/TS]) from human patients with signs and symptoms of respiratory infection and/or from viral culture;
- To provide epidemiologic information for surveillance of circulating influenza viruses.
Performance characteristics for influenza B lineage genotyping were established during a season when influenza B/Victoria and B/Yamagata lineages were in circulation.
Negative results do not preclude influenza virus infection and should not be used as the sole basis for treatment or other patient management decisions. Conversely, positive results do not rule out bacterial infection or co-infection with other viruses. The agent detected may not be the definite cause of disease.
All users, analysts, and any person reporting results from use of this device should be trained to perform and interpret the results from this procedure by a competent instructor prior to use. CDC Influenza Division will limit the distribution of this device to only those users who have successfully completed a training course provided by CDC instructors or designees.
CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel, Influenza A/H5 Subtyping Kit (VER 4):
The Influenza A/H5 Subtyping Kit contains reagents and controls of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel and is intended for use in real-time RT-PCR (rRT-PCR) assays on an in vitro diagnostic real-time PCR instrument that has been FDA-cleared for use with this kit in conjunction with clinical and epidemiological information:
- For the presumptive identification of virus in patients who may be infected with influenza A subtype A(H5) (Asian lineage) from viral RNA in human respiratory specimens, conjunctival swabs, and viral culture in conjunction with clinical and epidemiological risk factors;
- To provide epidemiologic information for surveillance of circulating influenza viruses.
Performance characteristics for influenza were established during a season when seasonal influenza viruses A(H1N1) and A(H3N2) were the predominant influenza A viruses in circulation and during a season when the A(H1N1)pdm09 influenza virus was the predominant influenza A virus in circulation. Performance characteristics may vary with other emerging influenza A viruses.
Testing with the influenza H5a and H5b primer and probe sets should not be performed unless the patient meets the most current U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) clinical and epidemiologic criteria for testing suspect A(H5) specimens. The definitive identification of influenza A(H5) (Asian lineage) either directly from patient specimens or from virus cultures requires additional laboratory testing, along with clinical and epidemiological assessment in consultation with national influenza surveillance experts.
Negative results do not preclude influenza virus infection and should not be used as the sole basis for treatment or other patient management decisions. Conversely, positive results do not rule out bacterial infection or co-infection with other viruses. The agent detected may not be the definite cause of disease.
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If infection with a novel influenza A virus is suspected based on current clinical and epidemiological screening criteria recommended by public health authorities, specimens should be collected with appropriate infection control precautions for novel virulent influenza viruses and sent to state or local health department for testing. Viral culture should not be attempted unless a BSL 3E facility is available to receive and culture specimens.
All users, analysts, and any person reporting results from use of this device should be trained to perform and interpret the results from this procedure by a competent instructor prior to use. CDC Influenza Division will limit the distribution of this device to only those users who have successfully completed a training course provided by CDC instructors or designees.
## C Special Conditions for Use Statement(s):
Rx - For Prescription Use Only
For in vitro diagnostic Use Only
## D Special Instrument Requirements:
Not Applicable
## IV Device/System Characteristics:
### A Device Description:
No changes were made to the device description under the PCCP. Refer to K243931 for device description.
This device includes a PCCP for modifications to the FDA-cleared CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel VER 01. See Section V.C. for the changes included in the PCCP.
### B Principle of Operation:
No changes were made to the principle of operations under the PCCP. Refer to K243931 for description of test operation.
## V Substantial Equivalence Information:
### A Predicate Device Name(s):
CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel, Influenza A/B Typing Kit (VER 2), Influenza A Subtyping Kit (VER 4), Influenza B Lineage Genotyping Kit (VER 1.1. and 2), and Influenza A/H5 Subtyping Kit (VER 4).
### B Predicate 510(k) Number(s):
K243931
### C Comparison with Predicate(s):
The subject device is similar to the predicate (K243931), having the same intended use, and the same technological characteristics, with the exception of implementation of a PCCP for modifications to the FDA-cleared CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel VER 01 that specifies the validation protocols and acceptance criteria for evaluating the following modifications:
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1. Addition of a real-time PCR instrument that is IVD-labeled and used in accordance with its instructions for use.
2. Addition of PCR master mix that is IVD-labeled and used in accordance with its instructions for use or assessed and determined to be acceptable by the CDC's lot-by-lot quality assurance program.
3. Addition of:
a) A manual extraction method that is IVD-labeled and used in accordance with its instructions for use.
b) Nucleic acid extraction reagents that are IVD-labeled and used in accordance with their instructions for use as part of a cleared manual extraction procedure.
c) An automated extraction instrument that is IVD-labeled and used in accordance with its instructions for use.
d) Nucleic acid extraction reagents that are IVD-labeled and used in accordance with their instructions for use with a cleared automated extraction instrument.
4. Modification of the quencher on the oligonucleotide probes that are manufactured under good manufacturing practices (GMP).
VI Validation Studies and Acceptance Criteria to Support PCCP Modifications
Specific test methods for clinical and analytical validation are specified in the PCCP for modifications to the FDA-cleared CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel VER 01. The following validation studies will be performed in accordance with the PCCP depending on the device modification:
1. Clinical evaluation designed according to established and FDA accepted approaches, with established acceptance criteria FDA found appropriate during this review, to demonstrate substantial equivalence to the predicate device. Clinical performance studies will be conducted to evaluate the following changes according to the established PCCP: addition of a real-time PCR instrument, addition of an automated extraction instrument, addition of nucleic acid extraction reagents or manual extraction method, addition of PCR master mix, or modification of the quencher on the oligonucleotide probes.
2. Limit of Detection (LoD) evaluation with live or inactivated virus according to established and FDA accepted approaches, with established acceptance criteria that FDA found appropriate during this review, to demonstrate substantial equivalence to the predicate device. An LoD study will be conducted, according to the established PCCP, to evaluate the addition of a real-time PCR instrument, addition of an automated extraction instrument, addition of nucleic acid extraction reagents or manual extraction method, addition of PCR master mix, or modification of the quencher on the oligonucleotide probes.
3. Reproducibility study that is designed according to established and FDA accepted approaches, with established acceptance criteria FDA found appropriate during this review, to demonstrate substantial equivalence to the predicate device. A reproducibility study will be conducted, according to the established PCCP, to evaluate addition of a real-time PCR instrument or addition of an automated extraction instrument.
4. Carry-over study demonstrating agreement with expected results compared to the predicate device. A carry-over study will be conducted, according to the established PCCP, to evaluate addition of a real-time PCR instrument or addition of an automated extraction instrument.
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This PCCP will enable CDC to address evolving public health needs more quickly by making device changes without premarket review. This will help prevent an interruption in testing capability when there is a discontinuation or supply issue for certain instruments and reagents.
## VII Performance Characteristics (if/when applicable):
### A Analytical Performance:
1. **Precision/Reproducibility:**
Precision/reproducibility data for the CDC Human Influenza Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel were reviewed and previously found acceptable in K200370, K190302, K172091, K153148, K141859, K130551, K111507, and K080570. A reproducibility study will be conducted to evaluate addition of a real-time PCR or addition of an automated extraction instrument, according to the established PCCP. Data demonstrating pre-specified agreement with the expected results will be considered acceptable to support these modifications to the device.
2. **Linearity:**
Not Applicable. This is a qualitative test.
3. **Analytical Specificity/Interference:**
Analytical specificity/interference data for the CDC Human Influenza Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel were reviewed and previously found acceptable in K243931, K200370, K190302, K172091, K153148, K141859, K130551, K111507, and K080570.
4. **Assay Reportable Range:**
Not Applicable. This is a qualitative test.
5. **Traceability, Stability, Expected Values (Controls, Calibrators, or Methods):**
Data for the CDC Human Influenza Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel were reviewed previously found acceptable in K200370, K190302, K172091, K153148, K141859, K130551, K111507, and K080570.
6. **Detection Limit:**
Limit of Detection (LoD) data for the CDC Human Influenza Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel were reviewed and previously found acceptable in K243931, K200370, K190302, K172091, K153148, K141859, K130551, K111507, and K080570. An LoD study will be conducted to evaluate the addition of a real-time PCR instrument, addition of an automated extraction instrument, addition of nucleic acid extraction reagents or manual extraction method, addition of PCR master mix, or modification of the quencher on the oligonucleotide probes, according to the established PCCP. Data demonstrating LoD equivalency will be considered acceptable to support these modifications to the device.
7. **Assay Cut-Off:**
Refer to FDA Decision Summaries K200370, K190302, K172091, K153148, K141859, K130551, K111507, and K080570 for assay cut-offs FDA reviewed and previously found acceptable.
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8. Carry-Over:
Carry-over data for the CDC Human Influenza Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel were reviewed and previously found acceptable in K200370, K190302, K172091, K153148, K141859, K130551, K111507, and K080570. A carry-over study will be conducted to evaluate the addition of a real-time PCR instrument or addition of an automated extraction instrument, according to the established PCCP. Data demonstrating pre-specified agreement with the expected results will be considered acceptable to support these modifications to the device.
B Comparison Studies:
1. Method Comparison with Predicate Device:
Refer to the "Clinical studies" section.
2. Matrix Comparison:
Not Applicable.
C Clinical Studies:
Clinical data for the CDC Human Influenza Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel were reviewed and previously found acceptable in K243931, K200370, K190302, K172091, K153148, K141859, K130551, K111507, and K080570. Testing of clinical samples will be conducted to evaluate addition of a real-time PCR instrument, addition of an automated extraction instrument, addition of nucleic acid extraction reagents or manual extraction method, addition of PCR master mix, or modification of the quencher on the probes, according to the established PCCP. Data demonstrating that the performance meets or exceeds pre-specified point estimates for both positive, and negative, percent agreement (PPA and NPA), and the associated lower bounds of the 95% confidence intervals when compared to comparator will be considered acceptable to support these modifications to the device.
D Clinical Cut-Off:
Not Applicable.
E Expected Values/Reference Range:
Refer to FDA Decision Summaries K200370, K190302, K172091, K153148, K141859, K130551, K111507, and K080570 for expected values FDA reviewed and accepted previously.
VIII Proposed Change in Labeling:
If the validation studies are performed according to the specified protocols in the PCCP and the validation data meet the specified acceptance criteria established in the PCCP, the modification and supporting validation study results will be included in updated device labeling. The labeling will clearly describe the added modification(s).
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IX Conclusion:
The information submitted in this premarket notification that includes PCCP for modifications to the FDA-cleared CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel VER 01 is complete and supports a substantial equivalence determination to the predicate device.
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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.