ACCESS TOXOPLASMA IGM REAGENTS ON THE ACCESS IMMUNOASSAY ANALYZER, MODELS 34460, 34465, 34469
Applicant
Beckman Instruments, Inc.
Product Code
LGD · Microbiology
Decision Date
Sep 17, 1998
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 866.3780
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The Access® Toxo IgM assay is a paramagnetic-particle chemiluminescent immunoassay for the qualitative detection of anti-Toxoplasma IgM in adult human serum, using the Access® Immunoassay System. The Access® Toxo IgM assay is presumptive for the diagnosis of acute, recent, or reactivated Toxoplasma gondii infections in males and pregnant or non-pregnant females. It is recommended this assay be performed in conjunction with an anti-Toxoplasma gondii IgG antibody assay.
Device Story
The Access® Toxo IgM assay is a paramagnetic-particle chemiluminescent immunoassay performed on the Access® Immunoassay System. It uses patient serum samples to detect anti-Toxoplasma IgM antibodies. The assay utilizes paramagnetic particles coated with goat polyclonal anti-Toxoplasma antibodies and a T. gondii (strain RH) solubilized membrane antigen conjugated to alkaline phosphatase. The system measures chemiluminescence to provide qualitative results. Used in clinical laboratories by trained personnel, the output assists clinicians in diagnosing acute, recent, or reactivated Toxoplasma gondii infections. Results are interpreted alongside IgG antibody status and clinical evaluation to guide patient management. The device benefits patients by providing a diagnostic tool for identifying potential Toxoplasma infections.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical study compared the Access® Toxo IgM assay to the Platelia® Toxo IgM predicate on 822 patient serum samples. Results showed 96% sensitivity and 99.7% specificity. After discrepancy analysis, resolved sensitivity and specificity remained 96% and 99.7%, respectively. In a prospective population (n=400, 1.25% prevalence), specificity was 99.2% relative to a consensus result. Intra-assay precision CVs were <5% and total imprecision CVs were <10%.
Technological Characteristics
Paramagnetic-particle chemiluminescent immunoassay. Reagents include paramagnetic particles coated with goat polyclonal antibody, T. gondii (strain RH) solubilized membrane antigen, and alkaline phosphatase conjugate. Stabilized with TRIS buffered saline, surfactant, bovine serum albumin, 0.1% sodium azide, and 0.1% ProClin™ 300. System is an automated immunoassay analyzer. Storage at +2-10 °C.
Indications for Use
Indicated for the qualitative detection of anti-Toxoplasma IgM in adult human serum to aid in the diagnosis of acute, recent, or reactivated Toxoplasma gondii infections in males and pregnant or non-pregnant females. Recommended for use in conjunction with anti-Toxoplasma gondii IgG antibody testing.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Toxoplasma gondii serological reagents are devices that consist of antigens and antisera used in serological tests to identify antibodies to Toxoplasma gondii in serum. Additionally, some of these reagents consist of antisera conjugated with a fluorescent dye (immunofluorescent reagents) used to identify Toxoplasma gondii from clinical specimens. The identification aids in the diagnosis of toxoplasmosis caused by the parasitic protozoan Toxoplasma gondii and provides epidemiological information on this disease. Congenital toxoplasmosis is characterized by lesions of the central nervous system, which if undetected and untreated may lead to brain defects, blindness, and death of an unborn fetus. The disease is characterized in children by inflammation of the brain and spinal cord.
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SEP 17 1998
K973448
## SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS INFORMATION
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990.
#### 1. General Information
Device Classification Name:
Device Trade Name:
Applicant's Name and Address:
ELISA, Toxoplasma gondii
ACCESS® Toxo IgM Reagents
Beckman Instruments, Inc. 1000 Lake Hazeltine Drive Chaska, MN 55318
#### 2. Predicate Device
Platelia® Toxo IgM Sanofi Diagnostics Pasteur, Inc. France
#### Device Description 3.
The Access® Toxo IgM assay is a paramagnetic-particle chemiluminescent immunoassay for the qualitative detection of anti-Toxoplasma IgM in adult human serum, using the Access® Immunoassay System. The Access® Toxo IgM assay is presumptive for the diagnosis of acute, recent, or reactivated Toxoplasma gondii infections in males and pregnant or nonpregnant females. It is recommended this assay be performed in conjunction with an anti-Toxoplasma gondii IgG antibody assay.
#### 4. Summary of Studies
In clinical studies, the ACCESS® Toxo IgM assay was compared to Platelia® Toxo IgM on 822 patient serum samples. The overall sensitivity and specificity compared to Platelia® were 96% and 99.7%, respectively. After discrepancy analysis, the resolved sensitivity and resolved specificity remained 96% and 99.7%, respectively. In a prospective population with a prevalence of 1.25% (5/400), specificity was 99.2% relative to a consensus result.
The ACCESS® Toxo IgM assay demonstrates intra-assay precision CV's of <5% and total imprecision CV's of <10%.
#### 5. Conclusion
The Beckman Instruments ACCESS® Toxo IgM assay is substantially equivalent to the Platelia® Toxo IgM assay currently in commercial distribution for the detection of anti-Toxoplasma IgM in adult human serum samples.
02/20/98
Beckman Instruments, Inc.
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#### PRODUCT INFORMATION
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#### Cat. No. 34460: 100 determinations, 50 tests/pack
Provided ready to use. Store upright at +2-10 °C. Refrigerate packs to +2-10 °C before loading or storing in the instrument. Stable until the explration date stated on the label when stored at +2-10℃, After infijal use, pack is stable for 28 days. Signs of possible deterioration are a broken elastomeric layer on the pack or a cloudy appearance that may indicate microbial contamination.
#### Access® TOXO IgM Reagent Pack: 2 packs R1
- R1a: Paramagnetic particles coated with a polydonal antibody (goat) suspended in TR(S buffered saline, with surfactant, bovine serum albumin (BSA), 0.1% sodium azide, and 0.1% ProClin™ 300.
- R1b: TRIS buffered saline with surfactant. BSA, 0.1% sodium azide, and 0.1% ProClin™ 300.
- T. gondil (strain RH) solublized membrane antigen alkaline phosphatase (bovine) conjugate in TRIS buffered saline R16with surfactant, BSA, 0.1% sodium azide, and 0.1% ProClin™ 300.
#### WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
- 1. For in vitro diagnostic use.
- Patient aamples and blood-derived products may be routinely processed with minimum risk in the procedure described. 2. However, because no test method can offer complete assurance that laboratory speciments do not contain HIV, hepatitis B virus, or other infectious agents, handle these products as potentially infectious, regardless of their origin, treatment, or prior certification. Follow unlessal laboratory precautions in storing, and disposing of these materials and their containers (11).
- Reagents containing animal sourced biologicals may be routinely processed with minimum risk. However, handle these 3. products as potentially biohazardous according to universal precautions and good clinical laboratory practices.
- The Toxoplasma gondii antigen labeled with the alkaline phosphatase has been treated by ultrasound. However, handle and 4. dispose of the reagent packs as potentially infectious material.
- ട്. Sodium azide may react with lead and copper plumbing to form highly explosive metal azides. On disposal of liquids, flush with a large volume of water to prevent azide build-up (12).
- ର. ProClln™ 300 Is a potential skin sensitizer. Avoid spilling or splashing this reagent on skin or clobing. In case of contact with the reagent, thoroughly flush with water.
#### SPECIMEN COLLECTION AND PREPARATION
- 1. Serum is the recommended sample. For the evaluation of immune status, collect a single serum sample. For the evaluation of seroconversion due to recent infection of an Individual patient's senim from non-reactive to reactive), collect 2 serum samples. Collect the 200 serum sample 10-20 days after the 10 and test both sera within the same run.
- 2. The National Committee for Clinical Laboratory Standards (NCCLS) of the United States of America provides the following recommendations for handling, processing, and storing blood samples (13,14).
- י Collect all blood samples observing routine procautions for venipuncture.
- ャ Allow serum samples to clot adequately before centrifugation.
- . Keep tubes stoppered at all times.
- . Within two hours after centrifygation, transfer at least 500 µl of cell-free serum to a tightly stoppered storage tube.
- Store samples at room temperature for no longer than 8 hours,
- If the assay will not be completed within 8 hours, refrigerate the sample at +2-80°.
- If the assay will not be completed within 48 hours, or for shipment of samples, freeze at -20℃,
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The following table supplies general guldelines for the interpretation of Toxoplasma gondly results.
| Anti-T. gondil<br>IgG result | Anti-T. gondil<br>IgM result | Report/Interpretation for Adult Serum Samples |
|------------------------------|------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Non reactive | Non reactive | No serological evidence of infection with Toxoplasma gondil. |
| Non reactive | Equivocal | Possible early acute infection with no evidence of previous infection with Toxoplasma<br>gondii. Obtain a new specimen in 10-20 days for determination of IgM and IgG antibodies<br>to Toxoplasma gondii. If results repeat, infection unlikely. |
| Non reactive | Reactive | Possible acute infection. Obtain a new specimen in 10-20 days for both IgG and IgM<br>repeat testing. If results repeat, send for confirmatory testing. |
| Equivocal | Non reactive | Indeterminate. Obtain a new specimen in 10-20 days for both IgG and IgM repeat<br>testing. |
| Equivocal | Equivocal | Indeterminate. Obtain a new specimen in 10-20 days for both IgG and IgM repeat<br>testing. |
| Equivocal | Reactive | Possible acute infection. Obtain a new specimen in 10-20 days for both IgG and IgM<br>repeat testing. If results repeat, send for confirmatory testing. |
| Reactive | Non reactive | Presumptive for previous Toxoplasma gondii infection of greater than 12 months. |
| Reactive | Equivocal | Presumptive for previous Toxoplasma gondii infection. Obtain a new specimen in 10-20<br>days for both IgG and IgM repeat testing. If results repeat, send for confirmatory testing. |
| Reactive | Reactive | Presumptive for previous Toxoplasma gondii infection within the last 12 months. Obtain a<br>new specimen in 10-20 days for both IgG and IgM repeat testing. If results repeat, send<br>for confirmatory testing. |
The predictive value of a positive test decreases. Interpretation of positive results in a low 1. risk patient population should be made with caution.
2. Samples testing Equivocal or Reactive for anti-T. gondil IgM should be sent to a reference in the diagnosis of toxoplasmosis for confirmatory testing.
3. Toxo IgM test results should be used in conjunction with Toxo IgG results and Information available from the patient clinical evaluation.
#### LIMITATIONS OF THE PROCEDURE
- 1. Toxo IgM test results should be used in conjunction with Toxo IgG results and information available from the patient clinical evaluation.
- 2. The presence of anti-T.gondli IgM does not always indicate a recent Infection, because IgM can persist for many morths, or even for several years after infection. It is recognized that an IgM response may occur in secondary and reactivated infections.
- ಗ The magnitude of the measured result, above the cutoff, is not indicative of the total amount of antibody present.
- 4. Assay performance has not been established in newborns, in cord blood, or In mattices other than serum.
- ર્ટ. If a collection is made too early at the beginning of a primary Infection specific antibodies of IgM class may be absent. To confirm a pimary infection, a second collection must be performed 10-20 days later and tested concurrently with the first specimen to look for seroconversion.
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# TOXO IgM CALIBRATORS
### 34465
The Access® TOXO IgM Calibrators are Intended for use with the Access® TOXO IgM assay for the qualitative delection of anti-Toxoplasma IgM in adult human serum, using the Access® Immunoassay System.
#### PRODUCT INFORMATION
## Cat. No. 34465
Provided ready to use. Mix contents by gently inverting before use. Avoid bubble formation. Calibrators are stable until the expirator date stated on the vial labels when stored at +2-10°C. Quality Control values out of the defined ranges are a sign of possible deterioration of this product.
- . Access® TOXO IgM Calibrators: 1.0 ml/vial S0: Nor-reactive human serum (0 AU/ml) for anti-Toxoplasma gondii IgM containing 0.1 % sodium azide. S1, S2, S3: Reactive human sera with approximately 140, 400 and 800 AU/ml anti-Toxoplasma gondii IgM and 0.1 % sodlum azide. Refer to vial labels for exact concentrations.
- Calibration Card: 1
#### WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
- 1. For in vitro diagnostic use.
- 2. Human source material used in the product has been tested and found non-reactive for hepatilis B surface antigen (HBsAg), antibodies to human Immunodeficiency virus (HIV-1 and antibodies to hepatitls C virus (HCV). Because no known test method can offer complete assurance that thecibus agents are absent, fandle these reagents and all patient samples as potentially Infectious, regardless of their origin, treatment, or prior certification. Follow universal precautions in storing, handling, and disposing of these materials and their containers (11).
- Sodium azide may react with lead and copper plumbing to form highly explosive metal azides. On disposal of liquids, flush જં with a large volume of water to prevent azide build-up (12).
#### LIMITATIONS
-
- 1. Use of these Calibrators has not been established with assays other than the Access of Toxo IgM Assay.
#### PROCEDURE
One calloration for the Access® Toxo IgM assay requires approximately 150 µ/ per sample cup (-4 drops) of each of the 4 calibrators. The system will run two replicates of each callbrator. For callbration procedures, refer to the Operator's Guide of the Access® immunoassay System.
#### DETAILS OF CALIBRATION
The Access® Toxo IgM Calibrators are provided at four levels: zero, and approximately 140, 400 and 800 AU/ml prepared from human sera non-reactive and reactive for anti-Toxoplasma gondli IgM. Assay callbration curve is valld for 28 days.
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#### QC TOXO IqM 34469
The Access®-QC Toxo IgM controls are in clinical laboratories as quality control materials to montor precision and system performance of the Access® Toxo IgM assay.
#### SUMMARY AND EXPLANATION
The Access®-QC Toxo IgM controls are intended for use as quality control sera in the clinical laboratory to monlibr precision and system performance of the Access® Toxo IgM assey. Quality control materials are used to asceptability or unacceptability of patient data and an integral part of good laboratory practices (16, 17, 20, 22). One non-reactive and one low level reactive control are provided to allow performance monitoring in the most relevant areas of the assay range.
#### PRODUCT INFORMATION
#### Cat. No. 34469
Provided ready to use. Mix contents by gently inverting before use. Avoid bubble formation. Stable until the expiration date stated on the vial label when stored at +2 10°C. Open vial stability is 30 days when properly handled and stored.
- Access@QC Toxo IgM: 2,5 ml/vial a QC1: Human serum with 0.1% sodium azide, non-reactive for anti-Toxoplasma IgM. QC2: Human serum with 0.1% sodium azide, reactive for anti-Toxoplasma IgM.
- . QC Data Card: 1
#### WARNING AND PRECAUTIONS
- 1. For in vitro diagnostic use.
- 2. Human source material used in the product has been tested and found non-reactive for hepatities B sufface antigen (HBsAg), antibodies to human immunodeficiency virus (HV-1 and antibodies to hepatilis C virus (HCV). ), Because no known test method can offer comblete assyrance that these or other infectious agents are absent, handle these reagents and all patient samples as potentially infectious, regardless of their origin, treatment, or prior certification. Follow universal precautions in storing, handling, and disposing of these materials and their containers(11).
- 3. Sodium azide may react with lead and copper plumbing to form highly explosive metal azides. On disposal of liquids, flush with a large volume of water to prevent azide build-up (12).
#### LIMITATIONS
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- 1. Use of these Controls has not been established with assays other than the Access® Toxo IgM Assay,
- If there is evidence of microbial contamination or excessive turbidity in a control, discard the vial. 2.
#### PROCEDURE
The Access®-QC Toxo IgM controls should be treated the same way as patient specimens. To process a shgle determlnation of the AccessB-QC Toxo IgM Controls, a minimum of 150 µl per sample cup (+4 drops) is required for each control. Refer to the Access® Immunoassay System Operator's Guide and Reference Manual for information on configuring contols, QC sample test request, and reviewing control data.
#### QUALITY CONTROL
Controls must be run within the 24 hour period prior to running patient samples. Include any commercially available controls and/or additional controls obtained from other sources for the laboratory's quality control program. Assay controis should contain levels of analyte at or near the decision culoff points and be used in accordance with the appropriate accrediting organization requirements
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SEP 1 7 1998
Food and Drug Administration 2098 Gaither Road Rockville MD 20850
Michele Burtness Regulatory Specialist Beckman Instrument Immunodiagnostics Development Center 1000 Lake Hazeltine Drive Chaska, Minnesota 55318-1084
Re: K973448
> Trade Name: Access Toxoplasma IgM Reagents on the Access Immunoassay Analyzer Regulatory Class: II
Product Code: LGD Dated: July 23, 1998 Received: July 24, 1998
Dear Ms. Burtness:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic QS inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not .... affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.
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Under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA-88), this device may require a CLIA complexity categorization. To determine if it does, you should contact the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) at (770)488-7655.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4588. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket" notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll free number (800) 638-2041 or at (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html"
Sincerely yours,
Steven Sutman
Steven I. Gutman, M.D., M.B.A. Director Division of Clinical Laboratory Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT
510(k) Number ( if known):
Device Name:
ACCESS® Toxo IgM Reagents on the ACCESS® Immunoassay Analyzer
Indications For Use:
The Access® Toxo IgM assay is a paramagnetic-particle chemiluminescent immunoassay for the qualitative detection of anti-Toxoplasma IgM in adult human serum, using the Access® Immunoassay System. The Access® Toxo IgM assay is presumptive for the diagnosis of acute, recent, or reactivated Toxoplasma gondii infections in males and pregnant or non-pregnant females. It is recommended this assay be performed in conjunction with an anti-Toxoplasma gondii IgG antibody assay.
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| 510(k) Number | K973448 |
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