AVANTI POLAR LIPIDS VDRL ANTIGEN SLIDE TEST KIT WITH 10 X 0.5 ML AMPULES, AVANTI POLAR LIPIDS BULK BDRL ANTIGEN, AVANTI
Applicant
Avanti Polar Lipids, Inc.
Product Code
GMQ · Microbiology
Decision Date
Sep 20, 1999
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 866.3820
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
Avanti's VDRL antigen and Buffered Saline are intended for use in the Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (VDRL) slide test for syphilis. The VDRL slide test is a non-treponemal, micro-flocculation test, that provides both qualitative and semi-quantitative results. The test is for the detection of IgM and IgG anticardiolipin antibodies in serum specimens.
Device Story
The VDRL Antigen Slide Test Kit is an in vitro diagnostic reagent set used to detect syphilis. The device consists of an antigen suspension (cardiolipin, phosphatidylcholine, and cholesterol in ethanol) and a buffered saline solution. When mixed with patient serum containing IgM and IgG anti-cardiolipin antibodies, the antigen flocculates, forming a three-dimensional lattice structure. This reaction is observed by a clinician using a light microscope at 10x magnification. The test provides qualitative and semi-quantitative results. It is used in clinical laboratory settings to identify antibodies produced in response to Treponema pallidum infection, assisting in the diagnosis of syphilis.
Clinical Evidence
Performance evaluated using a sample population of 100 documented syphilis cases. Specificity was 100%. Sensitivity was 86.5%. Reproducibility was assessed via a blind, coded panel tested at two independent sites; inter-day and intra-day testing showed a maximum difference of one doubling dilution for the same clinician, and all reactive specimens were within two doubling dilutions of the true end point when tested by different clinicians.
Technological Characteristics
Reagent kit containing cardiolipin (0.1 g/L), cholesterol (9.0 g/L), and lecithin (1-1.9 g/L) in ethanol, plus a buffered saline solution (formaldehyde, sodium chloride, disodium phosphate, monopotassium phosphate). Principle: non-treponemal micro-flocculation. Detection: visual observation of lattice formation via light microscopy (10x ocular/objective).
Indications for Use
Indicated for the detection of IgM and IgG anti-cardiolipin antibodies in serum specimens to aid in the diagnosis of syphilis caused by Treponema pallidum.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Treponema pallidum nontreponemal test reagents are devices that consist of antigens derived from nontreponemal sources (sources not directly associated with treponemal organisms) and control sera (standardized sera with which test results are compared) used in serological tests to identify reagin, an antibody-like agent, which is produced from the reaction of treponema microorganisms with body tissues. The identification aids in the diagnosis of syphilis caused by microorganisms belonging to the genus Treponema and provides epidemiological information on syphilis.
Predicate Devices
VDRL Antigen For Syphilis Serology (Becton Dickinson Microbiology Systems)
Cenogenics ADRL/STS Test (Cenogenics Corporation)
VDRL Antigen (Lee Laboratories, Inc.)
VDRL Antigen (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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K992124
## Safety and Effectiveness Summary 1.
This 510(k) summary of safety and effectiveness data is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of the Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990 and the Medical Device Amendments of 1992.
- Submitter: a.
Avanti Polar Lipids, Inc. 700 Industrial Park Drive Alabaster, AL 35007 Tel: (205) 663-2494 (205) 663-0756 Fax:
- Contact: b.
Rowena Shaw, Vice President
- Date Submitted C.
June 22, 1999
- d. Device Name:
Trade Name: Avanti Polar Lipids VDRL Antigen Slide Test Kit
Common Name: VDRL Antigen Slide Test Kit
Classification Name: ANTIGENS, NON-TREPONEMAL, ALL
- Device Description e.
The Venereal Disease Research Laboratory slide test is a test for the detection of syphilis. The test employs an antigen containing cardiolipin, phosphatidylcholine (lecithin), and cholesterol dissolved in ethanol. The antigen is suspended in a buffered saline solution, which flocculates when combined with serum containing IgM and IgG anti-cardiolipin antibodies. The IgM and IgG antibodies are produced in response to infection by Treponema pallidum the causitive agent of syphilis. The flocculation forms a three-dimensional lattice structure that can be seen at low magnification (10x oculars and 10x objective) with a light
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microscope.
- f. Intended Use:
Avanti's VDRL antigen and Buffered Saline are intended for use in the Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (VDRL) slide test for syphilis. The VDRL slide test is a non-treponemal, micro-flocculation test, that provides both qualitative and semi-quantitative results. The test is for the detection of IgM and IgG anticardiolipin antibodies in serum specimens.
## Substantial Equivalence Claim: g. Avanti Polar Lipids, Inc. VDRL Antigen Slide Test Kit is substantially equivalent to the following currently marketed devices:
- VDRL Antigen For Syphilis Serology. Becton Dickinson Microbiology i. Systems, Becton Dickinson and Company, Sparks, MD 21152 USA.
- Cenogenics ADRL/STS Test. Cenogenics Corporation, Morganville, NJ. ii. 07751 USA.
- iii. VDRL Antigen. Lee Laboratories, Inc. 1475 Athens Highway, S.W., Grayson, Georgia 30221 USA.
- VDRL Antigen. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Atlanta, GA iv. USA
- Technological Characteristics: h.
Lipid components present in VDRL Antigen
| Component | Concentration<br>Avanti Polar Lipids VDRL<br>Antigen | Concentration<br>Becton Dickinson's VDRL<br>Antigen |
|---------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Cardiolipin derived from ox<br>heart tissue | 0.1 grams / liter | 0.3 grams / liter |
| Cholesterol derived from<br>lanolin | 9.0 grams / liter | 9.0 grams / liter |
| Lecithin derived from egg<br>yolk | sufficient for standard<br>reactivity (1 - 1.9 grams per<br>liter) | sufficient for standard<br>reactivity (1.8 - 2.0 grams per<br>liter) |
The components listed in the above table are dissolved in ethanol.
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## Components present in buffered saline solution
| Component | Concentration<br>Avanti Polar Lipids<br>Buffered Saline | Concentration Becton<br>Dickinson VDRL Buffered<br>Saline |
|------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------|
| Formaldehyde, 37% aqueous,<br>(A.C.S.) | 0.5 ml per liter | 0.5 ml per liter |
| Sodium Chloride (A.C.S.) | 10.0 grams per liter | 10.0 grams per liter |
| Disodium phosphate, anhydrous<br>(A.C.S.) | 0.037 grams per liter | 0.037 grams per liter |
| Monopotassium phosphate,<br>anhydrous (A.C.S.) | 0.170 grams per liter | 0.170 grams per liter |
The components listed in the above table are dissolved in deionized water.
- i. Performance Data
- i. Specificity Data
The specificity of Avanti Polar Lipids, Inc. VDRL Antigen Slide Test Kit was 100% for a sample population of 100 documented cases of syphilis.
- ii. Sensitivity Data
The sensitivity of Avanti Polar Lipids, Inc. VDRL Antigen Slide Test Kit was 86.5% for a sample population of 100 documented cases of syphilis.
- iii. Reproducibility Data
Specimens from a blind, coded panel were measured at two independent test sites. Reproducibility was demonstrated with inter-day and intra-day testing. Weakly reactive, reactive and non-reactive specimens were included in the panel. A maximum inter-day and intra-day difference of one doubling dilution was observed when specimens were tested by the same clinician. All reactive specimens gave an end point within two doubling dilutions of the true end point when tested by different clinicians.
- j. Conclusion
The safety and effectiveness of Avanti Polar Lipids VDRL Antigen Slide Test Kit is substantially equivalent to legally marketed VDRL Antigen Slide Test Kits, as demonstrated in the comparison of the performance of Avanti Polar Lipids VDRL Antigen Slide Test Kit to these VDRL Antigen Slide Test Kits.
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SEP 20 1999
Food and Drug Administration 2098 Gaither Road Rockville MD 20850
Ms. Rowena Shaw Vice President Avanti Polar Lipids, Inc. 700 Industrial Park Drive Alabaster, Alabama 35007
Re: K992124 Trade Name: Avanti Polar Lipids VDRL antigen Slide Test Kit Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GMQ Dated: June 22, 1999 Received: June 23, 1999
Dear Ms. Shaw:
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 (OS) 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 Butman
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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510(k) Number (if known):____K992124
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Indications For Use:
Avanti's VDRL antigen and Buffered Saline are intended for use in the Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (VDRL) slide test for syphilis. The VDRL slide test is a non-treponemal, microflocculation test, that provides both qualitative and semiquantitative results. The test detects the presence of IgM and IgG anticardiolipin antibodies in serum. The IgM and IgG antibodies are produced in response to infection by Treponema pallidum the causitive agent of syphilis.
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