The intended use of Chiron Diagnostics ACS:180 Ferritin Assay is for the quantitative determination of Ferritin in serum or plasma using the Chiron Diagnostics ACS:180® Automated Chemiluminescence Systems; to aid in the diagnosis of iron deficiency anemia and iron overload.
Device Story
The Chiron Diagnostics ACS:180 Ferritin Assay is an in vitro diagnostic test used on the ACS:180 Automated Chemiluminescence System. It measures serum ferritin, a protein proportional to body iron stores. The device uses a two-site sandwich immunoassay with a polyclonal goat anti-ferritin antibody (acridinium ester-labeled) and a monoclonal mouse anti-ferritin antibody (coupled to paramagnetic particles). The system automatically dispenses samples and reagents, incubates at 37°C, performs magnetic separation/washing, and initiates a chemiluminescent reaction. The system detects relative light units (RLUs), which are directly proportional to the ferritin concentration in the sample. Results are reported by the system to assist clinicians in diagnosing iron-deficiency anemias, anemias of chronic infection, and iron overload conditions like hemochromatosis. The assay is intended for professional use in clinical laboratory settings.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical performance was evaluated by comparing the ACS:180 Ferritin assay to an alternate chemiluminescent method using 276 samples (range 3.1–1621 ng/mL). The correlation coefficient (r) was 1.00, with a regression equation of y = 1.01x + 1.84. Reference ranges were established for healthy males (N=142) and females (N=134). Additional data provided for patients with iron deficiency (N=60), other anemias (N=7), iron overload (N=44), renal dialysis (N=31), and chronic liver disease (N=34). Precision studies showed within-run CVs of 2.64%–3.62% and total CVs of 4.68%–6.08%.
Technological Characteristics
Two-site sandwich immunoassay; chemiluminometric technology. Reagents: polyclonal goat anti-ferritin antibody (acridinium ester-labeled) and monoclonal mouse anti-ferritin antibody (paramagnetic particles). Automated system performs sample dispensing, incubation (7.5 min at 37°C), magnetic separation, washing, and chemiluminescent detection. Reportable range: 0.5–1650 ng/mL.
Indications for Use
Indicated for the quantitative determination of Ferritin in serum or plasma to aid in the diagnosis of iron deficiency anemia and iron overload in patients.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A ferritin immunological test system is a device that consists of the reagents used to measure by immunochemical techniques the ferritin (an iron-storing protein) in serum and other body fluids. Measurements of ferritin aid in the diagnosis of diseases affecting iron metabolism, such as hemochromatosis (iron overload) and iron deficiency amemia.
Predicate Devices
Chiron Diagnostics ACS: 180 Ferritin Immunoassay
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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AUG - 5 1999
K992157
## Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
As required by.21 CFR 807.92, the following 510(k) Summary is provided:
#### 1. Submitters Information
| Contact person: | William J. Pignato<br>Director of Regulatory Affairs |
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| Address: | Chiron Diagnostics Corporation<br>63 North Street<br>Medfield, MA 02052 |
| Phone:<br>Fax<br>e-mail | (508) 359-3825<br>(508) 359-3356<br>william.pignato.b@bayer.com |
| Date Summary Prepared: | June 22, 1999 |
# 2. Device Information
| Proprietary Name: | Chiron Diagnostics ACS: 180 Ferritin |
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| Common Name: | Ferritin Immunological Test System |
| Device Classification: | Class II: 21 CFR 866.5350 |
#### 3. Predicate Device Information
| Name: | Chiron Diagnostics ACS: 180 Ferritin Immunoassay |
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| Manufacturer: | Chiron Diagnostics Corporation |
#### 4. Device Description
Ferritin plays a significant role in the absorption, storage, and release of iron. As the storage form of iron, ferritin remains in the body tissues until it is needed for erythropoiesis. When needed, the iron molecules are released from the apoferritin shell and bind to transferrin, the circulating plasma protein that transports iron to the erythropoietic cells.
Although dietary iron is poorly absorbed, the body conserves its iron stores carefully, reabsorbing most of the iron released from the breakdown of red blood cells. As a result, the body normally loses only 1 to 2 mg of iron per day, which is generally restored by the iron absorbed in the small intestine from dietary sources.
Ferritin is found in serum in low concentrations and is directly proportional to the body's iron stores. Serum ferritin concentration, when analyzed with other factors such as serum iron, iron-binding capacity, and tissue iron stores, is valuable in the diagnosis of iron-deficiency anemias, anemias of chronic infection, and conditions such as thalassemia and hemochromatosis that are associated with iron overload. Measurement of serum ferritin is
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particularly valuable in distinguishing iron-deficiency anemias caused by low iron stores from those resulting from inadequate iron utilization.
## 5. Statement of Intended Use
The intended use of Chiron Diagnostics ACS:180 Ferritin Assay is for the quantitative determination of Ferritin in serum or plasma using the Chiron Diagnostics ACS:180® Automated Chemiluminescence Systems; to aid in the diagnosis of iron deficiency anemia and iron overload.
## 6. Summary of Technological Characteristics
The Chiron Diagnostics ACS:180 Ferritin assay is a two-site sandwich immunoassay using direct, chemiluminometric technology, which uses constant amounts of two anti-ferritin antibodies. The first antibody, in the Reagent, is a polyclonal goat anti-ferritin antibody labeled with acridinium ester. The second antibody, in the Solid Phase, is a monoclonal mouse anti-ferritin antibody, which is covalently coupled to paramagnetic particles. The ACS:180 system automatically performs the following steps:
- dispenses 25 uL of sample into a cuvette .
- . dispenses 100 µL of Lite Reagent and 450 µL of Solid Phase and incubates for 7.5 minutes at 37°C
- . separates, aspirates, and washes the cuvettes with reagent water4
- . dispenses 300 uL each of Reagent 1 and Reagent 2 to initiate the chemiluminescent reaction
- . reports results according to the selected option, as described in the system operating instructions or in the online help system
A direct relationship exists between the amount of ferritin present in the patient sample and the amount of relative light units (RLUs) detected by the system.
## 6. Performance Characteristics
## Expected Results
In clinical studies, the following values for apparently healthy male and female subjects with normal liver function enzyme tests, bilirubin, and serum iron tests, were determined:
| Category | N | Geo. Mean (ng/mL) | Geo. Mean (pmol/L) | 95th Percentile Range (ng/mL) | 95th Percentile Range (pmol/L) |
|----------------|-----|-------------------|--------------------|-------------------------------|--------------------------------|
| Normal Males | 142 | 94 | 207 | 22-322 | 48-708 |
| Normal Females | 134 | 46 | 101 | 10-291 | 22-640 |
The following values for patients with several diagnosed conditions were determined:
| Category | N | Geo. Mean<br>(ng/mL) | (pmol/L) | Total Observed Range<br>(ng/mL) | (pmol/L) |
|-----------------|----|----------------------|----------|---------------------------------|----------|
| Iron Deficiency | 60 | 11.6 | 26 | 0.68-34.5 | 1.5-76 |
| Other Anemias | 7 | 610.8 | 1344 | 13.0-1390.8 | 29-3060 |
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| Iron Overload | 44 | 1899.6 | 4178 | 334.6-8573.0 | 736-18861 |
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| Renal Dialysis | 31 | 312.3 | 687 | 31.3-1321.2 | 68.9-2907 |
| Chronic Liver Disease | 34 | 1967.1 | 4328 | 7.9-12826.0 | 17-28217 |
As with all diagnostic assays, each laboratory should determine its own reference range(s) for the diagnostic evaluation of patient results.
#### Sensitivity and Assay Reportable Range
The ACS:180 Ferritin assay measures ferritin concentrations up to 1650 ng/mL (3630 pmol/L) with a minimum detectable concentration of 0.5 ng/mL (1 pmol/L).
#### Method Comparison
For 276 samples in the range of 3.1 to 1621 ng/mL (6.8 to 3566.2 pmol/L), the relationship between the ACS:180 Ferritin assay and an alternate chemiluminescent method is described by the equation:
ACS:180 Ferritin = 1.01 (alternate chemiluminescent method) + 1.84 ng/mL Correlation coefficient (r) = 1.00
#### Precision
Four samples were assayed 3 times in 8 assays. The following results were obtained:
| Mean<br>(ng/mL) | Mean<br>(pmol/L) | Within-run<br>% CV | Total<br>% CV |
|-----------------|------------------|--------------------|---------------|
| 13.1 | 29 | 2.76 | 4.98 |
| 54.8 | 121 | 2.64 | 6.07 |
| 162.7 | 358 | 2.73 | 4.68 |
| 359.5 | 791 | 3.62 | 5.08 |
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AUG - 5 1999
Food and Drug Administration 2098 Gaither Road Rockville MD 20850
Mr. William J. Pignato Director of Regulatory Affairs Chiron Diagnostics Corporation (A Bayer Diagnostics Corporation) 63 North Street Medfield, Massachusetts 02052
Re: K992157
> Trade Name: Chiron Diagnostics ACS: 180 FERRITIN Assay Regulatory Class: II Product Code: DBF Dated: June 22, 1999 Received: June 25, 1999
Dear Mr. Pignato:
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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Enclosure
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Device Name: Chiron Diagnostics ACS:180 FERRITIN Assay
Indications for Use:
The intended use of Chiron Diagnostics ACS:180 Ferritin Assay is for the quantitative determination of Ferritin in serum or plasma using the Chiron Diagnostics ACS:180® Automated Chemiluminescence Systems. It is to be used to aid in the diagnosis of iron deficiency anemia and iron overload.
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