Immunoassay for the in vitro quantitative determination of Thyroid Stimulating Hormone in human serum and plasma.
Device Story
Elecsys® TSH Assay is an in vitro diagnostic immunoassay for quantitative TSH measurement in human serum/plasma. Operates on Elecsys® 2010 instrument using electrochemiluminescence (ECL) sandwich principle. Process: 50μL sample incubated with biotinylated monoclonal TSH antibody and ruthenium-labeled monoclonal TSH antibody; streptavidin-coated microparticles added to bind complex; microparticles magnetically captured on electrode; voltage application induces chemiluminescent emission measured by photomultiplier. Results calculated via instrument-specific 2-point calibration curve and master curve from reagent bar code. Used in clinical laboratory settings by trained personnel. Provides quantitative TSH levels to assist clinicians in thyroid function assessment.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance evaluated via precision (N=60 per level, CVs 1.47-3.28%), functional sensitivity (0.01 μU/mL), and linearity (0.01-100 μU/mL). Method comparison against predicate (N=132) showed high correlation (r=0.991). Interference and cross-reactivity studies performed for bilirubin, hemoglobin, lipemia, biotin, RF, HCG, LH, FSH, and HGH.
Technological Characteristics
Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay. Components: biotinylated monoclonal TSH antibody, ruthenium-labeled monoclonal TSH antibody, streptavidin-coated microparticles. Detection: photomultiplier tube measuring chemiluminescent emission upon electrode voltage application. Calibration: 2-point calibration with master curve via reagent bar code. Instrument: Elecsys® 2010.
Indications for Use
Indicated for the in vitro quantitative determination of Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) in human serum and plasma for clinical diagnostic purposes.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A thyroid stimulating hormone test system is a device intended to measure thyroid stimulating hormone, also known as thyrotrophin and thyrotrophic hormone, in serum and plasma. Measurements of thyroid stimulating hormone produced by the anterior pituitary are used in the diagnosis of thyroid or pituitary disorders.