ELECSYS ANTI-HBC IMMUNOASSAY, ELECSYS PRECICONTROL ANTI-HBC FOR USE ON THE ELECSYS 2010 IMMUNOASSAY ANALYZER

P100032 · Roche Diagnostics Corp. · SEI · Jun 27, 2011 · Microbiology

Device Facts

Record IDP100032
Device NameELECSYS ANTI-HBC IMMUNOASSAY, ELECSYS PRECICONTROL ANTI-HBC FOR USE ON THE ELECSYS 2010 IMMUNOASSAY ANALYZER
ApplicantRoche Diagnostics Corp.
Product CodeSEI · Microbiology
Decision DateJun 27, 2011
DecisionAPRL
Regulation21 CFR 866.3173
Device ClassClass 2

Intended Use

The Elecsys Anti-HBc immunoassay is for the in vitro qualitative determination of total antibodies to hepatitis B core antigen (anti-HBc) in human serum and plasma (lithium-heparin, sodium-citrate, K₂-EDTA) in adult patients with the symptoms of hepatitis or who may be at risk for hepatitis B (HBV) infection. The detection of total anti-HBc is indicative of a laboratory diagnosis for HBV infection. Further HBV serological marker testing is required to define the specific disease state. The Elecsys Anti-HBc immunoassay’s performance has not been established for the monitoring of HBV disease or therapy. The electrochemiluminescence immunoassay “ECLIA” is intended for use on the Elecsys 2010 immunoassay analyzer. Elecsys PreciControl Anti-HBc is used for quality control of the Elecsys Anti-HBc immunoassay on the Elecsys 2010 immunoassay analyzer.

Device Story

Competitive sandwich immunoassay using electrochemiluminescence (ECLIA) on Elecsys 2010 analyzer. Input: human serum/plasma. Process: sample treated with reducing agent; HBc antigen added to form complex; biotinylated/ruthenylated antibodies and streptavidin-coated microparticles added; microparticles magnetically captured on electrode; voltage applied to induce chemiluminescence measured by photomultiplier. Output: cut-off index (COI) compared to calibration curve. Used in clinical labs by technicians. Results aid diagnosis of HBV infection; requires supplemental testing for disease staging. Benefits: provides qualitative detection of total anti-HBc antibodies to assist clinical diagnosis.

Clinical Evidence

Multi-center prospective study (n=1,526) comparing Elecsys Anti-HBc to FDA-approved reference assays. Population: asymptomatic at-risk (n=959) and symptomatic at-risk (n=567). Primary endpoint: diagnostic agreement. Asymptomatic cohort: 97.60% positive percent agreement, 97.92% negative percent agreement. Symptomatic cohort: 98.05% positive percent agreement, 96.96% negative percent agreement. Analytical specificity tested against 246 samples with various conditions; 97.97% overall agreement.

Technological Characteristics

Competitive sandwich immunoassay; electrochemiluminescence principle. Reagents: streptavidin-coated microparticles, recombinant HBc antigen, biotinylated/ruthenylated mouse monoclonal antibodies. Buffer: HEPES/phosphate. Preservatives: MIT, oxy-pyrion, Bronidox L. Connectivity: standalone Elecsys 2010 analyzer. Software: automated signal processing and COI calculation.

Indications for Use

Indicated for adult patients (≥21 years) with symptoms of hepatitis or at risk for HBV infection. Contraindicated in patients under 21, pregnant women, and immunocompromised/immunosuppressed populations.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

A hepatitis B virus (HBV) antibody assay is identified as an in vitro diagnostic device intended for prescription use in the detection of antibodies to HBV in human serum, plasma, or other matrices, and as a device that aids in the diagnosis of HBV infection in persons with signs and symptoms of hepatitis and in persons at risk for hepatitis B infection. Results from assays may be qualitative or quantitative, such as quantitative anti-HBs. In addition, results from an anti-HBc IgM (IgM antibodies to core antigen) assay indicating the presence of anti-HBc IgM are indicative of recent HBV infection. Anti-HBs (antibodies to surface antigen) assay results may be used as an aid in the determination of susceptibility to HBV infection in individuals prior to or following HBV vaccination or when vaccination status is unknown. The assay is not intended for screening of blood, plasma, cells, or tissue donors. The assay is intended as an aid in diagnosis in conjunction with clinical findings and other diagnostic procedures.

Special Controls

*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) The labeling required under § 809.10(b) of this chapter must include: (i) A prominent statement that the assay is not intended for the screening of blood, plasma, cells, or tissue donors. (ii) A detailed explanation of the principles of operation and procedures for performing the assay. (iii) A detailed explanation of the interpretation of results. (iv) Limitations, which must be updated to reflect current clinical practice and disease presentation and management. The limitations must include statements that indicate: (A) When appropriate, performance characteristics of the assay have not been established in populations of immunocompromised or immunosuppressed patients or other special populations where assay performance may be affected. (B) Detection of HBV antibodies to a single viral antigen indicates a present or past infection with hepatitis B virus, but does not differentiate between acute, chronic, or resolved infection. (C) The specimen types for which the device has been cleared, and that use of the assay with specimen types other than those specifically cleared for this device may result in inaccurate assay results. (D) Diagnosis of hepatitis B infection should not be established on the basis of a single assay result but should be determined by a licensed healthcare professional in conjunction with the clinical presentation, history, and other diagnostic procedures. (E) A non-reactive assay result may occur early during acute infection, prior to development of a host antibody response to infection, or when analyte levels are below the limit of detection of the assay. (F) Results obtained with this assay may not be used interchangeably with results obtained with a different manufacturer's assay. (v) For devices intended for the quantitative detection of HBV antibodies (anti-HBs), in addition to the special controls listed in paragraphs (b)(1) and (2) of this section, labeling required under § 809.10(b) of this chapter must include: (A) The assay calibrators' traceability to a standardized reference material that FDA has determined is appropriate ( *e.g.,* a recognized consensus standard) and the limit of blank (LoB), limit of detection (LoD), limit of quantitation (LoQ), linearity, and precision to define the analytical measuring interval.(B) Performance results of the analytical sensitivity study testing a standardized reference material that FDA has determined is appropriate ( *e.g.,* a recognized consensus standard).(2) Design verification and validation must include the following: (i) Detailed device description, including all parts that make up the device, ancillary reagents required but not provided, an explanation of the device methodology, and design of the antigen(s) and capture antibody(ies) sequences, rationale for the selected epitope(s), degree of amino acid sequence conservation of the target, and the design and composition of all primary, secondary and subsequent standards used for calibration. (ii) Documentation and characterization ( *e.g.,* supplier, determination of identity, and stability) of all critical reagents (including description of the antigen(s) and capture antibody(ies)), and protocols for maintaining product integrity throughout its labeled shelf life.(iii) Risk analysis and management strategies, such as Failure Modes Effects Analysis and/or Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points summaries and their impact on assay performance. (iv) Final release criteria to be used for manufactured assay lots with appropriate evidence that lots released at the extremes of the specifications will meet the identified analytical and clinical performance characteristics as well as stability. (v) Stability studies for reagents must include documentation of an assessment of real-time stability for multiple reagent lots using the indicated specimen types and must use acceptance criteria that ensure that analytical and clinical performance characteristics are met when stability is assigned based on the extremes of the acceptance range. (vi) All stability protocols, including acceptance criteria. (vii) When applicable, analytical sensitivity of the assay that is the same or better than that of other cleared or approved assays. (viii) Analytical performance studies and results for determining the limit of blank (LoB), limit of detection (LoD), cutoff, precision (reproducibility), including lot-to-lot and/or instrument-to-instrument precision, interference, cross reactivity, carryover, hook effect, seroconversion panel testing, matrix equivalency, specimen stability, reagent stability, and cross-genotype antibody detection sensitivity, when appropriate. (ix) For devices intended for the detection of antibodies for which a standardized reference material (that FDA has determined is appropriate) is available, the analytical sensitivity study and results testing the standardized reference material. Detailed documentation of that study and its results must be provided, including the study protocol, study report, testing results, and all statistical analyses. (x) For devices with associated software or instrumentation, documentation must include a detailed description of device software, including software applications and hardware-based devices that incorporate software. The detailed description must include documentation of verification, validation, and hazard analysis and risk assessment activities, including an assessment of the impact of threats and vulnerabilities on device functionality and end users/patients as part of cybersecurity review. (xi) Detailed documentation of clinical performance testing from a clinical study with an appropriate number of HBV reactive and non-reactive samples in applicable risk categories and conducted in the appropriate settings by the intended users. Performance must be analyzed relative to an FDA cleared or approved HBV antibody assay or a comparator that FDA has determined is appropriate. Additional relevant patient groups must be validated as appropriate. The samples must include prospective (sequential) samples for each identified specimen type and, as appropriate, additional characterized clinical samples. Samples must be sourced from geographically diverse areas. (3) For any HBV antibody assay intended for quantitative detection of anti-HBV antibodies, the following special controls, in addition to those special controls listed in paragraphs (b)(1) and (2) of this section, also apply: (i) Detailed documentation of the metrological calibration traceability hierarchy to a standardized reference material that FDA has determined is appropriate. (ii) Detailed documentation of the following analytical performance studies conducted, as appropriate to the technology, specimen types tested, and intended use of the device, including upper and lower limits of quantitation (UloQ and LloQ, respectively), linearity using clinical samples, and an accuracy study using the recognized international standard material.

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{0} SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS DATA (SSED) I. GENERAL INFORMATION Device Generic Name: Total antibodies to hepatitis B core antigen Total antibodies to hepatitis B core antigen control material Device Trade Name: Elecsys® Anti-HBc Immunoassay, Elecsys® PreciControl Anti-HBc for use on the Elecsys® 2010 Immunoassay Analyzer Applicant’s Name and Address: Roche Diagnostics 9115 Hague Road Indianapolis, IN 46256 USA Date(s) of Panel Recommendation: None Premarket Approval Application (PMA) Number: P100032 Date of FDA Notice of Approval: June 27, 2011 Expedited: Not Applicable II. INDICATIONS FOR USE Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay The Elecsys Anti-HBc immunoassay is for the in vitro qualitative determination of total antibodies to hepatitis B core antigen (anti-HBc) in human serum and plasma (lithium-heparin, sodium-citrate, K₂-EDTA) in adult patients with the symptoms of hepatitis or who may be at risk for hepatitis B (HBV) infection. The detection of total anti-HBc is indicative of a laboratory diagnosis for HBV infection. Further HBV serological marker testing is required to define the specific disease state. The Elecsys Anti-HBc immunoassay’s performance has not been established for the monitoring of HBV disease or therapy. The electrochemiluminescence immunoassay “ECLIA” is intended for use on the Elecsys 2010 immunoassay analyzer. Elecsys Anti-HBc PreciControl Elecsys PreciControl Anti-HBc is used for quality control of the Elecsys Anti-HBc immunoassay on the Elecsys 2010 immunoassay analyzer. PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {1} PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data page 2 # III. CONTRAINDICATIONS Assay performance characteristics have not been established in patients under the age of 21, pregnant women, or in populations of immunocompromised or immunosuppressed patients. # IV. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Warnings and precautions for the Elecsys Anti-HBc immunoassay and Elecsys PreciControl Anti-HBc are stated in the respective product labeling. # V. DEVICE DESCRIPTION The assay is a competitive sandwich immunoassay based on the electrochemiluminescence principle. Total duration of testing time is 27 minutes. 1st incubation: 40 μl of sample is treated with a reducing agent. 2nd incubation: HBc antigen is added and a complex is formed with the anti-HBc antibodies in the sample. 3rd incubation: Biotinylated antibodies, ruthenium complex-labeled antibodies that recognize HBc Ag (**Tris (2,2'-bipyridyl)ruthenium(II)complex (Ru(bpy)²/³⁺)**, and streptavidin-coated microparticles are added to the sample. The still-free binding sites on the HBc antigens are recognized and the complex becomes bound to the solid phase using the interaction of biotin and streptavidin. The reaction mixture is aspirated into the measuring cell where the microparticles are magnetically captured onto the surface of the electrode. Unbound substances are then removed with ProCell. Application of a voltage to the electrode then induces chemiluminescent emission which is measured by a photomultiplier. Results are determined automatically by the Elecsys 2010 software by comparing the electrochemiluminescence signal obtained from the reaction product of the sample with the signal of the cutoff value previously obtained by anti-HBc calibration. # Elecsys PreciControl Anti-HBc: The Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay uses the Elecsys PreciControl Anti-HBc for quality control. The controls, 1 (negative) and 2 (positive) contain IgG and IgM Anti-HBc antibodies in human serum and are used for monitoring the accuracy of the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay. # Kit Configuration and Components ## Reagent: The Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay is composed of six reagents. ## Component 1 Reagent M contains streptavidin-coated microparticles (beads) in a concentration of {2} 0.72 mg/mL. The beads are suspended in 50 mmol/L of HEPES (4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1-piperazine-ethanesulfonic Acid) buffer with N-methylisothiazolone (0.01%), (MIT) and oxy-pyrion (0.10%) as preservatives. The reagent is provided ready-to-use and should be stored at 2-8°C upright. ## Component 2 The R1 reagent contains recombinant hepatitis B core antigen (E. coli, rDNA), (45 ng/mL) in a phosphate buffer (pH 7.4). The reagent is preserved with 0.01% MIT and 0.10% oxy-pyrion. It also contains 0.12 μg/mL of monoclonal IgG antibody fragment and 80.6 μg/mL of polyclonal antibody to reduce interferences. This reagent is provided as ready-to-use and should be stored upright at 2-8°C. ## Component 3 The R2 reagent contains purified biotinylated anti-HBc antibody (700 ng/mL) and ruthenylated anti-HBc antibody (200 ng/mL) (both mouse monoclonal) in a phosphate buffer, pH 7.4. Preservatives used are MIT at 0.01% and 0.10% oxy-pyrion. 3 mg/mL of polyclonal IgG antibody, 20 mg/mL of bovine serum plasma protein and 5 mg/mL of bovine serum protein are added as stabilizers. The reagent is ready-to-use and should be stored at 2-8°C upright. ## Component 4 The R0 is the pre-treatment reagent that consists of dithiothreitol in a citrate buffer (pH 9.4). It functions as a reducing agent for the sample. R0 is buffered with sodium citrate, is ready-to-use and should be stored at 2-8°C upright. ## Component 5 Cal 1 is the negative calibrator and consists of buffered (50 mmol/L HEPES) and preserved (0.4% Bronidox L) human serum which is negative for anti-HBc antibodies. The calibrator is non-reactive for HBsAg, anti-HCV and anti-HIV1 and 2 antibodies. It is provided ready-to-use and should be stored at 2-8°C. ## Component 6 Cal 2 is the positive calibrator which consists of buffered (50 mmol/L HEPES) and preserved (0.4% Bronidox L) human serum negative for anti-HBc antibodies along with buffered and preserved human serum that is positive for anti-HBc antibodies (approximately 10 PE U/mL). The calibrator is non-reactive for HBsAg, anti-HCV and anti-HIV 1 and 2 antibodies. It is provided ready-to-use and should be stored at 2-8°C. ## Elecsys PreciControl Anti-HBc The Elecsys PreciControl Anti-HBc contains two reagents. ## Component 1 PreciControl 1, PC 1 is the negative control and consists of two reagents, buffered (50 mmol/L HEPES) and preserved (0.4% Bronidox L) human serum which is negative for anti-HBc antibodies. The reagent is provided ready-to-use and should be stored at 2-8°C. PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data page 3 {3} # Component 2 PreciControl 2, PC 2 is the positive control which consists of two reagents, buffered (50 mmol/L HEPES) and preserved (0.4% Bronidox L) human serum negative for anti-HBc antibodies along with buffered and preserved human serum that is positive for anti-HBc antibodies (approximately 10 PE U/mL). The reagent is provided ready-to-use and should be stored at 2-8°C. # Calibrator The Elecsys Calibrator 1 and Calibrator 2 are used to calibrate the Elecsys Anti-HBc test kit. The presence or absence of anti-HBc in the sample is determined by comparing the electrochemiluminescent signal in the reaction to the cut-off signal determined from an active Elecsys Anti-HBc calibration curve. If the electrochemiluminescent signal of the sample is less than or equal to the cut-off signal, the sample is considered reactive for Anti-HBc. # Interpretation of Results Results are determined automatically by the Elecsys software by comparing the electrochemiluminescence signal obtained from the sample with the cut-off value obtained by the calibration of the Elecsys Anti-HBc. The result of a sample is given in the form of a cut-off index (COI—signal sample/signal cut-off) along with a result interpretation as follows: | COI > 1.1 | Non-reactive (Negative) | | --- | --- | | 1.1 ≥ COI > 0.9 | Border (Borderline) | | COI ≤ 0.9 | Reactive (Positive) | PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {4} Table 1: Clinical Interpretation of Anti-HBc Testing | Initial Elecsys Anti-HBc Assay | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | COI | Result | Interpretation of Results | Retest Procedure | | > 1.1 | Non-reactive^{a} | No antibodies to HBc were detected | No retest required | | 1.1 ≥ COI > 0.9 | Border | Borderline zone (undetermined) | Retest in duplicate with the Elecsys Anti-HBc assay | | ≤ 0.9 | Reactive | Antibodies to HBc detected | Follow CDC recommendations for supplemental testing | a) Note: A negative anti-HBc result can indicate that the patient is either susceptible to HBV infection due to no past exposure, or is immune to HBV due to vaccination. Table 2: Clinical Interpretation of Repeat Anti-HBc Testing | Final Elecsys Anti-HBc Assay | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Initial Result COI | Result after Retest (COI) | Final Results | Interpretation of Results | | > 1.1 | No retest required | NON-REACTIVE^{b} | Antibodies to HBc were not detected; does not exclude the possibility of exposure to HBV | | 1.1 ≥ COI > 0.9 | If 2 of the 3 results have a COI > 1.0 | NON-REACTIVE | Antibodies to HBc were not detected; does not exclude the possibility of exposure to HBV | | | If 2 of the 3 results have a COI ≤ 1.0 | REACTIVE | Presumptive evidence of antibodies to HBc. Follow CDC recommendations for supplemental testing. | | ≤ 0.9 | No retest required | REACTIVE | Presumptive evidence of antibodies to HBc. Follow CDC recommendations for supplemental testing. | b) Note: A negative anti-HBc result can indicate that the patient is either susceptible to HBV infection due to no past exposure, or is immune to HBV due to vaccination. VI. ALTERNATIVE PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES There are currently several FDA approved in vitro diagnostic tests for measuring antibodies (total with both IgG and IgM, and IgM only) to hepatitis B core antigen, which when used in conjunction with a patient’s medical history, clinical examination, and other findings can be used for diagnostic purposes. VII. MARKETING HISTORY The Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay has not been marketed in the United States or any foreign country. PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {5} PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data page 6 # VIII. POTENTIAL ADVERSE EFFECTS OF THE DEVICE ON HEALTH Below is a list of the potential adverse effects (e.g., complications) associated with the use of the device. Failure of the test to perform as indicated or human error during performance of the test may lead to a false diagnosis and improper patient management. Anti-HBc detects total antibodies to the hepatitis B core antigen. A false non-reactive result in a clinical setting can cause a physician to believe the patient’s infection is not resolving when it is. Conversely, a false reactive result could lead the physician to believe the patient’s infection is resolving when it is not. This could lead to missing a patient with chronic carrier status. To prevent these misdiagnoses, additional testing is often used, including the measurement of anti-hepatitis B e-antigen (Anti-HBe) and anti-hepatitis B surface antigen (Anti-HBsAg). Incorrect results with an Anti-HBc assay (false positives or negatives) do not pose a public health problem because the assay alone does not provide information on chronic carrier status. Since chronic carriers are infectious for hepatitis B, they need to be tested periodically with an assay for hepatitis B surface antigen. # IX. SUMMARY OF PRECLINICAL STUDIES All studies were performed using the Elecsys 2010 analyzer ## A. Cutoff Determination The establishment of the cut-off formula for the Elecsys 2010 analyzer was done by experimental design. For the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay the cutoff is calculated from signal of the negative calibrator (Cal 1) and the positive calibrator (Cal 2) according to the following general formula: $$ (a) \times \text{Cal 1} + (b) \times \text{Cal 2} + c $$ The cut-off was established with internal studies measuring a panel of 240 samples from hospitalized subjects and from sample banks. Receiver Operator Curve (ROC) analysis was done to verify the cut-off and determine sensitivity and specificity. The cut off for Elecsys Anti-HBc on Elecsys 2010 was verified by measuring in total 1563 samples including hospitalized subjects, seroconversion panels, and banked samples on the Elecsys 2010 analyzer. ## B. Analytical Performance/Dilution Studies For each production lot, the sensitivity at cut-off is determined by Quality Control (QC) during lot release. The analytical performance of the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay is calculated by reading off the concentration at the cut-off from the master calibrator curve. The concentration values for the master calibrator curve {6} were established via reference standardization. The sensitivity at cut-off was calculated by reading off the concentration at the cutoff from the master calibrator curve (B) and the reference standard curve (A). ## Study Description (A): Reference material (Anti-HBc IgG Reference material 1982; lyophilized) obtained from Paul Ehrlich Institute, with a concentration of 100 PEI-U/mL, 0.5 mL, was pooled and diluted with non-reactive serum to a concentration of 6 U/mL. From this stock solution a dilution series with 7 dilution steps was generated from 0 to 2 PEI-U/mL. The 7 dilution steps were measured on Elecsys 2010 with three reagent lots. Sensitivity at cut-off was read of the reference standard curve. ## Study Description (B): The six master calibrators for Elecsys Anti-HBc were measured and concentration of cut-off was read off this calibrator curve. Four production lots were tested. Additionally, the analytical sensitivity of the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay was evaluated by determining the Limit of Blank (LoB) and Limit of Detection (LoD) as described in CLSI guideline EP17-A. The limit of blank was determined to be 0.139 and 0.127 U/mL with two lots, and the limit of detection was determined to be 0.2023 and 0.1927 U/mL. The analytical sensitivity is conservatively set at ≤0.8 PEI U/mL. ## C. Endogenous Interference To evaluate the effect of elevated levels of hemoglobin, bilirubin, lipids (intralipid), biotin, total protein and human anti-mouse antibodies on the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay, interferent experiments were done with serum samples. All samples were tested in triplicate for hemolysis, bilirubin, lipemia, biotin and total protein studies. Samples were tested in duplicate for the HAMA studies. The acceptance criteria for samples ≥ 0.1 COI was a recovery within 60-140% COI for each individual sample and a mean recovery of 80-120% COI for all samples when compared to the initial unspiked result. The acceptance criteria for samples < 0.1 COI was a recovery of < 0.1 COI. The results of this study demonstrated that samples containing hemolysate up to 0.8 g/dL, bilirubin up to 25 mg/dL, lipids up to 1000 mg/dL, biotin up to 30 ng/mL, total protein up to 10 g/dL, and HAMA up to 483 ng/mL should test accurately with the Elecsys Anti-HBc II Immunoassay. ## D. Matrix Effects Studies were conducted to verify the suitability of four types of blood collection tubes to be used with the Elecsys Anti-HBc assay. Samples were collected into matched serum and plasma collection tubes from 40 donors and assayed in triplicate on the Elecsys 2010 instrument. Forty matched pairs were collected in the evaluation of each: Serum/gel separator tubes, lithium heparin plasma, K₂-EDTA plasma and sodium citrate plasma. Samples were spiked with anti-HBc antibodies. For each set of comparisons, there were 10 samples negative for anti-HBc, 9 samples high- PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {7} negative for anti-HBc, 11 samples low-positive for anti-HBc and 10 samples positive for anti-HBc (serum gel separation experiments had 10 high-negative and 10 low-positive). These were defined as: - Negative (targeted to approximately >1.3 COI) - High negative (targeted to approximately 1.0-1.3 COI) - Positive (targeted to approximately <0.7 COI) - And low positive (targeted to approximately 0.7-1.0 COI) The acceptance criteria for samples ≥ 0.1 COI was a recovery within 60-140% COI for each individual sample and a mean recovery of 80-120% COI for all samples when compared to the initial unspiked result. The acceptance criteria for samples < 0.1 COI was a recovery of < 0.1 COI. Statistical evaluations were done to analyze the cutoff index data for overall bias using orthogonal linear regression, which will reveal any relevant overall proportional bias. The studies support the use of plasma collected using blood collection tubes containing the following anticoagulants: - Lithium heparin - K₂ EDTA - Sodium citrate The studies also support the use of serum separator tubes with the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay. ## E. Drug Interference A drug interference study was performed on the Elecsys 2010 immunoassay analyzer with 18 common therapeutic drugs. Each drug was spiked into a negative and a low positive sample. Samples were tested in triplicate and compared to an unspiked serum sample (reference) which was tested 9-fold. The spiked samples were evaluated at a concentration C1 (“x” times the maximum daily dosage). Mean COI, standard deviations and percent recoveries were calculated. Each drug was found to not cause interference at the claimed concentrations. Since these studies were performed in vitro, they do not assess the potential interference when metabolized in vivo. ## F. Carryover Study On the 2010 analyzer, the use of disposable tips for sample pipetting and for reagent pipetting excludes any risk of carry over by design of test system. However, a study was performed to determine the extent of carryover in the instrument’s measuring cell. First an anti-HBc negative sample was tested in triplicate. Next a reactive anti-Toxo IgG sample (which creates a high signal for toxo IgG at ≥ 2 million counts) was PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data page 8 12 {8} tested. This was followed again by the respective anti-HBc negative sample, tested in triplicate. The deviation of the first signal value of the negative sample after the high-signal generating sample was compared to the median signal of the triplicate measurements before testing the high-signal-generating sample. The procedure was repeated with a low positive anti-HBc sample followed again with a high Toxo-IgG sample and then followed with the low anti-HBc sample. The observed deviation in counts recovery met acceptance criteria of $\mathrm{CV} \leq 7\%$. These studies demonstrate that there is no signal carry over with the Elecsys anti-HBc immunoassay. ## G. High Dose Hook Effect The Elecsys Anti-HBc II assay is not influenced by the high dose hook effect phenomenon because it is based on the competitive immunoassay principle. Therefore, no testing was performed. ## H. Stability Studies ### 1. Sample Stability Three studies were performed to verify the stability of patient samples using the Elecsys Anti-HBc immunoassay. The potential influence of storage of serum $(n=12)$ and plasma $(n=12)$ samples for 5 days at $2-8^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$ and 4 freeze/thaw cycles were evaluated. Serum $(n=17)$ sample stability was evaluated at $-20^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$ for 2 months $(n=17)$. Tested were negative, high negative, low positive and positive samples run in triplicate. For the storage at $2-8^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$, samples were tested at time 0 (unstressed), 1, 2, 4 and 5 days. Time points tested for $-20^{\circ}$ were time 0 (unstressed) and 2 months. Freeze/thaw cycle samples were tested at time 0 (unstressed) and then after each freeze-thaw cycle (total of four cycles). Recovery after storage for each test was calculated based on sample to cut-off index. The acceptance criteria for samples $\geq 0.1$ COI was a recovery within $60-140\%$ COI for each individual sample and a mean recovery of $80-120\%$ COI for all samples when compared to the initial unstressed result. The acceptance criteria for samples $< 0.1$ COI was a recovery of $< 0.1$ COI. These studies indicate that serum and plasma patient samples may be stored for 5 days at $2-8^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$ and can withstand 4 freeze/thaw cycles. Serum samples may be stored for 2 months at $-20^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$ prior to testing by the Elecsys Anti-HBc assay. ### 2. Elecsys Anti-HBc Reagent Stability #### i. Reagent Real-Time Stability To assess the real-time stability, whole kit samples were chosen from three production lots. The kits were stored at the recommended storage temperature of PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data page 9 13 {9} 2-8°C, in a temperature-controlled area, for the duration of the ongoing stability studies. The measured intervals started with the production date, at least in the middle of the shelf life and one month after expiration. Samples tested were human internal control samples (ICS) and PreciControl (PC). For real time stability, the lots were tested at 1, 10 and 14 months. Key stability parameters monitored for the Elecsys Anti-HBc assay were analytical sensitivity and results of internal control samples. These studies to characterize the stability of the Anti-HBc assay confirm a shelf life of 14 months when stored at 2-8°C. The product will be labeled with a shelf life of 13 months and the labeling will state that the reagent is stable, unopened at 2-8°C up to the stated expiration date. ## ii. Reagent Temperature Stress Stability Temperature stress stability studies were conducted to determine the effect of elevated temperature stress on Elecsys Anti-HBc immunoassay during transportation for one week at 35°C. A reagent kit was stressed for one week at 35°C. The stressed kit was then used to determine recoveries of 7 human serum samples and two internal PreciControls, tested in duplicate. The acceptance criteria for samples ≥ 0.1 COI was a recovery within 60-140% COI for each individual sample and a mean recovery of 80-120% COI for all samples when compared to the result from the unstressed reagent. The acceptance criteria for samples < 0.1 COI was a recovery of < 0.1 COI. The results from the temperature stress studies indicated stability for the Elecsys Anti-HBc reagent for 1 week at 35°C. ## iii. Reagent Stability After First Opening Stability studies were performed to determine the time period in which the Elecsys Anti-HBc kits can be kept at 2-8°C once opened. A new reagent pack was opened and calibrated. Seven human serum and two PreciControls were tested in duplicate with the freshly opened reagent (unstressed) and then at 4, 8 and 9 weeks after storing at 2-8°C. The acceptance criteria for samples ≥ 0.1 COI was a recovery within 60-140% COI for each individual sample and a mean recovery of 80-120% COI for all samples when compared to the result from the unstressed reagent. The acceptance criteria for samples < 0.1 COI was a recovery of < 0.1 COI. The reagent is stable for 9 weeks after opening, stored at 2-8°C. Eight weeks is claimed in the product labeling. PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data page 10 {10} iv. On-Board Stability – Open Reagent Pack Stability studies were performed to determine the time period in which Elecsys Anti-HBc immunoassay kits can be kept on-board the Elecsys 2010 analyzer once opened. A reagent kit was opened and calibrated and kept on-board the instrument for 5 weeks at 20°C (± 3°C). Seven human serum samples and two PreciControls were tested with the on-board reagent at time 0 and weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. For each testing point, the calibration had occurred seven days prior. The acceptance criteria for samples ≥ 0.1 COI was a recovery within 60-140% COI for each individual sample and a mean recovery of 80-120% COI for all samples when compared to the result from the unstressed reagent. The acceptance criteria for samples < 0.1 COI was a recovery of < 0.1 COI. All acceptance criteria were met at each week tested. The reagent on-board stability is claimed for 4 weeks. v. On-Board Stability – Open reagent Pack, On Board and Refrigerated Stability studies were performed to determine the time period in which the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay kits can be stored in the refrigerator and alternatively on the Elecsys 2010 analyzer once opened. An Elecsys Anti-HBc rack-pack was stored for 8 weeks in the refrigerator at 2–8°C and alternately on-board at 20°C (± 3°C) (up to 56 hours in total) to simulate on-board stress. Each week the reagent was checked with regard to stability of the weekly calibration. A new reagent pack was opened and calibrated. Seven human sera samples and two PreciControls were tested in duplicates with the on-board reagent at time 0 and weeks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8. For each testing time point the calibration occurred seven days prior. The acceptance criteria were fulfilled. The assay is labeled for storage of the reagent alternately in the refrigerator (2-8°C) up to 8 weeks and on-board the Elecsys 2010 analyzer for up to 56 hours in total. 3. Elecsys Anti-HBc Calibrator Stability Studies i. On-Board Stability—Open Calibrators Stability studies were performed to determine the time period in which the Elecsys Anti-HBc calibrators can be kept open on-board the Elecsys 2010 analyzer. A new Anti-HBc reagent pack was opened and calibrated, then stored at 2-8°C. Opened calibrators were stored at 32°C (the on-board condition of the Elecsys 2010 sample rotor disk for calibration). The calibrators were tested in duplicate in 6 one-hour intervals of incubation at 32°C. Recovery for each calibrator was calculated based on counts. PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data page 11 15 {11} Acceptance criterion was 90-110% recovery of signal counts at ≥ 5 hours at 32°C. Criteria were met and the calibrators are labeled as stable open and on-board the Elecsys 2010 analyzer for 5 hours. ## ii. Calibrator Stability after First Opening Stability studies were performed to determine the time period in which the Elecsys Anti-HBc calibrators can be kept at 2-8°C. A new reagent pack was opened and calibrated, and then both reagent and calibrators were stored at 2-8°C for 9 weeks. The reagent was checked at 4, 8 and 9 weeks with new calibration. Seven human serum samples and two PreciControls were run in duplicate at time 0, 4, 8 and 9 weeks. The calibrator stability was determined by calculation of recovery of the samples compared to time 0. The acceptance criteria for samples ≥ 0.1 COI was a recovery within 60-140% COI for each individual sample and a mean recovery of 80-120% COI for all samples when compared to the result from the original run. The acceptance criteria for samples < 0.1 COI was a recovery of < 0.1 COI. The acceptance criteria were met and the Elecsys Anti-HBc calibrators are labeled as stable for 8 weeks after first opening when stored at 2-8°C. ## iii. Calibration Stability Studies Calibration must be performed once per reagent lot using the Elecsys Anti-HBc Cal 1, Cal 2 and fresh reagent. Renewed calibration is recommended after 1 month with the same reagent lot and after 7 days with the same reagent kit. Stability studies were performed to verify the claim that a lot calibration can be used for one month (28 days) with multiple reagent kits from the same lot (Lot Calibration Study) and that a calibration is stable for 7 days (Reagent Pack Calibration Study). ## Lot Calibration Study Two reagent lots were tested on three Elecsys 2010 analyzers. Two levels of PreciControl Anti-HBc, two negative, two borderline and two positive human serum samples were tested in duplicate. Fresh reagent was calibrated at day 0. On day 29, fresh reagent from the same lot was run to demonstrate the stability of the initial calibration. The acceptance criteria for samples ≥ 0.1 COI was a recovery within 60-140% COI for each individual sample and a mean recovery of 80-120% COI for all samples when compared to the result from the original run. The acceptance criteria for samples < 0.1 COI was a recovery of < 0.1 COI. Acceptance criteria were met. The studies confirm calibration stability of one month with multiple reagent kits from the same lot. The product is labeled instructing a repeat of calibration at 28 days when using the same reagent lot. PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {12} # Reagent Pack Calibration Study An Elecsys Anti-HBc reagent pack was stored for 2 weeks in the refrigerator at 2-8°C and alternately on-board the Elecsys 2010 at 20°C (± 3°C) to simulate on-board stress. Each week the reagent was checked with regard to stability of the weekly calibration. Seven human serum samples (negative, borderline and positive) and two PreciControls were tested in duplicate with the on-board reagent at day 0 and after 1, and 2 weeks with weekly calibration. The acceptance criteria for samples ≥ 0.1 COI was a recovery within 60-140% COI for each individual sample and a mean recovery of 80-120% COI for all samples when compared to the result from the original run. The acceptance criteria for samples < 0.1 COI was a recovery of < 0.1 COI. Acceptance criteria were met. The studies confirm calibration stability for 7 days on the Elecsys 2010 when using the same reagent kit. ## 4. PreciControl Anti-HBc Studies ### i. PreciControl Real-Time Stability To assess the real-time stability, whole kit samples were randomly selected from individual lots of finished product. The three randomly selected PreciControl kits were stored at the recommended storage temperature of 2-8°C. The test measurement intervals started with the production date of the last kit of reagent in the released kits, and continued, one intermediate time point, and t one month after expiration. Acceptance criteria were based on target ranges for each control and lot number (78-122% for PC1; 56-144% for PC2). All acceptance criteria were met and the data support a shelf-life of 14 months. Stability for the Elecsys PreciControl Anti-HBc is claimed for 13 months. ### ii. PreciControl Temperature Stress Stability Temperature stress stability studies were conducted to demonstrate the stability of the PreciControl Anti-HBc during transportation for one week at 35°C. The stressed kit was compared to a PreciControl kit stored at 2-8°C (reference kit). The cut-off indices of the PreciControls were assessed in duplicate before and after storage. Acceptance criterion was recovery of 80-120% of unstressed material. All acceptance criteria were met, demonstrating the Elecsys PreciControl Anti-HBc is stable for 1 week at 35°C. ### iii. PreciControl Stability after First Opening Stability studies were performed to determine the time period in which the Elecsys PreciControl Anti-HBc can be kept at 2-8°C once opened. A new PreciControl kit was opened and tested, then stored at 2-8°C for 9 weeks. After 4, 8 and 9 weeks the stressed reagent was tested in duplicate along with unopened PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {13} PreciControl that had been stored at 2-8°C. Acceptance criterion was recovery of 80-120% of unopened material. All acceptance criteria were met, demonstrating that the Elecsys PreciControl is stable after first opening when stored at 2-8°C for 9 weeks. Eight weeks stability is claimed. iv. On-Board Stability—Open PreciControls Stability studies were performed to determine the time period in which the Elecsys PreciControl Anti-HBc can be kept open on-board the Elecsys 2010 analyzer. A new Anti-HBc reagent pack and a new PreciControl kit were opened and tested. The reagent pack was then stored at 2-8°C and the opened PreciControls were stored at 32°C (upper limit of the ambient temperature on the analyzer). The PreciControls were tested in duplicate at 6 one-hour intervals. Acceptance criterion was 90-110% recovery of the signal counts at ≥ 5 hours. All acceptance criteria was met at 6 hours on-board the Elecsys 2010. Stability of PreciControl Anti-HBc of up to 5 hours is claimed. I. Antimicrobial Effectiveness Testing Antimicrobial effectiveness testing (AET) has been performed according to United States Pharmacopoeia (USP) chapter <51>. Testing was performed with all reagents of Elecsys Anti-HBc and Elecsys PreciControl Anti-HBc. One lot of each reagent was tested with a panel of microorganisms. All reagents were plated on appropriate media prior to inoculation, and non-inoculated controls were incubated in parallel and plated at each time point. After inoculation, samples were plated on appropriate media at Day 0, Day 7, Day 14, and Day 28. To pass USP criteria, the bacterial concentration has to be reduced to 10% of the original inoculum by day 7, < 0.1% of the original inoculum by day 14, and remain at or below this level until day 28. For yeast and molds, these are to remain at or below the original inoculum during the 28 day period. Preservation of all reagents tested has been sufficient to pass USP. In addition to these studies, each lot of components is checked for microbial contamination as part of the QC Release Testing Procedure. Microbial contaminants at a level which would compromise product performance would also fail quality assurance criteria listed in the product insert. No microbial outgrowth has been observed in components stored at elevated temperatures, relative to recommended 2-8°C storage, in previous accelerated stability studies. J. Precision Precision measurements were conducted to evaluate repeatability, and the intermediate precision of within laboratory precision according to CLSI guideline EP5-A2. PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {14} # Internal precision A six member precision panel consisting of 4 human sera (one moderate positive, one negative, one low positive (approximately 95 %), and one high negative (approximately 95 %) and two PreciControls (one positive and one negative) was measured in duplicate determinations in two runs per day for 12 days. The measurements were performed on one Elecsys 2010 analyzer, at one site, with one reagent lot performing weekly calibration, spanning at least two calibration cycles. Repeatability and within-laboratory precision was calculated according to EP5-A2. Table 3: Repeatability | Sample | Mean (COI) | SD (COI) | CV (%) | n | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Negative serum | 1.84 | 0.065 | 3.5 | 48 | | High negative serum | 1.03 | 0.016 | 1.5 | 48 | | Low positive serum | 0.874 | 0.015 | 1.7 | 48 | | Positive serum | 0.452 | 0.009 | 2.0 | 48 | | PC 1 | 1.60 | 0.022 | 1.4 | 48 | | PC 2 | 0.378 | 0.010 | 2.8 | 48 | Table 4: Within-Laboratory Precision | Sample | Mean (COI) | SD (COI) | CV (%) | n | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Negative serum | 1.84 | 0.092 | 5.0 | 48 | | High negative serum | 1.03 | 0.045 | 4.3 | 48 | | Low positive serum | 0.874 | 0.041 | 4.7 | 48 | | Positive serum | 0.452 | 0.028 | 6.1 | 48 | | PC 1 | 1.60 | 0.062 | 3.9 | 48 | | PC 2 | 0.378 | 0.042 | 11.2 | 48 | # External Precision Precision was further evaluated incorporating between-run, between-day, between-lot and between-site variation. This study was done following CLSI EP5-A2 and CLSI EP15-A2 using three Elecsys 2010 instruments at three sites using three lots of reagent, with two lots at each site. Samples tested included PreciControl 1 and 2, four human serum pools near the cut-off and one moderately reactive human serum pool. Pools were tested in replicates of 3 in 2 runs per day for 5 days according to CLSI EP15-A2/EP 5-A2. The analysis of data was based on guidance from the CLSI documents EP5-A2 and EP15-A2. Data from all three reagent lots were combined to achieve SD and percent CV for repeatability, intermediate precision, between-day, between-lot, between-site and reproducibility. Results are summarized below. PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {15} Table 5: External Precision Data | Elecsys Anti-HBc reproducibility on the Elecsys 2010 Analyzer | | | | | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Sample | | HS1 | HS2 | HS3 | HS4 | HS5 | PC1 | PC2 | | N | | 180 | 180 | 180 | 180 | 180 | 180 | 180 | | Mean | COI | 1.178 | 1.094 | 0.916 | 0.825 | 0.611 | 1.666 | 0.379 | | Repeatability | SD | 0.032 | 0.028 | 0.023 | 0.029 | 0.020 | 0.034 | 0.009 | | | %CV | 2.7 | 2.6 | 2.5 | 3.5 | 3.3 | 2.0 | 2.5 | | Between-run | SD | 0.027 | 0.023 | 0.019 | 0.015 | 0.013 | 0.038 | 0.011 | | | %CV | 2.3 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 1.9 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.9 | | Between-day | SD | 0.023 | 0.026 | 0.029 | 0.024 | 0.011 | 0.036 | 0.007 | | | %CV | 1.9 | 2.4 | 3.1 | 2.9 | 1.7 | 2.1 | 2.0 | | Between-lot | SD | 0.036 | 0.033 | 0.040 | 0.031 | 0.036 | 0.022 | 0.028 | | | %CV | 3.1 | 3.0 | 4.4 | 3.8 | 5.8 | 1.3 | 7.4 | | Between-site | SD | 0.000^{c} | 0.000^{c} | 0.000^{c} | 0.000^{c} | 0.000^{c} | 0.050 | 0.000^{c} | | | %CV | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 3.0 | 0.0 | | Reproducibility | SD | 0.06 | 0.056 | 0.058 | 0.051 | 0.044 | 0.083 | 0.032 | | | %CV | 5.1 | 5.1 | 6.3 | 6.2 | 7.3 | 5.0 | 8.5 | c) SD of zero due to variance contributed by particular component was below stated significant figure ## K. Analytical Specificity A study was conducted to evaluate the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay for potential cross-reactivity for specimens from individuals with medical conditions unrelated to hepatitis B infection. The study was performed by testing 246 samples with 22 various known infectious diseases, vaccinations or medical conditions that could potentially interfere with hepatitis B core antibody testing. Of this group, 99 were white (40.2%), 33 black (13.4%), 4 Asian (1.6%), 1 Native American (0.4%), 3 other (1.2%) and 106 unknown (43.1%). In this cohort, 206 samples (84%) were found to be non-reactive with both the reference and Elecsys Anti-HBc, assays and 35 samples (14%) were found to be reactive with both assays. No samples were reactive with the reference assay and non-reactive with the Elecsys assay, while 5 samples (2%) were reactive with the Elecsys assay and non-reactive with the reference assay. PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {16} The study demonstrated a negative percent agreement between Elecsys and the reference anti-HBc antibody assays of 97.63% (206/211) with a 95th percentile confidence interval of 94.56-99.23%. The overall negative and positive percent agreement was 97.97% (241/246) with a 95th percentile confidence interval of 95.32-99.34%. Table 6: Analytical Specificity in Subjects with Other Known Conditions | Reference Assay | Reactive | | Non-Reactive | | Total samples | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Elecsys Anti-HBc Assay | Reactive | Non-Reactive | Reactive | Non-Reactive | n | | Anti-nuclear antibody (ANA) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 15 | | Cytomegalovirus (anti-CMV positive) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 12 | | Epstein Barr virus (anti-EBV positive) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 11 | | Hepatitis A (anti-HAV positive) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 9 | | HAV Vaccination | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 | | Hepatitis C (anti-HCV positive) | 3 | 0 | 1^{1} | 8 | 12 | | Hepatitis D (anti-HDV positive) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | | Hepatitis E (anti-HEV positive) | 6 | 0 | 2^{1} | 3 | 11 | | Human immunodeficiency virus (anti-HIV-1 positive) | 5 | 0 | 1^{1} | 3 | 9 | | Herpes Simplex (HSV) IgG | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 9 | | Human T Cell Lymphotropic Virus (HTLV) | 2 | 0 | 1^{1} | 9 | 12 | | Non-viral liver disease | 1 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 38 | | Parvovirus (B_{19}) infection | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 9 | | Rheumatoid factor | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 11 | | Rubella | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 10 | | Syphilis (T. pallidum) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 11 | | Toxoplasmosis IgG positive | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 8 | | Influenza Vaccine recipients | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 10 | | HBV Vaccination | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 7 | | E. coli infection | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 12 | | Pregnancy | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 11 | | Varicella Zoster (Anti-VZV) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 8 | | Total | 35 | 0 | 5 | 206 | 246 | Samples that tested reactive for anti-HBc by the reference method were not further evaluated to establish the true hepatitis B infection status. The potential for cross-reactivity between anti-HDV reactive and anti-HBc non-reactive samples has not been established. ¹ A total of five discrepant results were observed with the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay: HCV (1/12), HEV (2/11), HTLV I/II (1/12), HIV (1/9) PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {17} # L. Seroconversion Analysis Seroconversion sensitivity of the Elecsys anti-HBc Immunoassay was demonstrated by testing seven commercially sourced seroconversion panels in comparison to that of a reference anti-HBc assay. The panels consisted of a total of 78 specimens which were run using the Elecsys Anti-HBc and the reference anti-HBc immunoassays. The sources of the panels were ZeptoMetrix (ZPT) and SeraCare/bbi (SC/bbi). Demographics and medical history on most of these subjects were not supplied. The comparison of the seroconversion detection between the assays in terms of days is summarized in the table below. Table 7: Results for Days of Evidence of anti-HBc Seroconversion for the Elecsys anti-HBc Compared to the Reference Assay | Panel ID | Days to change in reactivity of Anti-HBc IgM results | | | | Difference in Days to Elecsys Anti-HBc Reactivity (Reference-Elecsys)^{a} | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | Reference Anti-HBc | | Elecsys Anti-HBc | | | | | NR^{b} | RX^{c} | NR | RX | | | 11024 | 54 | NC^{d} | 54 | NC | N/A | | 6278 | 37 | 41 | 33 | 37 | 4 | | 6281 | 36 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 0 | | 9072 | 159 | NC | 159 | NC | N/A | | PHM933 | 16 | 144 | 16 | 144 | 0 | | PHM934 | 14 | 84 | 14 | 84 | 0 | | PHM935B | --^{e} | 128 | --^{e} | 128 | 0 | a. The dates of the first reactive test results were compared in the reference assay and the Elecsys Anti-HBc assay. If the first reactive test result occurred on the same day, then the difference is 0; if the Elecsys Anti-HBc assay had an earlier date, then the difference is positive; if the Elecsys Anti-HBc assay had a later date, then the difference is negative. b. NR = non-reactive c. RX = reactive d. NC = no conversion e. All bleeds were positive for anti-HBc The Elecsys Anti-HBc was reactive in the same bleed as the reference assay in 4 of the 7 panels tested. The Elecsys Anti-HBc assay was reactive earlier than the reference assay in one panel. Seroconversion never occurred in either assay in 2 panels. # X. SUMMARY OF PRIMARY CLINICAL STUDY To evaluate the Elecsys Anti-HBc assay's ability to detect antibodies to HBc in a group of individuals that would normally be tested in a clinical situation, a multi-center prospective study was conducted to evaluate the clinical performance on the Elecsys 2010 analyzer. The study population included individuals with specific risks or history associated with hepatitis B infection. Medical/clinical risks included a history of transplants or blood transfusions and/or PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {18} clotting factors, HIV infection or other immunodeficiency diseases, hemodialysis patients, prenatal exposure to HBV and a family history of any hepatitis. Occupational risks included healthcare workers, tattoo artists, morticians and individuals with a history of incarceration. Sexual risks included individuals with multiple sex partners, individuals with a history of sexual contact with partners with STDs (including HIV), male-on-male sex partners and commercial sex workers. Behavioral risks included IV drug use, cocaine users who ingested the drug through shared straws, and individuals with tattoo or body piercings. A total of 1,526 prospective subjects were recruited for the diagnostic accuracy analysis and were divided into two groups, Asymptomatic at Risk (n=959, 63%) and Symptomatic at Risk (n=567, 37%) populations. The Asymptomatic at Risk population was required to have no clinical symptoms of liver disease. The Symptomatic at Risk group was required to have laboratory data or histological findings suggestive for hepatitis infection including jaundice, discoloration of urine or stool, non-specific GI symptoms such as nausea or vomiting, flu-like symptoms, elevated ALT, AST or bilirubin, cryoglobulinemia, lymphoma, autoimmune thyroiditis, renal disease, dermatologic conditions such as lichen plannus or porphyria cutanea tarda, and histological evidence of liver disease (if available). The signs and symptoms population must also belong to one of the listed at-risk groups for HBV. The prospective samples for these cohorts were collected from multiple US sites including Miami, Coconut Creek and Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; Los Angeles, CA; Newark, NJ; and Atlanta, GA. Final analysis included 1,526 subjects with 72% male and 28% female subjects. Overall, 47.9% of patients were black, 0.66% Native American, 0.33% Asian, 45.8% white (Hispanic and non-Hispanic), 0.26% Pacific Islander with 1.18% defined as other and 3.87% classified as unknown. Ages for both cohorts ranged from 21 to 79 with a median of 43 years. PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data page 19 23 {19} Table 8: Demographic Summary of Race of Subject by Gender and Age in the Clinical Cohort (Asymptomatic and Symptomatic) | Age | Gender | Black | White | Asian | Native American | Pacific Islander | Other | Unknown | Total | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 21-30 | Male | 27 | 84 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 32 | 150 | | | Female | 25 | 90 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 123 | | 31-40 | Male | 90 | 112 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 214 | | | Female | 31 | 56 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 94 | | 41-50 | Male | 253 | 166 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 431 | | | Female | 80 | 44 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 127 | | 51-60 | Male | 163 | 82 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 255 | | | Female | 41 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 73 | | 61-70 | Male | 17 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 40 | | | Female | 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | | 71-80 | Male | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | | | Female | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | | Totals | Male | 551 | 468 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 14 | 48 | 1095 | | | Female | 180 | 231 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 11 | 431 | | | All | 731 | 699 | 5 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 59 | 1526 | Table 9: Demographic Summary of Overall Specimen Population by Age and Gender in an Asymptomatic At Risk Population | Population | | Elecsys Anti-HBc Assay | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Age | Gender | Positive n (percent of total) | Negative n (percent of total) | Total | | 21 - 30 | Male | 9 (11) | 73 (89) | 82 | | | Female | 6 (7) | 76 (93) | 82 | | 31 - 40 | Male | 51 (34) | 100 (66) | 151 | | | Female | 12 (20) | 49 (80) | 61 | | 41 - 50 | Male | 126 (45) | 151 (55) | 277 | | | Female | 29 (35) | 53 (65) | 82 | | 51 - 60 | Male | 72 (48) | 78 (52) | 150 | | | Female | 22 (48) | 24 (52) | 46 | | 61 - 70 | Male | 6 (35) | 11 (65) | 17 | | | Female | 3 (50) | 3 (50) | 6 | | 71 - 80 | Male | 2 (50) | 2 (50) | 4 | | | Female | 0 (0) | 1 (100) | 1 | | Totals | Male | 266 (39) | 415 (61) | 681 | | | Female | 72 (26) | 206 (74) | 278 | | | All | 338 (35) | 621 (65) | 959 | PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {20} Table 10: Demographic Summary of Overall Specimen Population by Age and Gender in a Symptomatic At Risk Population | Population | | Elecsys Anti-HBc Assay | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Age | Gender | Positive n (percent of total) | Negative n (percent of total) | Total | | 21 - 30 | Male | 32 (47) | 36 (53) | 68 | | | Female | 9 (22) | 32 (78) | 41 | | 31 – 40 | Male | 15 (24) | 48 (76) | 63 | | | Female | 9 (27) | 24 (73) | 33 | | 41 – 50 | Male | 50 (32) | 104 (68) | 154 | | | Female | 21 (47) | 24 (53) | 45 | | 51 - 60 | Male | 49 (47) | 56 (53) | 105 | | | Female | 9 (33) | 18 (67) | 27 | | 61 – 70 | Male | 14 (61) | 9 (39) | 23 | | | Female | 3 (60) | 2 (40) | 5 | | 71 - 80 | Male | 1 (100) | 0 (0) | 1 | | | Female | 0 (0) | 2 (100) | 2 | | Totals | Male | 161 (39) | 253 (61) | 414 | | | Female | 51 (33) | 102 (67) | 153 | | | All | 212 (37) | 355 (63) | 567 | Specimen Classification: Tests from an HBV marker assay panel were run on each clinical specimen to determine a single time-point serological diagnosis of HBV disease status. All assays used were FDA approved/cleared. The Elecsys HBsAg and Anti-HBs Immunoassays on the 2010 or E170 served as FDA approved reference assays. Further reference testing was conducted with the Abbott AxSYM CORE 2.0 (anti-HBc) and CORE M 2.0 (anti-HBc IgM) assays and the DiaSorin ETI-AB-EBK Plus (anti-HBe) and ETI-EBK Plus (HBeAg) assays. These assays were performed according to the manufacturer's instructions. The interpretation algorithm for the various HBV classifications based on the serological profiles recorded in the database is shown in the table below: Table 11: Serological Classification by FDA-Approved HBV Panel | | HBsAg | HBeAg | Anti-HBc IgM | Anti-HBc | Anti-HBe | Anti-HBs | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Acute | (+) | (+) | (-) | (-) | (-) | (-) | | Acute | (+) | (+) or (-) | eq | (+) | (+) | (-) | | Acute | (+) | (+) | (+) | (+) | (-), (+), nd/qns | (-) | | Acute | (+) | (-) | (+) | (+) | (+) | (-) | | Acute | (+) | qns | (+) | (+) | (+) | (-) | | Acute | (+) | (+) | (+) | (+) | (-) | eq | | Acute (Late) | (+) | (-) | (+) | (+) | (+) | (+) | | | | | | | | | | Chronic | (+) >6 mo. | | | | | | | Chronic | (+) >6 mo. | (-) | (-) | (+) | (+), eq, (+) | (-) | | Chronic | (+) >6 mo. | (+) | eq | (+) | (-) | (-) | | Chronic | (+) | (+) | (-) | (+) | (-) | (-) | | Chronic | (+) | (-) | (-) | (+) | (+), eq, (+) | (-) | | Chronic | (+) | (+) | (+) | (+) | (-) | (+) | PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {21} PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data page 22 26 # Sample Classification Results Samples from the 2 cohorts were classified as shown below. Elecsys Anti-HBc results were not used in this classification. Those doing the categorization were blinded to those values. Table 12: HBV Classification by Serology in Asymptomatic at Risk Cohort | HBV Classification | Total | Percent | | --- | --- | --- | | Acute | 8 | 0.83 | | Chronic | 28 | 2.92 | | Early Recovery | 62 | 6.47 | | Recovery | 139 | 14.49 | | Recovered | 97 | 10.11 | | HBV Vaccination | 189 | 19.71 | | Not Previously Infected | 432 | 45.05 | | Not Interpretable | 4 | 0.42 | | Total | 959 | 100.00 | | | HBsAg | HBeAg | Anti-HBc IgM | Anti-HBc | Anti-HBe | Anti-HBs | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | | | | | | | | Early Recovery | (-) | (-) | eq | (+) | (+) | (+) or eq | | Early Recovery | (-) | (-) | (+) | (+) | (+) | (+) | | Early Recovery | (-) | (-) | (-) | (+) | (+), eq, (-). qns | (-) | | | | | | | | | | Recovery | (-) | (-) | (-) | (+) | (+) | (+) or eq | | Recovery | (-) | (-) | (-) | (+) | eq | (+) | | Recovery | (-) | (-) | (-) | (-) | (+) | (+) | | | | | | | | | | HBV Vaccine Response | (-) | (-) | (-) | (+) | (+) | (+) or ( - ) | | HBV Vaccine Response | (-) | (-) | (-) | (-) | (-) | (+) | | HBV Vaccine Response (?) | (-) | (-) | (-) | (-) | (-) | eq | | | | | | | | | | Not Previously Infected | (-) | (-) | (-) | (-) | (-) | (-) | | Not Previously Infected | rr uncnf | (-) | (-) | (-) | (-) | (-) | | | | | | | | | | Not Interpretable | (+) | (+) | nd | (+) | (+) or (-) | (-) | | Not Interpretable | (+) | (-) | eq | (+) | (-) | (+) | | Not Interpretable | (+) | (-) | (-) | (-) | (+) | (-) | | Not Interpretable | (-) | (-) | (-) | (+) | qns | (+) | | Not Interpretable | (-) | (+) | (-) | (-) | (-) | (+) or (-) | | Not Interpretable | qns | (-) | (-) | (-) | (-) | (-) | nd = not detected eq = equivocal or indeterminate or borderline rr uncnf = repeatedly reactive; did not confirm qns = incomplete or unconfirmed {22} Table 13: HBV Classification by Serology in Symptomatic at Risk Cohort | HBV Classification | Total | Percent | | --- | --- | --- | | Acute | 48 | 8.47 | | Chronic | 10 | 1.76 | | Early Recovery | 40 | 7.05 | | Recovery | 70 | 12.35 | | Recovered | 34 | 6.00 | | HBV Vaccination | 135 | 23.81 | | Not Previously Infected | 225 | 39.68 | | Not Interpretable | 5 | 0.88 | | Total | 567 | 100.00 | ## Results by Specimen Classification Samples were then run on the Elecsys 2010 analyzer using the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay, and on the reference analyzer using the reference anti-HBc assay. Tables 14 and 16 below show the results of the two assays in comparison to the subject classification, while Tables 15 and 17 show the positive and negative agreement. Table 14 summarizes the results of the two assays in comparison to the HBV classification in the asymptomatic at risk cohort. In this group 13 samples (1.4%) were negative by the reference assay and positive by the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay. Additionally, 8 samples (0.8%) were positive by the reference assay and negative by the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay. Table 14: Comparison of Elecsys on E2010 to the Reference Assay Results by HBV Classification in the Asymptomatic At Risk Cohort | | Reference Results | | | | Total | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | HBV Classification | + | | - | | | | | Elecsys Anti-HBc Test Result | | | | | | | + | - | + | - | | | Acute | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 | | Chronic | 27 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 28 | | Early Recovery | 61 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 62 | | Recovery | 138 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 139 | | Recovered | 91 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 97 | | HBV Vaccination | 0 | 0 | 6 | 183 | 189 | | Not Previously Infected | 0 | 0 | 6 | 426 | 432 | | Not Interpretable | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | | Total | 325 | 8 | 13 | 613 | 959 | PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {23} The following table summarizes the percent agreement between the Elecsys Anti-HBc and the reference assays for each specimen classification, and provides the upper and lower 95% exact confidence bounds. The percent positive agreement among the asymptomatic at risk subjects was 97.60% (325/333) and the percent negative agreement was 97.92% (613/626). Table 15: Positive and Negative Percent Agreement in the Asymptomatic at Risk Population | HBV Classification | Positive Percent Agreement | 95% Exact Confidence Interval | Negative Percent Agreement | 95% Exact Confidence Interval | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Acute | 100.00 (7/7) | 59.04 to 100.00 | 100.00 (1/1) | 2.50 to 100.00 | | Chronic | 96.43 (27/28) | 81.65 to 99.91 | 0.00 (0/0) | 0.00 to 100.00 | | Early Recovery | 98.39 (61/62) | 91.34 to 99.96 | 0.00 (0/0) | 0.00 to 100.00 | | Recovery | 100.00 (138/138) | 97.36 to 100.00 | 0.00 (0/1) | 0.00 to 97.50 | | Recovered | 93.81 (91/97) | 87.02 to 97.70 | 0.00 (0/0) | 0.00 to 100.00 | | HBV Vaccination | 0.00 (0/0) | 0.00 to 100.00 | 96.83 (183/189) | 93.22 to 98.83 | | Not Previously Infected | 0.00 (0/0) | 0.00 to 100.00 | 98.61 (426/432) | 97.00 to 99.49 | | Not Interpretable | 100.00 (1/1) | 2.50 to 100.00 | 100.00 (3/3) | 29.24 to 100.00 | | Total | 97.60 (325/333) | 95.32 to 98.96 | 97.92 (613/626) | 96.47 to 98.89 | The following table summarizes the results of the two assays in comparison to the HBV classification in the symptomatic at risk cohort. In this group, 11 samples (1.9%) were negative by the reference assay and positive by the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay. Additionally, 4 (0.7%) samples were positive by the reference assay and negative by the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay. Table 16: Comparison of Elecsys on the E2010 to the Reference Assay Results by HBV Classification in the Symptomatic At Risk Cohort | | Reference Results | | | | Total | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | HBV Classification | + | | - | | | | | Elecsys Anti-HBc Test Result | | | | | | | + | - | + | - | | | Acute | 48 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 48 | | Chronic | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 10 | | Early Recovery | 38 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 40 | | Recovery | 70 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70 | | Recovered | 33 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 34 | | HBV Vaccination | 0 | 0 | 6 | 129 | 135 | | Not Previously Infected | 0 | 0 | 4 | 221 | 225 | | Not Interpretable | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | | Total | 201 | 4 | 11 | 351 | 567 | PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {24} The following table summarizes the percent agreement between the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay and the reference assay for each specimen classification, and provides the upper and lower 95% exact confidence bounds. As shown, among the symptomatic at risk subjects, the positive and negative percent agreements were 98.05% (201/205) and 96.96 (351/362), respectively. Table 17: Percent Agreement between Elecsys (E2010) and anti-HBc Reference Assay for each Specimen Classification: Symptomatic At Risk | HBV Classification | Positive Percent Agreement | 95% Exact Confidence Interval | Negative Percent Agreement | 95% Exact Confidence Interval | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Acute | 100.00 (48/48) | 93.60 to 100.00 | 0.00 (0/0) | 0.00 to 100.00 | | Chronic | 90.00 (9/10) | 55.50 to 99.75 | 0.00 (0/0) | 0.00 to 100.00 | | Early Recovery | 95.00 (38/40) | 83.08 to 99.39 | 0.00 (0/0) | 0.00 to 100.00 | | Recovery | 100.00 (70/70) | 94.87 to 100.00 | 0.00 (0/0) | 0.00 to 100.00 | | Recovered | 97.06 (33/34) | 84.67 to 99.93 | 0.00 (0/0) | 0.00 to 100.00 | | HBV Vaccination | 0.00 (0/0) | 0.00 to 100.00 | 95.56 (129/135) | 90.58 to 98.35 | | Not Previously Infected | 0.00 (0/0) | 0.00 to 100.00 | 98.22 (221/225) | 95.51 to 99.51 | | Not Interpretable | 100.00 (3/3) | 29.24 to 100.00 | 50.00 (1/2) | 1.26 to 98.74 | | Total | 98.05 (201/205) | 95.08 to 99.47 | 96.96 (351/362) | 94.63 to 98.47 | ## XI. PANEL MEETING RECOMMENDATION AND FDA'S POST-PANEL ACTION In accordance with the provisions of section 515(c)(2) of the act as amended by the Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990, this PMA was not referred to the FDA Microbiology Devices Advisory Panel, an FDA advisory committee, for review and recommendation because the information in the PMA substantially duplicates information previously reviewed by this panel.] ## XII. CONCLUSIONS DRAWN FROM PRECLINICAL AND CLINICAL STUDIES ### A. Safety Conclusions The adverse effects of the device are based on data collected in a clinical studies conducted to support PMA approval as described above. As a diagnostic test, the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay for use on the Elecsys 2010 Immunoassay Analyzer involves removal of blood from an individual for testing purposes. The test, therefore, presents no more safety hazard to an individual being tested than other tests where blood is drawn. PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data {25} PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data page 26 39 ## B. Effectiveness Conclusions - The Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay performance is acceptable when testing in serum, gel separator tubes and lithium heparin, K₂-EDTA and sodium citrate plasma. - There are no issues with endogenous interferents at physiological levels, or with commonly administered medications. - Samples are stable when refrigerated for 5 days (2-8°C) or frozen for 2 months (-20°C). They can also withstand 4 freeze/thaw cycles. - The Elecsys Anti-HBc reagent demonstrates stability of 13 months when stored at 2-8°C. It can withstand stress at 35°C for one week. It is stable for 8 weeks after opening when stored at 2-8°C. It is stable on-board the Elecsys 2010 for 4 weeks. - The Elecsys Anti-HBc calibrators are stable on-board the Elecsys 2010 for 5 hours. The calibrators are stable for 8 weeks when stored at 2-8°C. Calibration is stable for one month when using multiple kits from the same reagent lot and for 7 days when using the same reagent kit. - The Elecsys PreciControl Anti-HBc is stable for 13 months when stored at 2-8°C. It can withstand stress at 35°C for one week. It is stable for 8 weeks after opening when stored at 2-8°C, and is stable on-board the Elecsys 2010 for 5 hours. - The preservative systems that the Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay reagents and PreciControls contain have been shown to meet USP Chapter 51. - The Elecsys Anti-HBc Immunoassay demonstrated precision estimates (CVs) of < 4% for repeatability, < 3% between-run, < 4% between-day, < 6% between-lot, < 3% between-site and < 9% for reproducibility. ## C. Overall Conclusions The data in this application support the reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of this device when used in accordance with the indications for use. The submitted clinical studies have shown that the Elecsys Anti-HBc immunoassay, when compared to reference clinical laboratory procedures, has a similar ability to detect the presence of antibodies to hepatitis B core antigen in specimens from individuals infected with HBV (state of infection or associated disease not determined). The rate of false positivity and false negativity are within acceptable limits compared to the reference assay. It has been shown that the device has no demonstrable cross-reactivity with the majority of viruses or organisms that may cause clinical hepatitis. Therefore, this device should benefit the physician in the diagnosis of HBV. ## XIII. CDRH DECISION CDRH issued an approval order on June 27, 2011. The applicant’s manufacturing facilities were inspected on January 21, 2011, February 10, 2011, and February 15, 2011 and found to be in compliance with the device Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR 820). {26} # XIV. APPROVAL SPECIFICATIONS Directions for use: See device labeling. Hazards to Health from Use of the Device: See Indications, Contraindications, Warnings, Precautions, and Adverse Events in the device labeling. Post-approval Requirements and Restrictions: See approval order. PMA P100032: FDA Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data page 27 31
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