CRP Vario
Device Facts
| Record ID | K192118 |
|---|---|
| Device Name | CRP Vario |
| Applicant | SENTINEL CH. SpA |
| Product Code | DCK · Immunology |
| Decision Date | Nov 8, 2019 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Special |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 866.5270 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
Indications for Use
The CRP Vario assay [CRPVa] is for in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative immunoturbidimetric determination of C-reactive protein in human serum and plasma (sodium and lithium heparin) using the ARCHITECT c Systems. Measurement of C-reactive protein is useful in the detection and evaluation of infection, tissue injury and inflammatory disorders. CRP Calibrators (including CRP Calibrator Set, CRP Calibrator HS and CRP Calibrator WR) are intended to be used for the calibration of the CRP Vario for the quantitative determination of C-reactive protein in human serum or plasma samples.
Device Story
The CRP Vario is an in vitro diagnostic assay for quantitative C-reactive protein (CRP) measurement in human serum and plasma. It utilizes an immunoturbidimetric principle where rabbit anti-CRP polyclonal antibodies adsorbed on latex particles react with CRP in the sample, causing turbidity proportional to CRP concentration. The assay is performed on ARCHITECT c Systems. Healthcare providers use the resulting quantitative values to detect and evaluate infection, tissue injury, and inflammatory disorders. The device is used in clinical laboratory settings by trained laboratory personnel. The primary modification in this submission is the traceability of the assay from CRM 470 to ERM-DA472/IFCC, alongside the removal of EDTA as an acceptable anticoagulant and updated specimen storage stability (1 year at -20°C).
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only; no clinical data provided. Verification and validation activities were performed based on risk analysis to confirm the impact of the traceability modification.
Technological Characteristics
Immunoturbidimetric assay. Reagents: Glycine buffer (pH 7.0) and rabbit anti-CRP polyclonal antibodies on latex particles. Standardized to ERM-DA472/IFCC. Compatible with ARCHITECT c Systems. Specimen types: Serum, lithium heparin plasma, sodium heparin plasma. Storage: 1 year at -20°C.
Indications for Use
Indicated for quantitative immunoturbidimetric determination of C-reactive protein in human serum and plasma (sodium and lithium heparin) to aid in detection and evaluation of infection, tissue injury, and inflammatory disorders.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A C-reactive protein immunological test system is a device that consists of the reagents used to measure by immunochemical techniques the C-reactive protein in serum and other body fluids. Measurement of C-reactive protein aids in evaluation of the amount of injury to body tissues.
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