K181514 · Quest International, Inc. · MYF · Jun 13, 2019 · Microbiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K181514
Device Name
SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG
Applicant
Quest International, Inc.
Product Code
MYF · Microbiology
Decision Date
Jun 13, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 866.3305
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The SeraQuest® HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay is an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) intended for the qualitative detection of human IgG antibodies to type 2 herpes simplex virus (HSV) in human serum. The test is indicated for sexually active individuals and expectant mothers as an aid in the presumptive diagnosis of HSV-2 infection. The predictive value of a positive or negative result depends on the prevalence of HSV-2 infection in the population and the pre-test likelihood of HSV-2 infection. The test is not FDA cleared for screening blood or plasma donors. The performance of this assay has not been established for immunocompromised patients, pediatric patients or matrices other than human serum.
Device Story
SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG is an ELISA for qualitative detection of human IgG antibodies to HSV-2 in human serum. The device uses antigen-coated polystyrene microwells; patient samples are incubated; HSV-2 antibodies bind to antigens; conjugate (alkaline phosphatase-labeled anti-human IgG) is added; substrate (p-nitrophenyl phosphate) is converted to a yellow end-product. The device is used with the ChemWell Automated Analyzer to perform the assay steps (incubation, washing, photometric reading at 405 nm). Results are reported as Index values. Healthcare providers use these results as an aid in the presumptive diagnosis of HSV-2 infection. A positive result indicates previous immunologic exposure; it does not determine active infection or disease stage. Equivocal results require re-testing with a new specimen.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Precision study evaluated within-run, between-run, between-day, and within-lab precision over 12 days. Method comparison study (n=226) compared manual vs. automated performance, showing 100% PPA (95% CI: 97.02-100%) and 99.01% NPA (95% CI: 94.60-99.83%). Linear regression analysis showed a slope of 1.0526 and R² of 0.9770.
Technological Characteristics
Solid-phase ELISA; polystyrene microwells; purified HSV gG 2 antigen; alkaline phosphatase conjugated goat anti-human IgG; p-nitrophenyl phosphate substrate; 0.5 M Trisodium Phosphate stop reagent; spectrophotometric readout at 405 nm. Automated via ChemWell Automated Analyzer. Room temperature incubation.
Indications for Use
Indicated for sexually active individuals and expectant mothers as an aid in the presumptive diagnosis of HSV-2 infection. Not for screening blood/plasma donors. Performance not established for immunocompromised, pediatric patients, or non-serum matrices.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Herpes simplex virus serological assays are devices that consist of antigens and antisera used in various serological tests to identify antibodies to herpes simplex virus in serum. Additionally, some of the assays consist of herpes simplex virus antisera conjugated with a fluorescent dye (immunofluorescent assays) used to identify herpes simplex virus directly from clinical specimens or tissue culture isolates derived from clinical specimens. The identification aids in the diagnosis of diseases caused by herpes simplex viruses and provides epidemiological information on these diseases. Herpes simplex viral infections range from common and mild lesions of the skin and mucous membranes to a severe form of encephalitis (inflammation of the brain). Neonatal herpes virus infections range from a mild infection to a severe generalized disease with a fatal outcome.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device is classified as class II (special controls). The special control for the device is FDA's revised guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Herpes Simplex Virus Types 1 and 2 Serological Assays.” For availability of the guidance revised document, see § 866.1(e).
Predicate Devices
SeraQuest® HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay (K152353)
Related Devices
K152353 — SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG · Quest International, Inc. · May 13, 2016
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Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# 510(k) SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION DECISION MEMORANDUM ASSAY AND INSTRUMENT COMBINATION TEMPLATE
A. 510(k) Number:
K181514
B. Purpose for Submission:
Clearance of New Device. The assay was cleared under K152353 for SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay conducted by manual method. In this submission the sponsor intends to conduct the same assay with the ChemWell Automated Analyzer.
C. Measurand:
Herpes Simplex Virus-2 (HSV-2) type specific IgG antibodies to glycoprotein G (gG) 2 antigen
D. Type of Test:
Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)
E. Applicant:
Quest International, Inc.
F. Proprietary and Established Names:
SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay
G. Regulatory Information:
1. Regulation section:
21 CFR§866.3305. Herpes simplex virus serological assays
2. Classification:
Class II
3. Product code:
MYF (Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay, Herpes Simplex Virus, HSV-2)
4. Panel:
Microbiology
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# H. Intended Use:
# 1. Intended use(s):
The SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay is an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) intended for the qualitative detection of human IgG antibodies to type 2 herpes simplex virus (HSV) in human serum. The test is indicated for sexually active individuals and expectant mothers as an aid in the presumptive diagnosis of HSV-2 infection. The predictive value of a positive or negative result depends on the prevalence of HSV-2 infection in the population and the pre-test likelihood of HSV-2 infection.
The test is not FDA cleared for screening blood or plasma donors. The performance of this assay has not been established for immunocompromised patients, pediatric patients or matrices other than human serum.
# 2. Indication(s) for use:
Same as Intended Use
# 3. Special conditions for use statement(s):
For prescription use only
# 4. Special instrument requirements:
ChemWell Automated Analyzer
# I. Device Description:
The SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG test is a solid-phase enzyme-linked immunoassay (ELISA), which is performed in microwells, at room temperature, and in three thirty minute incubations. The test detects IgG antibodies which are directed against HSV-2 antigen, in human serum. The calibrators in the SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG test set have been assigned index values based on an in-house standard. Test results are reported as index values. The following table shows the interpretation of results:
Table 1: Interpretation of results
| Index | Result | Interpretation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ≤0.9 | Negative | No HSV-2 IgG antibodies detected. Patient is presumed not to have had a previous HSV-2 infection |
| 0.9 < X < 1.0 | Equivocal | Obtain an additional sample for re-testing |
| ≥1.0 | Positive | IgG antibody to HSV-2 detected |
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# Notes:
1. A single positive result only indicates previous immunologic exposure; the level of antibody response may not be used to determine active infection or disease stage.
2. When equivocal results are obtained, another specimen should be obtained ten to fourteen days later, and tested in parallel with the initial specimen. If the second specimen is also equivocal, the patient is negative for primary or recent infection, and equivocal for antibody status. If the second sample is positive, the patient can be considered to have previous experience with HSV-2 infection.
3. Values obtained with different manufacturer's assay methods may not be used interchangeably. The magnitude of the reported IgG index value cannot be correlated to an endpoint titer. The magnitude of results above the cut-off is not an indicator of total antibody present.
# J. Substantial Equivalence Information:
1. Predicate device name(s):
SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay performed by manual method
2. Predicate 510(k) number(s):
K152353
3. Comparison with predicate:
A comparison of the device test procedure and the predicate device test procedure appears below:
| Similarities | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay performed by ChemWell Automated Analyzer | SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay performed by manual method (Predicate) |
| Intended Use | The SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay is an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) intended for the qualitative detection of human IgG antibodies to type 2 herpes simplex virus (HSV) in human serum. The test is | The SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay is an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) intended for the qualitative detection of human IgG antibodies to type 2 herpes simplex virus (HSV) in human serum. The test is |
| | antigen (HSV) in human serum. The test is | antigen (HSV) in human serum. The test is |
| Intended Use | SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay is an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) intended for the qualitative detection of human IgG antibodies to type 2 herpes simplex virus (HSV) in human serum. The test is | SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay is an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) intended for the qualitative detection of human IgG antibodies to type 2 herpes simplex virus (HSV) in human serum. The test is |
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| Similarities | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | SeraQuest HSV Type 2
Specific IgG assay performed
by ChemWell Automated
Analyzer | SeraQuest HSV Type 2
Specific IgG assay performed
by manual method (Predicate) |
| | indicated for sexually active
individuals and expectant
mothers as an aid in the
presumptive diagnosis of
HSV-2 infection. The
predictive value of a positive
or negative result depends on
the prevalence of HSV-2
infection in the population
and the pre-test likelihood of
HSV-2 infection.
The test is not FDA cleared
for screening blood or plasma
donors. The performance of
this assay has not been
established for
immunocompromised
patients, pediatric patients or
matrices other than human
serum. | indicated for sexually active
individuals and expectant
mothers as an aid in the
presumptive diagnosis of
HSV-2 infection. The
predictive value of a positive
or negative result depends on
the prevalence of HSV-2
infection in the population
and the pre-test likelihood of
HSV-2 infection.
The test is not FDA cleared
for screening blood or plasma
donors. The performance of
this assay has not been
established for
immunocompromised
patients, pediatric patients or
matrices other than human
serum. |
| Sample Matrix | Human Serum | Human Serum |
| Solid Phase | Polystyrene Microwells | Polystyrene Microwells |
| Antigen | Purified HSV gG 2 | Purified HSV gG 2 |
| Incubation Periods | Three 30 minute | Three 30 minute |
| Sample Dilution | 1:51 | 1:51 |
| Sample Volume | 100 μl | 100 μl |
| Sample Incubation
Duration | 30 minutes | 30 minutes |
| Incubation
Temperature | Room temperature | Room temperature |
| Washing Steps | Two | Two |
| Cycles per Washing
Step | Four | Four |
| Enzyme-Labeled
Conjugate | Alkaline Phosphatase
Conjugated Goat Anti-Human
IgG | Alkaline Phosphatase
Conjugated Goat Anti-Human
IgG |
| Conjugate Volume | 100 μl | 100 μl |
| Conjugate | 30 minutes | 30 minutes |
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| Similarities | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay performed by ChemWell Automated Analyzer | SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay performed by manual method (Predicate) |
| Incubation | | |
| Enzyme Substrate | p-nitrophenyl phosphate | p-nitrophenyl phosphate |
| Substrate Volume | 100 μl | 100 μl |
| Substrate Incubation | 30 minutes | 30 minutes |
| Stop Reagent | 0.5 M Trisodium Phosphate | 0.5 M Trisodium Phosphate |
| Stop Reagent Volume | 100 μl | 100 μl |
| Drying Step | None | None |
| Readout | Spectrophotometric 405 nm | Spectrophotometric 405 nm |
| Controls | Positive and negative controls included with kit | Positive and negative controls included with kit |
| Differences | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Item | SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay performed by ChemWell Automated Analyzer | SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay performed by manual method (Predicate) |
| Testing Procedure | Uses the ChemWell Automated Analyzer | Is conducted manually |
# K. Standard/Guidance Document Referenced (if applicable):
Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff - Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Herpes Simplex Virus Types 1 and 2 Serological Assays (issued August 9, 2011).
# L. Test Principle:
Diluted patient samples are incubated in antigen-coated wells. HSV Type 2 antibodies, if present in the patient sample, are immobilized in the wells by binding to the antigen. Residual sample is eliminated by washing and draining, and conjugate (enzyme-labeled antibodies to human IgG) is added and incubated. If IgG antibodies to HSV-2 are present, the conjugate will be immobilized in the wells. Residual conjugate is eliminated by washing and draining, and the substrate is added and incubated. In the presence of the conjugate, the substrate is converted to a yellow end-product which is read photometrically.
# M. Performance Characteristics (if/when applicable):
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# 1. Analytical performance:
a. Precision/Reproducibility: A within laboratory precision study with a panel of samples was conducted with the SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay by both the manual method and the ChemWell Automated Analyzer. The panel consists of samples in the following categories: true negative, high negative, low positive, and moderate positive. Precision evaluation of within-run, between-run, between-day, and within lab precision was determined over the duration of 12 days, with 2 runs per day, and 2 replicates of each sample per run and 1 replicate per control per run. Data analysis includes calculation of the mean, standard deviation and $\% \mathrm{CV}$ for each panel, as summarized in tables 2 and 3.
Table 2: The precision results for SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay by the manual method
| Sample Description | N | Mean Value | Within-Run | | Between-Run | | Between-Day | | Within Lab | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | SD | %CV | SD | %CV | SD | CV% | SD | CV% |
| Negative Control | 24 | 0.18 | - | - | 0.03 | 15.75% | 0.03 | 13.84% | 0.04 | 20.96% |
| Positive Control | 24 | 2.66 | - | - | 0.11 | 3.98% | 0.04 | 1.55% | 0.11 | 4.27% |
| True Negative | 48 | 0.19 | 0.03 | 13.48% | 0.03 | 13.48% | 0.01 | 3.32% | 0.04 | 19.35% |
| High Negative | 48 | 0.76 | 0.03 | 4.24% | 0.04 | 5.02% | 0.02 | 2.76% | 0.05 | 6.54% |
| Low Positive | 48 | 1.56 | 0.04 | 2.61% | 0.04 | 2.61% | 0.06 | 3.83% | 0.08 | 5.32% |
| Moderate Positive | 48 | 2.86 | 0.06 | 1.95% | 0.09 | 3.23% | 0.09 | 3.11% | 0.14 | 4.89% |
Table 3: The precision results for SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay by the ChemWell Automated Analyzer
| Sample Description | N | Mean Value | Within Run | | Between-Run | | Between-Day | | Within Lab | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | SD | %CV | SD | CV% | SD | CV% | SD | CV% |
| Negative Control | 24 | 0.13 | - | - | 0.05 | 35.34% | 0.01 | 6.74% | 0.05 | 35.97% |
| Positive Control | 24 | 2.52 | - | - | 0.11 | 4.36% | 0.01 | 0.35% | 0.11 | 4.37% |
| True Negative | 48 | 0.13 | 0.04 | 31.61% | 0.01 | 11.17% | 0.02 | 12.38% | 0.05 | 35.74% |
| High Negative | 48 | 0.75 | 0.05 | 7.20% | 0.05 | 6.09% | 0.02 | 3.31% | 0.07 | 9.99% |
| Low Positive | 48 | 1.59 | 0.07 | 4.54% | 0.09 | 5.37% | 0.05 | 3.35% | 0.12 | 7.79% |
| Moderate Positive | 48 | 2.68 | 0.08 | 3.14% | 0.10 | 3.57% | 0.07 | 2.78% | 0.15 | 5.51% |
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b. Linearity/assay reportable range:
Not Applicable
c. Traceability, Stability, Expected values (controls, calibrators, or methods):
No changes were made from the clearance of K152353
d. Detection limit:
No changes were made from the clearance of K152353
e. Analytical specificity:
No changes were made from the clearance of K152353
f. Assay cut-off:
No changes were made from the clearance of K152353
# 2. Comparison studies:
a. Method comparison with predicate device: The percent agreement was evaluated by testing a total of 226 samples with the SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay by the manual method and the ChemWell Automated Analyzer. Samples were obtained from remnants of patient samples and purchased from vendors. Additional samples were prepared by spiking negative samples with positive samples or dilution with diluent reagent to span the range of the assay measuring interval.
The concordance analysis for the manual and the ChemWell Automated Analyzer are summarized in Table 4.
Table 4: Positive Percent Agreement (PPA) and Negative Percent Agreement (NPA) between the SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay by the manual method and the ChemWell Automated Analyzer
| SeraQuest HSV Type 2 Specific IgG assay | Manual Method | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | Positive | Equivocal | Negative | Total |
| ChemWell Automated Method | Positive | 125 | 0 | 1 | 126 |
| | Equivocal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| | Negative | 0 | 0 | 100 | 100 |
| | Total | 125 | 0 | 101 | 226 |
| | Absolute | Relative | Two-sided 95% CI |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Positive Percent Agreement (PPA) | 125/125 | 100% | 97.02% to 100% |
| Negative Percent Agreement (NPA) | 100/101 | 99.01% | 94.60% to 99.83% |
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Figure 1: Linear Regression - All Points
| Parameter | Slope | Intercept | R² | Range | n |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| HSV-2 | 1.0526 | 0.0364 | 0.9770 | 0 – 3.7 | 226 |
b. Matrix comparison:
Not applicable
3. Clinical studies:
a. Clinical Sensitivity:
No changes were made from the clearance of K152353
b. Clinical specificity:
No changes were made from the clearance of K152353
c. Other clinical supportive data (when a. and b. are not applicable):
No changes were made from the clearance of K152353
4. Clinical cut-off:
Not applicable
5. Expected values/Reference range:
No changes were made from the clearance of K152353
N. Instrument Name:
ChemWell Automated Analyzer
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O. System Descriptions:
1. Modes of Operation:
Does the applicant’s device contain the ability to transmit data to a computer, webserver, or mobile device?
Yes ☐ X ☐ or No ☐
Does the applicant’s device transmit data to a computer, webserver, or mobile device using wireless transmission?
Yes ☐ or No ☐ X ☐
2. Software:
FDA has reviewed applicant’s Hazard Analysis and software development processes for this line of product types:
Yes ☐ X ☐ or No ☐
3. Specimen Identification:
No changes were made from the clearance of K152353
4. Specimen Sampling and Handling:
The ChemWell Automated Analyzer method is designed to be equivalent to the manual test method. All reagents, controls, calibrators, and critical procedural steps of the test are identical. The end user should select, the HSV Type 2 IgG assay and the patients on the user interface of the ChemWell automated analyzer and load all reagents and samples according to on-screen instructions. After reviewing all reagents have been loaded correctly, the user should press ‘Start’ to begin the automation of HSV Type 2 IgG assay.
The ChemWell Automatic Analyzer conducts a 1:51 dilution for each control and sample to the plate followed by 30 minutes incubation. Each strip will be automatically washed using the wash buffer. Conjugate will be added followed by 30 minutes incubation and a wash cycle. Substrate will be added followed by 30 minutes incubation, the addition of Stop Reagent, and read at 405nm.
5. Calibration:
No changes were made from the clearance of K152353
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6. Quality Control:
No changes were made from the clearance of K152353
P. Other Supportive Instrument Performance Characteristics Data Not Covered In The "Performance Characteristics" Section above:
Not applicable
Q. Proposed Labeling:
The labeling is sufficient and it satisfies the requirements of 21 CFR Part 809.10.
R. Conclusion:
The submitted information in this premarket notification is complete and supports a substantial equivalence decision.
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