K173171 · Maine Molecular Quality Controls, Inc. · PMN · Nov 24, 2017 · Microbiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K173171
Device Name
FilmArray RP2/RP2plus Control Panel
Applicant
Maine Molecular Quality Controls, Inc.
Product Code
PMN · Microbiology
Decision Date
Nov 24, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 866.3920
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
FilmArray RP2/RP2plus Control Panel is intended for use as an external positive and negative assayed quality control to monitor performance of in vitro laboratory nucleic acid testing procedures for the qualitative detection of Adenovirus, Human Metapneumovirus, Human Rhinovirus/ Enterovirus, Influenza A, Influenza A subtype H1, Influenza A subtype H1-2009, Influenza A subtype H3, Influenza B, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus, Parainfluenza Virus, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Bordetella parapertussis, Bordetella pertussis, Chlamydia pneumoniae, and Mycoplasma pneumoniae by BioFire's FilmArray® RP2 and RP2plus assays on the FilmArray® 2.0 or the FilmArray® Torch Systems. FilmArray RP2/RP2plus Control Panel is composed of synthetic RNA designed for and intended to be used solely with the FilmArray® RP2 and RP2plus assays. This product is not intended to replace manufacturer controls provided with the test system.
Device Story
FilmArray RP2/RP2plus Control Panel consists of liquid positive and negative controls; positive control contains noninfectious synthetic RNA transcripts representing respiratory pathogens; negative control contains non-specific RNA in buffers/stabilizers. Used in clinical laboratories to monitor performance of BioFire FilmArray RP2/RP2plus assays on FilmArray 2.0 or Torch systems. Controls are processed by laboratory personnel identically to patient nasopharyngeal swab samples in Viral Transport Media. The device monitors the entire assay process, including reverse transcription, amplification, detection, and identification. Successful detection of control analytes confirms proper system function and reagent integrity. Benefits include verification of test accuracy and reliability for clinical diagnostic workflows.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing performed across 3 CLIA-certified clinical sites and internal studies. Total of 301 tests conducted (180 external, 121 internal). Primary endpoints were correct detection of positive and negative control analytes. Results: 100% (150/150) correct positive control detection; 99.4% (149/150) correct negative control detection (one false positive HRV/EV observed in internal study). No invalid results reported. Study confirms reproducibility across multiple operators, pouch lots, and control lots.
Technological Characteristics
Ready-to-use liquid control panel. Positive control: synthetic RNA transcripts in buffers, stabilizers, and preservatives. Negative control: non-specific RNA in buffers, stabilizers, and preservatives. Single-use packaging. Storage at -20°C or colder. No specific ASTM standards cited.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use as external positive and negative assayed quality control materials for laboratory nucleic acid testing of respiratory pathogens (Adenovirus, Coronavirus, Human Metapneumovirus, Human Rhinovirus/Enterovirus, Influenza A/B, MERS-CoV, Parainfluenza, RSV, Bordetella, Chlamydia pneumoniae, Mycoplasma pneumoniae) using BioFire FilmArray RP2/RP2plus assays. For prescription use only.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An assayed quality control material for clinical microbiology assays is a device indicated for use in a test system to estimate test precision or to detect systematic analytical deviations that may arise from reagent or analytical instrument variation. This type of device consists of single or multiple microbiological analytes intended for use with either qualitative or quantitative assays.
Special Controls
An assayed quality control material for clinical microbiology assays must comply with the following special controls: (1) Premarket notification submissions must include detailed device description documentation and information concerning the composition of the quality control material, including, as appropriate: (i) Analyte concentration; Expected values: (ii) Analyte source: (iii) (iv) Base matrix; (v) Added components; (vi) Safety and handling information; and, (vii) Detailed instructions for use. (2) Premarket notification submissions must include detailed documentation, including line data as well as detailed study protocols and a statistical analysis plan used to establish performance, including: (i) Description of the process for value assignment and validation. (ii) Description of the protocol(s) used to establish stability. (iii) Line data establishing precision/reproducibility. (iv) Where applicable, assessment of matrix effects and any significant differences between the quality control material and typical patient samples in terms of conditions known to cause analytical error or affect assay performance. (v) Where applicable, identify or define traceability or relationship to a domestic or international standard reference material and/or method. (vi) Where applicable, detailed documentation related to studies for surrogate controls. (3) Premarket notification submissions must include an adequate mitigation (e.g., realtime stability program) to the risk of false results due to potential modifications to the assays specified in the device's 21 CFR 809.10 compliant labeling. (4) Your 21 CFR 809.10 compliant labeling must include the following: (i) The intended use in your 21 CFR 809.10(a)(2) and 21 CFR 809.10(b)(2) compliant labeling must include the following: (A) Assayed control material analyte(s); (B) Whether the material is intended for quantitative or qualitative assays: (C) Stating if the material is a surrogate control; (D)The system(s), instrument(s), or test(s) for which the quality control material is intended. (ii) The intended use in your 21 CFR 809.10(a)(2) and 21 CFR 809.10(b)(2) compliant labeling must include the following statement: "This product is not intended to replace manufacturer controls provided with the device." (iii)A limiting statement that reads "Quality control materials should be used in accordance with local, state, federal regulations, and accreditation requirements."
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) Premarket notification submissions must include detailed device description documentation and information concerning the composition of the quality control material, including, as appropriate:
(i) Analyte concentration;
(ii) Expected values;
(iii) Analyte source;
(iv) Base matrix;
(v) Added components;
(vi) Safety and handling information; and
(vii) Detailed instructions for use.
(2) Premarket notification submissions must include detailed documentation, including line data as well as detailed study protocols and a statistical analysis plan used to establish performance, including:
(i) Description of the process for value assignment and validation.
(ii) Description of the protocol(s) used to establish stability.
(iii) Line data establishing precision/reproducibility.
(iv) Where applicable, assessment of matrix effects and any significant differences between the quality control material and typical patient samples in terms of conditions known to cause analytical error or affect assay performance.
(v) Where applicable, identify or define traceability or relationship to a domestic or international standard reference material and/or method.
(vi) Where applicable, detailed documentation related to studies for surrogate controls.
(3) Premarket notification submissions must include an adequate mitigation (e.g., real-time stability program) to the risk of false results due to potential modifications to the assays specified in the device's 21 CFR 809.10 compliant labeling.
(4) Your 21 CFR 809.10 compliant labeling must include the following:
(i) The intended use of your 21 CFR 809.10(a)(2) and (b)(2) compliant labeling must include the following:
(A) Assayed control material analyte(s);
(B) Whether the material is intended for quantitative or qualitative assays;
(C) Stating if the material is a surrogate control; and
(D) The system(s), instrument(s), or test(s) for which the quality control material is intended.
(ii) The intended use in your 21 CFR 809.10(a)(2) and (b)(2) compliant labeling must include the following statement: “This product is not intended to replace manufacturer controls provided with the device.”
(iii) A limiting statement that reads “Quality control materials should be used in accordance with local, state, federal regulations, and accreditation requirements.”
