INCSTAR HSV I/II IGG FAST ELISA ASSAY
Device Facts
| Record ID | K955362 |
|---|---|
| Device Name | INCSTAR HSV I/II IGG FAST ELISA ASSAY |
| Applicant | Incstar Corp. |
| Product Code | IGC · Pathology |
| Decision Date | Jul 24, 1996 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 864.4010 |
| Device Class | Class 1 |
Intended Use
The INCSTAR Herpes Simplex Virus I/II IgG “fast” ELISA kit contains instructions and materials for the qualitative and/or semi-quantitative detection of IgG antibodies to herpes simplex virus type 1 and/or type 2 in human serum by indirect enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) technique. When performed according to instructions, the INCSTAR Herpes Simplex Virus I/II IgG “fast” ELISA test is of value in the determination of immunological response to infection with HSV. The evaluation of paired sera, acute and convalescent, by demonstrating seroconversion or a significant rise in antibody can aid in the diagnosis of primary infection with herpes simplex virus.
Device Story
In vitro diagnostic ELISA kit; detects IgG antibodies to HSV-1 and HSV-2 in human serum. Principle: indirect ELISA using polystyrene microtiter wells coated with purified HSV-1 and HSV-2 antigens. Patient serum incubated with antigens; captured IgG detected via goat anti-human IgG (Fc) conjugated to horseradish peroxidase. Chromogen (tetramethylbenzidine) added; enzyme action produces color reaction measured by photometer at 450 nm. Enzyme activity proportional to specific anti-HSV IgG concentration. Used in clinical laboratory settings by trained personnel. Results aid clinicians in diagnosing primary HSV infection and assessing immunological response.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical study of 305 serum samples from healthy individuals, transplant patients, and patients with various illnesses. Compared to reference ELISA kits. Results: relative sensitivity 94-99%, relative specificity 85-95%, overall agreement 90-100% (95% CI). Discrepant analysis via IFA showed 11/13 INCSTAR-positive/reference-negative samples were IFA-positive; 1/4 INCSTAR-negative/reference-positive samples was IFA-negative.
Technological Characteristics
Indirect ELISA; polystyrene microtiter wells coated with purified HSV-1 and HSV-2 antigens. Detection via goat anti-human IgG (Fc) conjugated to horseradish peroxidase. Chromogenic substrate: tetramethylbenzidine. Photometric detection at 450 nm. Manual or automated plate processing.
Indications for Use
Indicated for qualitative/semi-quantitative detection of IgG antibodies to HSV-1 and/or HSV-2 in human serum to determine immunological response to infection and aid in diagnosis of primary HSV infection. Population includes healthy individuals, transplant patients, and patients with various illnesses.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A general purpose reagent is a chemical reagent that has general laboratory application, that is used to collect, prepare, and examine specimens from the human body for diagnostic purposes, and that is not labeled or otherwise intended for a specific diagnostic application. It may be either an individual substance, or multiple substances reformulated, which, when combined with or used in conjunction with an appropriate analyte specific reagent (ASR) and other general purpose reagents, is part of a diagnostic test procedure or system constituting a finished in vitro diagnostic (IVD) test. General purpose reagents are appropriate for combining with one or more than one ASR in producing such systems and include labware or disposable constituents of tests; but they do not include laboratory machinery, automated or powered systems. General purpose reagents include cytological preservatives, decalcifying reagents, fixative and adhesives, tissue processing reagents, isotonic solutions and pH buffers. Reagents used in tests for more than one individual chemical substance or ligand are general purpose reagents (e.g., Thermus aquaticus (TAQ) polymerase, substrates for enzyme immunoassay (EIA)).
Predicate Devices
Reference Devices
- commercial HSV IgG IFA
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