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The Copalis® EBV-M Assay uses Coupled Particle Light Scattering technology in a microparticle agglutination-based assay for the qualitative detection of IgM antibodies to the EBV VCA antigen. The assay is designed for human serum using the Copalis® I Immunoassay System. The presence of VCA IgM antibodies is used as an aid in the diagnosis of EBV associated mononucleosis when used in conjunction with other EBV serologies in pediatric, adult, transplant donor and transplant recipient populations.
The Copalis® EBV-M Antibody Assay uses Coupled Particle Light Scattering technology in a microparticle agglutination-based assay for the qualitative detection of IgM antibodies to the EBV VCA antigen. The assay is designed for human serum using the Copalis I® Immunoassay System. The presence of VCA IgM antibodies is used as an aid in the diagnosis of EBV associated mononucleosis when used in coniunction with other EBV serologies in pediatric, adult, transplant donor and transplant recipient populations.
KIT DESCRIPTION: Coupled Particle Light Scattering (Copalis®) technology provides a rapid method for the measurement of antibodies to specific pathogens. The Copalis® EBV-M Antibody Assay is a microparticle agglutination test using the Copalis® light scattering technology. Polystyrene microparticles are coated with svnthetic VCA antigen and are contained within a special covered reaction well in the test cup. The dried reagent is reconstituted with a reaction buffer on the instrument at the start of the assay. Patient sample is added to the reaction mixture and incubated for 10 minutes. The presence of IgM antibodies specific to the VCA antigen in the patient sample results in agglutination of the monomer microparticles to form aggregates. The reaction mixture is passed through a flow cell and the instrument uses light scattering technology to measure the monomer concentration. The decrease in the monomer population resulting from agglutination is related to the amount of antibody in the sample. The residual monomer concentration in each reaction mixture is compared to a cutoff values to determine sample reactivity and nonreactivity.
Acceptance Criteria and Study for Copalis® EBV-M Antibody Assay
1. Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance
The provided document describes the performance of the Copalis® EBV-M Antibody Assay against various patient populations. The acceptance criteria for a diagnostic assay typically involve evaluating its sensitivity and specificity in relevant disease states. While explicit numerical acceptance criteria are not stated as "acceptance criteria," the reported performance metrics serve as the evidence for meeting the implicit criteria of a clinically effective diagnostic. The data is presented for different patient populations (Primary Disease, Reactivated Disease, SeroNegative, Apparently Healthy Adult, Transplant Recipients, Transplant Donors), with the focus on Sensitivity and Specificity of detecting EBV VCA IgM.
The predicate device for comparison is the Gull Laboratories EBV IgM IFA, and the performance is presented in comparison to "expected marker patterns" which represent the established diagnostic criteria based on a panel of EBV markers.
Here's a table summarizing the reported device performance for specificity, as this appears to be a key metric where the device might differ from a simple expectation of 0% IgM in non-primary infection states. Sensitivity for Primary Disease is 100%, indicating perfect detection in acute cases.
| Expected Pattern/Population (for Specificity) | Acceptance Criteria (Implicit) | Reported Device Performance (Specificity) | 95% Confidence Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reactivated Disease (VCA IgM - ; VCA IgG +; EBNA +; EA +) | High specificity (e.g., >70% or comparable to predicate) | 74.4% (29/39) | (57.8 – 87.0%) |
| SeroNegative - Pediatric (VCA IgM -; VCA IgG -; EBNA -; EA -) | High specificity (e.g., >90%) | 95.2% (40/42) | (83.8 – 99.4%) |
| SeroNegative - Adult (VCA IgM -; VCA IgG -; EBNA -; EA -) | High specificity (e.g., >90%) | 100% (8/8) | (63.1 – 100.0%) |
| Apparently Healthy Adult Population (-) | High specificity (e.g., >90% for non-primary infection) | 93.8% (91/97) | (82.0 – 97.8%) |
| Transplant Recipients (Reactivated) (Expected: low or absent IgM) | High specificity (e.g., >70%) | 73.2% (30/41) | (57.1 – 85.8%) |
| Transplant Donors (Expected: low or absent IgM) | High specificity (e.g., >90%) | 92.0% (46/50) | (80.8 – 97.8%) |
| Primary Disease - Pediatric (Heterophile +; VCA IgM +; VCA IgG +; EBNA –; EA +) | High sensitivity (e.g., >90%) | 100% (12/12) | (73.5 - 100.0%) |
| Primary Disease - Adult (Heterophile +; VCA IgM +; VCA IgG +; EBNA –; EA +) | High sensitivity (e.g., >90%) | 100% (59/59) | (93.9 - 100.0%) |
Note on "Acceptance Criteria": The document does not explicitly state numerical thresholds as "acceptance criteria." However, regulatory submissions often rely on demonstrating performance that is "substantially equivalent" to a legally marketed predicate and is deemed clinically acceptable by experts. The high sensitivity for primary disease (100%) and generally high specificity across various non-primary infection groups, along with direct comparison to IFA results and expected serological patterns, serve as the basis for acceptance. The presence of IgM in reactivated disease is specifically addressed by referencing literature, indicating a nuanced understanding of expected results rather than a rigid "no IgM" rule.
2. Sample Sizes Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance
The study utilized a total of 421 distinct samples across various disease states and populations.
- Primary Disease: 12 pediatric, 59 adult samples (total 71)
- Reactivated Disease: 39 samples
- SeroNegative: 42 pediatric, 8 adult samples (total 50)
- Apparently Healthy Adult Population: 97 samples
- Transplant Recipients (Reactivated): 41-42 samples (reported as 41 for specificity, 42 for agreement and prevalence Copalis)
- Transplant Donors: 50-53 samples (reported as 50 for specificity and agreement, 46 for prevalence Copalis, 53 for prevalence IFA)
- EBV Screening Population: 14 pediatric, 29 adult samples (total 43) - this appears to be an inclusive group where primary, reactivated, seronegative, or past cases were assessed for VCA IgM presence.
- Serial Samples: 7 patients
Data Provenance:
- Country of Origin: The samples were collected from patients representing the "eastern, midwestern and western United States." Specific cities or institutions are not detailed.
- Retrospective or Prospective: Samples were a mix of "Fresh (12%) and frozen (88%) samples," which generally indicates a retrospective collection of banked samples. However, the exact nature of how these samples were obtained in relation to the study design (i.e., whether they were specifically collected for this assay validation or were pre-existing clinical samples) is not explicitly stated as retrospective or prospective, but the use of frozen samples leans heavily towards retrospective.
3. Number of Experts and Qualifications for Ground Truth
The document does not explicitly state the "number of experts used to establish the ground truth" or their specific qualifications (e.g., "radiologist with 10 years of experience").
However, the ground truth was established by comparison to "expected patterns of serological testing results for the 4 EBV markers (EBV VCA IgG and IgM, EBNA, and EA), and for primary infection, heterophile test," and IFA results. This implies that the interpretation of these serological patterns is based on established clinical guidelines and expert consensus in the field of infectious disease diagnostics, likely developed through the collective knowledge of clinical pathologists, infectious disease specialists, and laboratory professionals. The serological pattern itself acts as the "expert consensus" ground truth.
4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set
The adjudication method is implicit and based on a multi-marker serological panel.
- The "expected marker patterns for the 4 EBV markers (EBV VCA IgG and IgM, EBNA, and EA), and for primary infection, heterophile test" served as the primary adjudication criterion for classifying samples into disease states (Seronegative, Primary, Reactivated, Past). This means that multiple established tests were used to categorize each sample.
- For cases where the Copalis® assay results differed from the expected pattern or IFA, the report notes cases of "Copalis equivocal/IFA positive," "Copalis equivocal/IFA negative," "Copalis equivocal/IFA non-specific staining," and "Copalis negative/IFA nss."
- "Equivocal results by Copalis or IFA or non-specific staining by IFA were not included in the calculations" of sensitivity and specificity, indicating a form of exclusion or consensus-based adjudication where ambiguous cases from either the test device or the reference method were set aside for the core performance metrics.
There is no mention of a traditional expert panel consensus (e.g., 2+1 or 3+1 radiologists) typically found in imaging studies, as this is a laboratory assay.
5. Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study
No. A Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was not done. This type of study focuses on the performance of human readers, sometimes with and without AI assistance, especially in medical imaging. The Copalis® EBV-M Antibody Assay is an automated in vitro diagnostic (IVD) assay; its performance is measured directly by the instrument, not by human interpretation of its raw output in a way that would lend itself to an MRMC study. The comparison is between the assay's results and established serological patterns/predicate device (IFA).
6. Standalone Performance Study
Yes. The entire performance data section describes the standalone performance of the Copalis® EBV-M Antibody Assay. The assay's ability to detect IgM antibodies to the EBV VCA antigen is evaluated directly against the established serological ground truth for different patient populations. The results for sensitivity, specificity, and agreement are for the algorithm (assay) itself.
7. Type of Ground Truth Used
The type of ground truth used is a multi-marker serological panel and comparison to a predicate device (IFA), representing expert consensus derived from established diagnostic criteria.
- For classification into disease states (Primary, Reactivated, Seronegative, Past infection), the ground truth relied on a combination of:
- EBV VCA IgG and IgM (IFA results)
- EBNA (Epstein-Barr Nuclear Antigen)
- EA (Early Antigen)
- Heterophile test results (for primary infection)
- The expected patterns of reactivity for these markers define the "true" disease state. This is a form of "expert consensus" based on established clinical diagnostic algorithms for EBV infection.
8. Sample Size for the Training Set
The document does not specify a separate training set or its sample size. The performance data provided is for the test set. For an in vitro diagnostic assay, the "training" may refer to the internal development and calibration of the assay during its creation, which is typically not disclosed in detail in a 510(k) summary, or samples used for optimization that are distinct from the final validation set. There's no indication that machine learning was used in a way that would require a distinct "training set" in the modern sense of AI/ML; this is a traditional immunoassay.
9. How Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established
As no separate training set is explicitly mentioned or detailed, the method for establishing its ground truth is not provided. If internal development samples were used, their ground truth would likely have been established by similar serological panels and predicate device comparisons as described for the test set.
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MAY 1 4 1999
May 5, 1999
510 (k) SUMMARY
Judith J. Smith SUBMITTED BY: DiaSorin, Inc. 9175 Guilford Rd. Suite 100 Columbia, MD 21046 NAME OF DEVICES: Copalis® EBV-M Antibody Assay Trade Name: Immunoassay for the Detection of Common Names/Descriptions: lqM Antibodies to VCA antigen of Epstein Barr Virus EBV Serology Test Classification Names: PREDICATE DEVICES: Gull Laboratories EBV IgM IFA
DEVICE DESCRIPTION:
INTENDED USE: The Copalis® EBV-M Antibody Assay uses Coupled Particle Light Scattering technology in a microparticle agglutination-based assay for the qualitative detection of IgM antibodies to the EBV VCA antigen. The assay is designed for human serum using the Copalis I® Immunoassay System. The presence of VCA IgM antibodies is used as an aid in the diagnosis of EBV associated mononucleosis when used in coniunction with other EBV serologies in pediatric, adult, transplant donor and transplant recipient populations.
KIT DESCRIPTION: Coupled Particle Light Scattering (Copalis®) technology provides a rapid method for the measurement of antibodies to specific pathogens. The Copalis® EBV-M Antibody Assay is a microparticle agglutination test using the Copalis® light scattering technology. Polystyrene microparticles are coated with svnthetic VCA antigen and are contained within a special covered reaction well in the test cup. The dried reagent is reconstituted with a reaction buffer on the instrument at the start of the assay. Patient sample is added to the reaction mixture and incubated for 10 minutes. The presence of IgM antibodies specific to the VCA antigen in the patient sample results in agglutination of the monomer microparticles to form aggregates. The reaction mixture is passed through a flow cell and the instrument uses light scattering technology to measure the monomer concentration. The decrease in the monomer population resulting from agglutination is related to the amount of antibody in the sample. The residual monomer concentration in each reaction mixture is compared to a cutoff values to determine sample reactivity and nonreactivity.
PERFORMANCE DATA:
Clinical Correlation: Fresh (12%) and frozen (88%) samples were analyzed at two clinical laboratories and at DiaSorin. Patients from the disease states defined below and representing the eastern, midwestern and western United States were tested.
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The screening population is a group of samples from patients suspected of disease. The samples were chosen for each disease state population based upon comparison to expected patterns of serological testing results for the 4 EBV markers (EBV VCA IgG and IgM, EBNA, and EA), and for primary infection, heterophile test . For primary infection, the first level of inclusion/exclusion was based on IFA results for VCA IgM, VCA IgG and EBNA. Samples with positive results for the VCA antigen and negative results for the EBNA were included and further examined. The next level of inclusion/exclusion criteria was based upon the heterophile results. A positive result is expected for this test in acute EBV infection. Samples with positive VCA IgM, VCA IgG, and heterophile test and negative EBNA result were included in the primary infection population. If a negative result was obtained on the heterophile test, the results of the EA IFA test were examined. A positive EA IFA resulted in inclusion of the sample. A negative EA IFA result resulted in exclusion of the sample. A summary of the expected marker patterns for the EBV markers is summarized below.
| Antibody | Seronegative | Primary | Reactivated | Past |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IgM anti-VCA | - | + | - | - |
| IgG anti-VCA | - | + | + | + |
| Anti EBNA | - | - | + | -/+ |
| Anti-EA | - | + | + | + |
| Heterophile | - | + | N/A | N/A |
Summary of Expected Patterns for EBV Antigen Reactivity
The age of the primary disease population varied from 1 to 48 years of age (mean and median age: 22 years old). The age of the patients with reactivated disease varied from 3 to 68 (mean: 27, median 23). The age range of the seronegative group was 1 to 74 (mean: 14, median: 12). The Copalis EBV-M Antibody Assay was compared to expected marker patterns in the defined disease states and separated into adult and pediatric populations. The results of these studies are summarized below with the 95% confidence intervals (95% CI). Equivocal results by Copalis or IFA or non-specific staining by IFA were not included in the calculations.
| Expected Pattern | Heterophile +; VCA IgM +; VCA IgG +; EBNA –; EA + | |
|---|---|---|
| Pediatric | Adult | |
| Copalis®/IFA Result* | EBV VCA IgM | EBV VCA IgM |
| Sensitivity | 12/12 = 100% | 59/59* = 100.0% |
| (95% CI) | (73.5 - 100.0%) | (93.9 - 100.0%) |
| Specificity | NA | NA |
| Agreement | 12/12 = 100% | 59/59 = 100.0% |
| Prevalence Copalis® | 12/12 = 100% | 59/61 = 96.7% |
| Prevalence IFA | 12/12 = 100% | 61/61 = 100.0% |
Primary Disease State Population
*(2 Copalis equivocal/IFA positive)
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Reactivated Disease State Population
| Expected Pattern | VCA IgM a; VCA IgG +; EBNA +; EA + |
|---|---|
| Copalis®/IFA Resultb | EBV VCA IgM |
| Sensitivity | NA |
| Specificity | 29/39 = 74.4% |
| (95% CI) | (57.8 – 87.0%) |
| Agreement | 29/39 = 74.4% |
| Prevalence Copalis® | 10/39 = 25.6% |
| Prevalence IFAc | 0/39 = 0% |
3 Literature reports show that IgM can be present in reactivated disease '
°2 Copalis equivocal/IFA negative, 1 Copalis equivocal/IFA non-specific staining (nss); 1 Copalis negative/IFA nss °Prevalence of IFA before exclusion was 4/50 = 8%
EBV Screening Population
| Expected Pattern | VCA IgM -/+(Primary, Reactiviated, Seronegative, or Past | |
|---|---|---|
| Pediatric | Adult | |
| Copalis®/IFA* Result | EBV VCA IgM | EBV VCA IgM |
| Sensitivity(95% CI) | N/A | N/A |
| Specificity(95% CI) | 13/13 = 100.0%(75. - 100.0%) | 25/28* = 89.3%(71.8-97.7) |
| Agreement | 13/13 = 100.0% | 25/28 = 89.3% |
| Prevalence Copalis® | 0/14 = 0.0% | 3/29 = 10.3% |
| Prevalence IFA | 0/14 = 0.0% | 0/29 = 0.0% |
(1 Copalis equivocal/IFA negative)
SeroNegative Population
| Expected Pattern | VCA IgM -; VCA IgG -; EBNA -; EA - | |
|---|---|---|
| Pediatric | Adult | |
| Copalis®/IFA* Result | EBV VCA IgM | EBV VCA IgM |
| Sensitivity(95% Cl) | NA | NA |
| Specificity(95% Cl) | 40/42 = 95.2%(83.8 - 99.4%) | 8/8 = 100%(63.1 - 100.0%) |
| Agreement | 40/42 = 95.2% | 8/8 = 100.0% |
| Prevalence Copalis® | 2/42 = 4.8% | 0/8 = 0% |
| Prevalence IFA | 0/42 = 0% | 0/8 = 0% |
*(no equivocal results)
Apparently Healthy Adult Population
| Expected Pattern | - |
|---|---|
| Copalis®/IFA* Result | EBV VCA IgM |
| Sensitivity | NA |
| Specificity | 91/97 = 93.8% |
| (95% CI) | (82.0 - 97.8%) |
| Agreement | 91/97 = 93.8% |
| Prevalence Copalis® | 6/97 = 6.2% |
| Prevalence IFA | 0/97 = 0% |
*(5 Copalis equivocal/IFA negative)
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Transplant Recipients (Reactivated)
| Copalis®/IFA* Result | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity | NA |
| Specificity | 30/41 = 73.2% |
| (95% CI) | (57.1 - 85.8%) |
| Agreement | 3/42 = 71.4% |
| Prevalence Copalis® | 10/42 = 23.8% |
| Prevalence IFA | 4/46 = 8.7% |
*(3 Copalis equivocal/IFA positive; 3 Copalis equivocal/IFA negative; 1 Copalis negative/IFA nss; 1 Copalis equivocal/IFA nss)
Transplant Donors
| Copalis®/IFA* Result | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity | NA |
| Specificity | 46/50 = 92.0% |
| (95% CI) | (80.8 - 97.8%) |
| Agreement | 56/50 = 92.0% |
| Prevalence Copalis® | 4/46 = 8.7% |
| Prevalence IFA | 0/53 = 0% |
*(4 Copalis equivocal/IFA negative)
The Copalis® EBV-M Antibody Assay identified all patients with primary disease. It gave equivalent or better prevalence results than IFA in defined disease states when compared to the literature. Review of the data from serial samples (next section) shows that the Copalis® assay closely matches the expected pattern for the markers in primary infection (acute and convalescent). In the reactivated disease state population, the IFA result was negative in 10 samples in which the Copalis® assay results were positive. Although most tables of marker patterns in defined diseases state that the lgM should be negative in reactivated disease, literature reports show that IgM can be present in reactivated disease. Thus, the presence of IgM in this state is not unexpected.
Serial Sample Studies
Seven serial sample panels were evaluated by Copalis® EBV-M Antibody Assay and by IFA. The panels were also tested for EBV VCA, EBNA and EA antibodies. The samples ranged from 2 to 960 days following onset of illness. The Copalis® assay was equivalent to IFA in the detection of marker patterns. In 3 of 7 patients, the Copalis® EBV-M assay detected the presence of IgM for more days than detected by IFA. In one sample, the Copalis® EBV-M assay and IFA detected IgM for the same number of days. The assay CI's show changes in IgM antibody titers more clearly than IFA. When reviewing all 4 markers together, in 6/7 patients the Copalis® assay pattern was more consistent with disease than IFA.
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Reproducibility: Reproducibility studies were performed at the 3 sites using one lot of tests. Assay reproducibility was determined by testing 6 samples that spanned the range of the assay components CTRs. Samples were tested in duplicate once a day for 5 days. The results are summarized below.
| Sample | Meanmg/dL | Within Run%CV | %CV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neg Control | 0.90 | -- | 1.3% |
| Pos Control | 2.25 | -- | 10.7% |
| RP 1 | 1.87 | 7.8% | 12.6% |
| RP 2 | 0.89 | 2.0% | 1.7% |
| RP 3 | 5.06 | 8.4% | 19.3% |
| RP 4 | 0.90 | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| RP 5 | 5.53 | 19.4% | 26.7% |
| RP 6 | 1.35 | 7.6% | 13.2% |
| N for RP | 30 | 30 | 30 |
REPRODUCIBILITY RESULTS FOR COPALIS® EBV-M ANTIBODY ASSAY - COMBINED SITES
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
MAY 1 4 1999
DiaSorin c/o Carole Stamp TUV Product Service Inc. 1775 Old Highway 8 NW Suite 104 New Brighton, MN 55112
K991459 Re: Trade Name: Copalis® EBV-M Assay Regulatory Class: I
Product Code: LJN Dated: May 7, 1999 Received: May 10, 1999
Dear Ms. Stamp:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic QS inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.
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Under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA-88), this device may require a CLIA complexity categorization. To determine if it does, you should contact the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) at (770)488-7655.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a Iegally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4588. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll free number (800) 638-2041 or at (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html"
Sincerely yours,
Steven Butman
Steven I. Gutman, M.D., M.B.A. Director Division of Clinical Laboratory Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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INDICATIONS FOR USE
510(k) Number (if known): K991459
Copalis® EBV-M Assay Device Name: Indications For Use: The Copalis® EBV-M Assay uses Coupled Particle Light Scattering technology in a microparticle agglutination-based assay for the qualitative detection of IgM antibodies to the EBV VCA antigen. The assay is designed for human serum using the Copalis® I Immunoassay System. The presence of VCA IgM antibodies is used as an aid in the diagnosis of EBV associated mononucleosis when used in conjunction with other EBV serologies in pediatric, adult, transplant donor and transplant recipient populations.
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§ 866.3235 Epstein-Barr virus serological reagents.
(a)
Identification. Epstein-Barr virus serological reagents are devices that consist of antigens and antisera used in serological tests to identify antibodies to Epstein-Barr virus in serum. The identification aids in the diagnosis of Epstein-Barr virus infections and provides epidemiological information on diseases caused by these viruses. Epstein-Barr viruses are thought to cause infectious mononucleosis and have been associated with Burkitt's lymphoma (a tumor of the jaw in African children and young adults) and postnasal carcinoma (cancer).(b)
Classification. Class I (general controls).