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BVBLUE is an enzyme activity test for use in the detection of vaginal fluid specimens for sialidase activity, an enzyme produced by bacterial pathogens such as Gardnerella vaginalis, Bacteroides spp., Prevotella spp., and Mobiluncus spp.
BVBLUE is indicated for use in women suspected of having Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) infection, e.g., women with vaginal discharge typical of BV and/or women with previous history of BV, as an aid in the diagnosis of BV infection. BVBLUE test results should be considered in conjunction with other clinical and patient information (see Limitations of the Procedure).
For In Vitro Diagnostic Use Only. BVBLUE is indicated for professional use only and may be used at the point of care and/or physician's offices. It is not intended for home-use.
BVBLUE is an enzyme activity test for use in the detection of vaginal fluid specimens for sialidase activity.
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§ 866.2660 Microorganism differentiation and identification device.
(a)
Identification. A microorganism differentiation and identification device is a device intended for medical purposes that consists of one or more components, such as differential culture media, biochemical reagents, and paper discs or paper strips impregnated with test reagents, that are usually contained in individual compartments and used to differentiate and identify selected microorganisms. The device aids in the diagnosis of disease.(b)
Classification. Class I (general controls). The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 866.9.