K Number
K142738
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2014-12-19

(87 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
866.3305
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

The artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit is an in vitro real-time PCR DNA amplification assay performed on the QIAsymphony RGQ MDx system for the direct qualitative detection and differentiation of herpes simplex virus (HSV-1 and HSV-2) DNA in genital or oral vesicular lesions from male and female patients suspected of HSV infection.

The assay is intended for use as an aid in diagnosis of HSV infection in symptomatic patients.

Warning: The artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit is not FDA-cleared for use with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or for prenatal screening.

Device Description

The artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit is an in vitro PCR assay for the qualitative detection and differentiation of nucleic acids encoding the Glycoprotein D and UL30 genes isolated from HSV-1 and HSV-2 DNA present in genital or oral lesions from male and female patients. Samples are extracted and prepared for PCR using the QIAsymphony SP/AS instrument with the QIAsymphony DSP Virus/Pathogen Mini Kit. Amplification and detection are carried out using the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit with the Rotor-Gene O MDx (RGO MDx) and Rotor-Gene AssayManager software. The presence of a HSV-1 or HSV-2 target sequence is indicated by the fluorescent signal generated through the use of fluorescently labeled oligonucleotide probes. The probes do not generate a signal unless they are specifically bound to the amplified product. The amplification cycle at which fluorescent signal is detected by the RGQ MDx is inversely proportional to the HSV-1 and/or HSV-2 target concentration present in the original specimen. A plasmid construct containing DNA unrelated to HSV-1 and HSV-2 is introduced into each specimen during sample preparation to serve as an internal control. Run as a separate control, the positive control serves to demonstrate that the HSV-1/2 PCR reagents are functional. In addition, the positive control functions as a process control, to demonstrate that sample preparation has proceeded correctly during the run.

AI/ML Overview

The provided documentation describes the performance characteristics and clinical study results for the artus® HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit, an in vitro real-time PCR assay for the detection and differentiation of HSV-1 and HSV-2 DNA.

Here's an analysis of the acceptance criteria and the study that proves the device meets them:

1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

The acceptance criteria are generally qualitative for this type of diagnostic device, revolving around achieving sufficient sensitivity and specificity compared to a predicate device or established methods. The reported device performance is detailed in the tables under "Performance Characteristics - Clinical Studies."

Acceptance Criteria (Implied)Reported Device Performance (artus® HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit)
Analytical Sensitivity (LoD) at ≥ 95% detectionHSV-1 MacIntyre: 4.42 x 100 TCID50/mL (95% CI: 2.81 x 100 - 9.14 x 100) HSV-1 Isolate 15: 1.82 x 101 TCID50/mL (95% CI: 0.96 x 101 - 5.47 x 101) HSV-2 MS: 9.78 x 10-1 TCID50/mL (95% CI: 0.66 x 10-1 - 2.01 x 100) HSV-2 Isolate 2: 1.91 x 102 TCID50/mL (95% CI: 1.26 x 102 - 3.55 x 102)
Analytical Reactivity (Detection of various HSV strains)Detected intended HSV-1 or HSV-2 in all 39 strains (20 HSV-1, 19 HSV-2) tested at 2-3X LoD.
Cross-Reactivity/Microbial Interference (No interference from common microorganisms)None of the 45 tested microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, viruses) cross-reacted or interfered with HSV detection.
Precision (Repeatability & Reproducibility of results)Within-Laboratory Repeatability: Low %CV for CT values (mostly <3%) for positive and low positive samples. Site-to-Site Reproducibility: Low %CV for CT values (mostly <3%) across 3 sites for positive and low positive samples.
Absence of Carryover0.0% carryover rate demonstrated in testing.
No "Interfering Substances" (No impact from common patient specimen substances)None of the 24 tested substances (e.g., blood, urine, medications, personal care products) showed an inhibitory effect.
Clinical Performance: Genital Samples HSV-1Sensitivity: 95.8% (95% CI: 88.5% – 98.6%) Specificity: 93.9% (95% CI: 90.8% – 96.0%)
Clinical Performance: Genital Samples HSV-2Sensitivity: 96.9% (95% CI: 91.2% – 98.9%) Specificity: 91.1% (95% CI: 87.9% – 93.5%)
Clinical Performance: Oral Samples HSV-1Sensitivity: 93.8% (95% CI: 83.2% – 97.9%) Specificity: 81.7% (95% CI: 73.2% - 88.0%)
Clinical Performance: Oral Samples HSV-2Sensitivity: N/A (0 positive samples in clinical study) Specificity: 100.0% (95% CI: 97.5% – 100.0%) Contrived Sample Study: Detected HSV-2 in all 45 spiked oral samples.
Clinical Performance: Mucocutaneous Samples HSV-1Sensitivity: 93.9% (95% CI: 85.4% – 97.6%) Specificity: 89.3% (95% CI: 84.5% – 92.8%)
Clinical Performance: Mucocutaneous Samples HSV-2Sensitivity: 94.9% (95% CI: 83.1% – 98.6%) Specificity: 94.3% (95% CI: 91.0% – 96.5%)

2. Sample Sizes Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance

  • Clinical Study (Prospective):

    • Genital Samples: 510 total specimens (initially), from which 96 HSV-2 positive samples by ELVIS culture were removed for HSV-1 calculation, resulting in 414 for HSV-1 analysis. All 510 were used for HSV-2.
    • Oral Samples: 152 total specimens.
    • Mucocutaneous Samples: 281 for HSV-1, 320 for HSV-2 (a subset of the overall clinical study samples).
    • Data Provenance: Prospectively collected from symptomatic patients at 3 testing sites. Samples were from 5 geographically diverse locations within the United States.
  • Contrived Sample Study (for HSV-2 in Oral Samples):

    • Sample Size: 70 individual samples (15 HSV-1/2 negative oral, 10 HSV-1 positive oral, 45 HSV-1/2 negative oral spiked with HSV-2).
    • Data Provenance: Prepared using oral samples from the method comparison study, spiked with HSV-2 at various concentrations.
  • Analytical Reactivity Test Set: 39 strains (20 HSV-1, 19 HSV-2) from Zeptometrix™ Corporation (ZMC).

  • Cross-Reactivity and Microbial Interference Test Set: A panel of 45 microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, viruses) with listed sources.

  • Precision Test Sets:

    • Within-Laboratory: Not explicitly stated, but 7-member panel tested in replicates of three, once a day for 12 days (approx. 36 replicates per panel member).
    • Site-to-Site Reproducibility: 7-member panel run by 2 users at each of 3 external sites, 5 runs on alternating days (total of 90 test results per panel member).
  • Interfering Substances Test Set: 24 substances.

3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and Qualifications of Those Experts

The ground truth for the clinical study was established using the ELVIS® (Enzyme Linked Virus Inducible System) HSV ID and D3 Typing Test System. This is a commercially available viral culture system, which is a recognized method for HSV detection and typing. There is no mention of human experts directly establishing primary ground truth for the clinical samples.

For discordant results in the clinical study, alternative PCR followed by bi-directional sequencing was used as a "confirmatory" method. The document does not specify the number or qualifications of experts involved in running or interpreting these alternative PCR and sequencing results.

4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set

The primary comparison was between the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit and the ELVIS viral culture system.

For discordant results (where the artus kit and ELVIS culture disagreed):

  • Discordant specimens were analyzed by alternative PCR followed by bi-directional sequencing. The results of this alternative method were then used to adjudicate the initial discrepancy and determine agreement with either the artus kit or ELVIS. The text generally states that the alternative PCR results "agreed with the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx result" for a certain number of samples, suggesting this method was considered the definitive truth for these specific discordant cases.

5. Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study

No multi-reader multi-case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done. This device is an in-vitro diagnostic (IVD) assay, and its performance is evaluated against established laboratory methods, not typically against human reader performance in a diagnostic imaging or pathology context that would warrant an MRMC study.

6. Standalone Performance

Yes, standalone performance was done. The entire set of clinical data (sensitivity, specificity, PPV, NPV) and analytical data (LoD, reactivity, cross-reactivity, precision, interference, carryover) presented describes the performance of the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit algorithm/system only without human intervention beyond standard laboratory operation. There is no "human-in-the-loop" component described for interpretation of results from this PCR assay.

7. Type of Ground Truth Used

The primary ground truth used for the clinical validation was:

  • Viral Culture: Specifically, the ELVIS® (Enzyme Linked Virus Inducible System) HSV ID and D3 Typing Test System. This is a laboratory-based method.
  • Reference Molecular Method for Discordants: For samples where the artus kit and ELVIS culture disagreed, alternative PCR followed by bi-directional sequencing was used as a secondary, more definitive ground truth.

8. Sample Size for the Training Set

The document does not explicitly state the sample size for a "training set." This type of premarket notification (510(k)) focuses on validation and clinical performance of a developed product, rather than the development process involving explicit training sets for algorithms. The device is a PCR assay, typically developed and optimized through analytical studies, rather than machine learning training.

9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established

Since no explicit "training set" is mentioned in the context of machine learning, there is no description of how ground truth for such a set was established. Development of PCR assays involves extensive analytical testing (e.g., optimization of primers, probes, reaction conditions) using characterized reference materials and often challenging clinical samples, which are analogous to establishing performance during the development phase.

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December 19, 2014

Re: K142738

Trade/Device Name: artus® HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit Regulation Number: 21 CFR 866.3305 Regulation Name: Herpes simplex virus serological assays Regulatory Class: II Product Code: 000 Dated: September 23, 2014 Received: September 23, 2014

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K142738

Device Name artus® HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit

Indications for Use (Describe)

The artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit is an in vitro real-time PCR DNA amplification assay performed on the QIAsymphony RGQ MDx system for the direct qualitative detection and differentiation of herpes simplex virus (HSV-1 and HSV-2) DNA in genital or oral vesicular lesions from male and female patients suspected of HSV infection.

The assay is intended for use as an aid in diagnosis of HSV infection in symptomatic patients.

Warning: The artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit is not FDA-cleared for use with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or for prenatal screening.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)

Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

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510(k) SUMMARY

General Information

Submitted by:QIAGEN19300 Germantown RoadGermantown, MD 20874
Contact Person:Kimberly Mapp, Ph.D.Manager, Regulatory Affairs1201 Clopper RoadGaithersburg, MD 20878
Phone: 301.944.7817Fax: 240.686.3847Email: kimberly.mapp@qiagen.com
Date Prepared:November 24, 2014
Device Name:artus ® HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit
Trade Name:artus ® HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit
Common Name:Herpes Simplex Virus detection assay
Classification:Class II
Predicate Device
ManufacturerProduct Name510(k) No.
Eragen BiosciencesMultiCode®-RTx Herpes Simplex Virus 1 & 2 KitK100336

Device Description

The artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit is an in vitro PCR assay for the qualitative detection and differentiation of nucleic acids encoding the Glycoprotein D and UL30 genes isolated from HSV-1 and HSV-2 DNA present in genital or oral lesions from male and female patients. Samples are extracted and prepared for PCR using the QIAsymphony SP/AS instrument with the QIAsymphony DSP Virus/Pathogen Mini Kit. Amplification and detection are carried out using the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit with the Rotor-Gene O MDx (RGO MDx) and Rotor-Gene AssayManager software. The presence of a HSV-1 or HSV-2 target sequence is indicated by the fluorescent signal generated through the use of fluorescently labeled oligonucleotide probes. The probes do not generate a signal unless they are specifically bound to the amplified product. The

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amplification cycle at which fluorescent signal is detected by the RGQ MDx is inversely proportional to the HSV-1 and/or HSV-2 target concentration present in the original specimen. A plasmid construct containing DNA unrelated to HSV-1 and HSV-2 is introduced into each specimen during sample preparation to serve as an internal control. Run as a separate control, the positive control serves to demonstrate that the HSV-1/2 PCR reagents are functional. In addition, the positive control functions as a process control, to demonstrate that sample preparation has proceeded correctly during the run.

Intended Use

The artus HSV-1/2 OS-RGO MDx Kit is an in vitro real-time PCR DNA amplification assay performed on the QIAsymphony RGQ MDx system for the direct qualitative detection and differentiation of herpes simplex virus (HSV-1 and HSV-2) DNA in genital or oral vesicular lesions from male and female patients suspected of HSV infection.

The assay is intended for use as an aid in diagnosis of HSV infection in symptomatic patients.

Warning: The artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit is not FDA-cleared for use with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or for prenatal screening.

Comparison of the artus® HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit and the Predicate Device

The artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit is substantially equivalent to the predicate device:

  • K100336: Eragen Biosciences MultiCode®-RTx Herpes Simplex Virus 1 & 2 Kit
    Similarities and differences between the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit and the predicate device are shown in Table 1.

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Table 1: Comparison of the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit with the predicate device

CharacteristicDevicePredicate
Nameartus® HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx KitEragen Biosciences MultiCode®- RTx Herpes Simplex Virus 1 & 2 Kit
Similarities
Intended UseThe artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQMDx Kit is an in vitro real-timePCR DNA amplification assayperformed on the QIAsymphonyRGQ MDx system for the directqualitative detection anddifferentiation of herpes simplexvirus (HSV-1 and HSV-2) DNAin genital or oral vesicular lesionsfrom male and female patientssuspected of HSV infection.The MultiCode®-RTx HerpesSimplex Virus 1 & 2 Kit is apolymerase chain reaction(PCR)-based qualitative in vitrodiagnostic test for the detectionand typing of herpes simplexvirus (HSV1&2) DNA invaginal lesions. It is indicatedfor use in the detection andtyping of HSV-1 or HSV-2 invaginal lesion swab specimensfrom symptomatic femalepatients as an aid in thediagnosis of genital herpesinfection.
The assay is intended for use asan aid in diagnosis of HSVinfection in symptomatic patients.
Warning: The artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit is not FDA-cleared for use with cerebrospinalfluid (CSF) or for prenatalscreening.Warning: The device is notFDA cleared for the use withcerebral spinal fluid (CSF) orany lesions other than vaginal.The assay is not intended to beused for male penile specimens,for prenatal screening, orfemales under the age of 18years.
Assay TargetsHSV-1HSV-2HSV-1HSV-2
Amplificationand DetectionTechnologyReal-time PCR DNAamplificationReal-time PCR DNAamplification
Assay ControlsPositive Control, NegativeControl and Internal Controlincluded in the kit.Positive Control, NegativeControl and Internal Controlincluded in the kit.
Differences
Specimen TypeMale and female genital or oralherpetic lesionsFemale vaginal lesions

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Performance Characteristics - Non-Clinical Studies

Analytical Sensitivity (Limit of Detection)

The limit of detection (LoD) was assessed for the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit using 2 strains of HSV-1 (MacIntyre and Isolate #15 from Zeptometrix™ Corporation. (ZMC)) and two strains of HSV-2 (MS and Isolate #2 from Zeptometrix™ Corporation). The LoD is defined as the HSV titer (TCID<0/mL) detected with a probability of 95% or greater and was determined by probit analysis. The results, representative of the analytical sensitivity of the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit, are summarized in Table 2.

Table 2: Limit of Detection

StrainLoD (95 % CI) TCID50/mL
HSV-1 Macintyre4.42 x 100 (2.81 x 100 - 9.14 x 100)
HSV-1 Isolate 151.82 x 101 (0.96 x 101 - 5.47 x 101)
HSV-2 MS9.78 x 10-1 (6.6 x 10-1 - 2.01 x 100)
HSV-2 Isolate 21.91 x 102 (1.26 x 102 - 3.55 x 102)

Analytical Reactivity

The analytical reactivity of the artus HSV-1/2 OS-RGO MDx Kit was assessed to determine whether the kit could detect a broad range of HSV-1 and HSV-2 strains. Strains were obtained from ZMC. A total of 39 strains (20 HSV-1 and 19 HSV-2) were diluted in M4RT viral transport medium to 2-3X LoD and tested with the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit (Table 3). The intended HSV-1 or HSV-2 was detected in all strains tested.

OrganismPart No.OrganismPart No.
HSV-1, Isolate #20810183CFHSV-2, Isolate #30810204CF
HSV-1, Isolate #30810184CFHSV-2, Isolate #40810205CF
HSV-1, Isolate #40810185CFHSV-2, Isolate #50810206CF
HSV-1, Isolate #50810186CFHSV-2, Isolate #60810207CF
HSV-1, Isolate #60810187CFHSV-2, Isolate #70810208CF
HSV-1, Isolate #70810188CFHSV-2, Isolate #80810209CF
HSV-1, Isolate #80810189CFHSV-2, Isolate #90810210CF
HSV-1, Isolate #90810190CFHSV-2, Isolate #100810211CF
HSV-1, Isolate #100810191CFHSV-2, Isolate #110810212CF
HSV-1, Isolate #110810192CFHSV-2, Isolate #120810213CF
HSV-1, Isolate #120810193CFHSV-2, Isolate #130810214CF

Table 3: Strains Tested in Analytical Reactivity

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OrganismPart No.OrganismPart No.
HSV-1, Isolate #130810194CFHSV-2, Isolate #140810215CF
HSV-1, Isolate #140810195CFHSV-2, Isolate #150810216CF
HSV-1, Isolate #150810196CFHSV-2, Isolate #160810217CF
HSV-1, Isolate #160810197CFHSV-2, Isolate #170810218CF
HSV-1, Isolate #170810198CFHSV-2, Isolate #180810219CF
HSV-1, Isolate #180810199CFHSV-2, Isolate #190810220CF
HSV-1, Isolate #190810200CFHSV-2, Isolate #200810221CF
HSV-1, Isolate #200810201CFHSV-2, Isolate #210810222CF
HSV-1, Isolate #210810202CF

Cross-Reactivity and Microbial Interference

A panel of microorganisms that may be present in patient specimens was tested to determine whether these microorganisms interfered with the detection of HSV-1 or HSV-2 or were cross-reactive with the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit (Table 4). Organisms were tested at a target concentration of approximately 1 x 106 CFU/ml for bacteria (with the exception of Neisseria gonorrhea, which was tested at 3.5 x 10 CFU/mL due to the low titer of the stock culture) and fungi or ≥1 x 105 TCID50/ml for viruses separately in the presence of 2-3X LoD of each of three HSV strains: HSV-1 MacIntyre, HSV-1 Isolate #15, or HSV-2 MS. None of the potential interfering organisms cross-reacted or interfered with the detection of any of the HSV strains by the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit.

OrganismSource ID
Acinetobacter calcaceticusATCC 51432
Acinetobacter lwoffiATCC 17925
Adenovirus type 2ZMC 0810110CF
Bacteroides fragilisZMC 0601533
Candida albicansATCC 10231
Candida glabrataZMC Z007
Candida guilliermondiiZMC Z008
Candida kruseiZMC Z009
Candida lustaniaeATCC 42720
Candida parapsilosisZMC Z011
Candida tropicalisZMC Z012
Chlamydia trachomatisATCC VR-885
CytomegalovirusZMC 0810003CF
Enterobacter cloacaeATCC 13047
OrganismSource ID
EnterovirusZMC 0810047CF
Epstein-Barr VirusZMC 0810008CF
Escherichia coliATCC 23571
Fusobacterium nucleatumATCC 25586
Gardnerella vaginalisATCC 14019
Haemophilus ducreyiATCC 700724D-5
Human Genomic DNAPromega G3041
Human Herpes Virus 6ZMC 0810003CF
Human Herpes Virus 7ZMC 0810071CF
Human papilloma virus 16ATCC 45113
Human papilloma virus 18ATCC 45152
Herpes Simplex Virus 1 (HSV-1), isolate 200810201CF
Herpes Simplex Virus 2 (HSV-2), isolate 200810221CF
Klebsiella pneumoniaeATCC 13883
Lactobacillus acidophilusATCC 4356
Mobiluncus curtsiiATCC 43063
Mobiluncus mulierisATCC 35240
Moraxella catarrhalisATCC 8176
Mycoplasma hominisATCC 23114D
Neisseria gonorrheaATCC 9793
Neisseria meningitidesATCC 13077
Prevotella melaninogenicaATCC 25845
Rubella VirusZMC 0810048CF
Simian Virus type 40 (SV40)VRMC-2
Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)ATCC 43300
Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA)ATCC 29213
Staphylococcus epidermidis (MRSE)ATCC 51625
Staphylococcus saprophyticusATCC 15305
Streptococcus mitisZMC Clinical isolate
Streptococcus mutansZMC Z072
Streptococcus pneumoniaeZMC 19F-Z022
Streptococcus pyogenesATCC 8669
Streptococcus salivariusATCC 13419
Toxoplasma gondiiZMC 0810007CF
Treponema pallidumATCC 632912
Trichomonas vaginalisATCC PRA-98D
Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV)ZMC 0810171CF

Table 4: Organisms Tested in Cross Reactivity and Microbial Interference

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Precision

The precision of the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit was assessed using a sevenmember precision panel consisting of 2 strains of HSV: HSV-1 MacIntyre and HSV-2 MS, diluted in M4RT viral transport medium. Panel members were formulated with a single HSV strain present (HSV-1 or HSV-2) at three concentrations: Positive (~2-3X LoD), Low Positive (1X LoD), and High Negative (<1X LoD, targeting a 20-80% positivity rate). A seventh panel member (Negative) was prepared using M4RT viral transport medium only. The data obtained were used to determine the mean Cr, standard deviation (ST DEV) and the coefficient of variation (%CV) for each target and the internal control.

For the within laboratory repeatability study, the seven-member panel was tested in replicates of three, once a day for a total of twelve days. The testing was conducted by two alternating operators using one QIAsymphony RGQ MDx (QS-RGQ MDx) instrument platform and one reagent kit lot (Table 5).

HSV-1HSV-2IC
SampleMeanCTSTDEV%CVMeanCTSTDEV%CVMeanCTSTDEV%CVDetected/Total
HSV-1Positive32.560.320.97%N/AN/AN/A31.790.642.00%35/35*
HSV-1 LowPositive33.890.351.03%N/AN/AN/A31.850.662.07%36/36
HSV-1HighNegative37.520.631.69%N/AN/AN/A31.730.591.87%23/36
HSV-2PositiveN/AN/AN/A33.730.411.22%31.720.631.98%36/36
HSV-2 LowPositiveN/AN/AN/A36.731.052.86%31.690.632.00%36/36
HSV-2HighNegativeN/AN/AN/A38.351.012.64%31.820.571.80%9/36
HSVNegativeN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A31.880.521.64%0/36

Table 5: Within-Laboratory Repeatability Study Results

  • Total number of samples is less than 36 due to exclusion of 1 invalid sample

To measure site-to-site reproducibility, the 7-member panel was run by 2 users at each of 3 external sites. Each of the 2 users performed 5 runs on alternating testing days for a total of 90 test results per panel member. Panel members were tested in replicates of 3 that were randomized and blinded to the user. A single OIAsymphony RGO MDx instrument platform and one lot of the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit were used at each site to conduct the study (Table 6).

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PanelmemberSiteHSV-1/HSV-2ICDetected/Total
MeanCTSTDEV%CVMeanCTSTDEV%CV
HSV-1PositiveSite 131.401.043.30%30.870.351.12%27/27
Site 231.440.351.10%30.800.371.19%29/29
Site 331.200.321.03%30.450.300.98%26/26
Overall31.350.662.09%30.710.381.24%82/82*
HSV-1LowPositiveSite 133.010.401.20%30.910.341.11%30/30
Site 232.780.441.34%30.760.381.24%30/30
Site 332.370.892.74%30.470.351.13%30/30
Overall32.720.662.03%30.710.401.29%90/90
HSV-1HighNegativeSite 136.340.882.41%30.850.290.93%19/30
Site 236.270.742.05%30.670.401.29%15/30
Site 336.771.062.88%30.440.301.00%17/30
Overall36.460.922.51%30.660.371.20%51/90
HSV-2PositiveSite 133.190.361.08%30.890.300.99%30/30
Site 232.850.351.05%30.750.351.15%30/30
Site 332.460.331.03%30.470.290.95%30/30
Overall32.830.451.38%30.700.361.17%90/90
HSV-2LowPositiveSite 136.120.962.65%30.840.290.95%30/30
Site 235.530.661.85%30.730.321.04%30/30
Site 335.810.922.58%30.490.300.97%30/30
Overall35.820.882.46%30.690.331.08%90/90
HSV-2HighNegativeSite 138.090.551.44%30.910.310.99%5/30
Site 237.692.306.09%30.710.371.20%5/30
Site 337.27N/AN/A30.500.321.04%1/30
Overall37.831.524.01%30.710.371.20%11/90
HSVNegativeSite 1N/AN/AN/A30.880.300.96%0/30
Site 2N/AN/AN/A30.720.361.16%0/30
Site 3N/AN/AN/A30.530.321.04%0/30
OverallN/AN/AN/A30.710.351.14%0/90

Table 6: Site-to-Site Reproducibility Study Results

  • Total number of samples is less than 90 due to exclusion of invalid samples

Target Carryover Study

Absence of carryover between samples for the entire workflow was demonstrated by performing 5 runs with alternating high positive (≥ 1.0 x 105 TCID56/mL) and negative samples. All samples were detected correctly, generating a carryover rate of 0.0%.

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Interfering Substances

A panel of 24 substances that may be present in oral/genital patient specimens was tested to determine whether these substances interfered with the performance of the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit (Table 7). Two strains of HSV: HSV-1 MacIntyre and HSV-2 MS, were diluted to approximately 2-3X LOD in M4RT viral transport medium and spiked with each potentially inhibitory substance. None of the substances showed an inhibitory effect on the detection of HSV-1 or HSV-2 by the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit.

SubstancePotential Interferent/ActiveIngredientConcentrationOf SubstanceAdded ToReactionConcentration OfActive IngredientAdded ToReaction
Whole bloodwith EDTAHemoglobin, lactoferin100%5% v/v
Buffy coatWhite blood cells100%5% v/v
AcyclovirAcycloguanosine5 mg/ml5 mg/ml
AlbuminAlbumin5 mg/ml5 mg/ml
CaseinCasein5 mg/ml5 mg/ml
Female urine*Urea100%Not listed
Male urine*Urea100%Not listed
K-Y® BrandjellyGlycerin, hydroxyethyl cellulose,chlorhexidine, gluconate,gluconolactone, methylparaben,sodium hydroxide100%Not listed
Douche*Octoxynol-9, citric acid, sodiumbenzoate, disodium EDTA100%Not listed
Spermicide*Nonoxynol-9100%7%
Yeast Gard®*Candida albicans ×27 HPUS†,Candida parapsilosis ×27 HPUS,Pulsatilla ×27 HPUS100%Not listed
Monistat® 1*Miconazole nitrate100%2% v/v
Vagisil®Cream*Benzocaine, resorcinol100%Benzocaine 20%Resorcinol 3%
Monistat 3*Miconazole nitrate100%2% v/v
Triconazole 1*Triconazole100%6.5% v/v
SubstancePotential Interferent/ActiveIngredientConcentrationOf SubstanceAdded ToReactionConcentration OfActive IngredientAdded ToReaction
Rite AidFeminine Wash,Sensitive Skin*Ammonium laureth sulfate,ammonium lauryl sulfate, decylglucoside,cocamidopropyl betaine100%Not listed
Clotrimazole-7vaginal cream*Clotrimazole100%1% v/v
Anti-itchcream*Benzocaine100%5% v/v
Listerine®antisepticmouthwash*Eucalyptol, menthol, methylsalicylate, thymol100%Eucalyptol 0.920%Menthol 0.042%Methyl salicylate0.060%Thymol 0.064%
Abreva®*Docosanol100%10% v/v
Carmex® lipbalm*Menthol, camphor, phenol100%Menthol 0.7%Camphor 1.7%Phenol 0.4%
Releev® coldsore treatment*Benzalkonium chloride100%0.13% v/v
Lip Clear®lysine+*Zinc oxide100%1.2% v/v
Toothpaste*Stannous fluoride100%0.454% v/v

Table 7: Potentially Interfering Substances Tested

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*: Applied directly to sample by swab.

1: HPUS: Homeopathic Pharmacopeia of the United States.

Expected Values

Prevalence: The observed expected values for HSV-1 and HSV-2 during a multi-center clinical trial were calculated for the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx kit. The expected values for the patients ages 18 and older are shown for Genital lesion samples and for all ages for the oral samples. The observed prevalence rates for HSV-1 were estimated as 18.6% (91/489) for genital samples and 42.1% (64/152) for oral samples. The prevalence rates for HSV-2 were estimated as 26.2% (128/489) for genital samples and 0% (0/152) for oral samples. Gender and age distribution is provided in Table 8 and Table 9.

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Age(Years)Total # ofspecimensHSV-1PositiveHSV-2PositiveNegative
18-2048111324
21-30167324095
31-40111183162
41-5069121542
51-6048101523
61-703141215
71-8011425
81-903003
91-971001
Total48991/489128/489270/489

Table 8: Age Distribution for Genital Specimens

Table 9: Age Distribution for Oral Specimens

Age (Years)Total # ofspecimensHSV-1PositiveHSV-2PositiveNegative
< 11101
1-10211506
11-20206014
21-30258017
31-40239014
41-50163013
51-6014509
61-7015609
71-8011605
81-902200
91-974301
Total15264/1520/15288/152

Positive and Negative Predictive Value: Hypothetical positive and negative predictive values (PPV & NPV) for the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx kit are shown in Table 10. These calculations are based on hypothetical prevalence and overall sensitivity and specificity per specimen type as determined in the clinical study.

For HSV-1, these calculations are based upon an overall sensitivity and specificity of 96% and 94%, respectively, for genital swabs and 94% and 82%, respectively, for oral swabs.

For HSV-2, these calculations are based upon an overall sensitivity and specificity of 97% and 91%, respectively, for genital swabs and 0.0% and 100%, respectively, for oral swabs.

PPV was calculated using: (Sensitivity x Prevalence) / (Sensitivity x Prevalence + [1 -Specificity] x [1 - Prevalence]).

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NPV was calculated using: (Specificity x [1 - Prevalence]) / ([1 - Sensitivity] x Prevalence + Specificity x [1 - Prevalence]).

Prevalence (%)Genital SwabsOral Swabs
HSV-1HSV-2HSV-1HSV-2
PPV (%)NPV (%)PPV (%)NPV (%)PPV (%)NPV (%)PPV (%)NPV (%)
224.6%99.9%18.0%99.9%9.6%99.9%N/A98.0%
545.7%99.8%36.2%99.8%21.6%99.6%N/A95.0%
1064.0%99.5%54.5%99.6%36.7%99.2%N/A90.0%
2080.0%98.9%72.9%99.2%56.6%98.2%N/A80.0%
3087.3%98.2%82.2%98.6%69.1%97.0%N/A70.0%
4091.4%97.2%87.8%97.8%77.7%95.3%N/A60.0%
5094.1%95.9%91.5%96.8%83.9%93.2%N/A50.0%

Table10: Positive and Negative Predictive Values (PPV & NPV) for the artus assay based on sample type

N/A = Not Applicable

Mucocutaneous Lesions: A subset of samples from the clinical study was identified as mucocutaneous. Those classified as mucocutaneous included: oral, cervical, vaginal, rectal. Table 11 lists the specific locations for the mucocutaneous lesions that were reported as such in the study along with the total number of samples from each specific location and number of positives.

Table 11: Mucocutaneous Lesion Sites

Breakdown ofMucocutaneous SamplesHSV-1HSV-1HSV-1ConcordantHSV-2CultureHSV-2artusHSV-2Concordant
LocationTotalCulturePositiveartusPositivePositivePositivePositivePositive
Bottom Lip1
Cervical21332121
Clitoral2
Corners Of Lips1
Penis foreskin1
Genital82321
Groin Vesicles1
In-Mouth1111
Vaginal Introitus1
L Nares1
Labia473539129
Breakdown ofMucocutaneous SamplesHSV-1CulturePositiveHSV-1artusPositiveHSV-1ConcordantPositiveHSV-2CulturePositiveHSV-2artusPositiveHSV-2ConcordantPositive
LocationTotal
Labia Major1111
Left Labia5111
Left Outer Labia1
Left Upper Palate1
Left Vulvar1
Lip31172017
Mons Pubic,Clitoris11
Mouth35101410
Oral Blister32
Palate21
Penile Lesion21
Rectal3111
Right Labia Papule2111
Right Side OfMouth1111
Throat7211
Tongue6232
Tooth1111
Ulcer In Mouth1111
Upper Hard Palate11
Upper Lip4232
Urethral81222
Urogenital4111
Vagina65111110172015
Vaginal Rectal91211
Vesicle621
Vulva34797686
Total320668562395337

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Performance Characteristics - Clinical Studies

Prospective Study: The performance of the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit was evaluated at 3 testing sites in 2013-2014, using samples from 5 geographically diverse locations within the United States. A total of 662 male and female genital or oral lesion swabs (510 genital and 152 oral) prospectively collected from symptomatic patients were evaluated. Results from the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit were compared to results obtained from the ELVIS® (Enzyme Linked Virus Inducible System) HSV ID and D3 Typing Test System (Diagnostic Hybrids, Athens, OH).

Ninety-six (96) prospective specimens identified as HSV-2 positive by ELVIS viral culture were removed from the initial 510 genital specimens for the calculation of the HSV-1 clinical performance. As a result, there were 566 samples (414 genital and 152 oral) used to determine clinical performance for HSV-1 (see Table 12 thru Table 15). The clinical performance for HSV-1 and HSV-2 mucocutaneous lesions was also assessed (Table 16 and Table 17). Prospectively collected samples that were classified as mucocutaneous included oral, cervical, vaginal, rectal, and any sample taken from a vesicle or lesion.

ELVIS
HSV-1POSNEGTotal
artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx KitPOS6921*90+
NEG3**321324
TOTAL72342414
95% CI
Sensitivity – 95.8% (69/72)88.5% – 98.6%
Specificity – 93.9% (321/342)90.8% – 96.0%
Positive Predictive Value – 76.7%67.0% – 84.2%
Negative Predictive Value – 99.1%97.3% – 99.7%
Prevalence – 17.0%14.0% – 21.0%

Table 12: HSV-1 Results for Genital Samples (N=414)

*21 discordant specimens (artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Positive, ELVIS Negative) reported were analyzed by alternative PCR followed by bi-directional sequencing and the result was that 15 out of 21 were positive for HSV-1, agreeing with the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx result. **3 discordant specimens (artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Negative, ELVIS Positive) reported were analyzed by alternative PCR followed by bi-directional sequencing and the result was that all were negative for HSV-1, agreeing with the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx result. + 5 samples were undetermined for ELVIS out of a total of 95 HSV-1 artus positive genital samples. Therefore only the 90 samples that were both ELVIS and artus positive are listed.

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ELVIS
HSV-2POSNEGTotal
artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx KitPOS9337*130
NEG3**377380
TOTAL96414510
95% CI
Sensitivity – 96.9% (93/96)91.2% – 98.9%
Specificity – 91.1% (377/414)87.9% – 93.5%
Positive Predictive Value – 71.5%63.3% – 78.6%
Negative Predictive Value – 99.2%97.7% – 99.7%
Prevalence – 19.0%16.0% – 22.0%

Table 13: HSV-2 Results for Genital Samples (N=510)

*32 discordant specimens (artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Positive, ELVIS Negative) reported were analyzed by alternative PCR followed by bi-directional sequencing and the result was that 27 out of 32 were positive for HSV-2, agreeing with the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx result. The remaining 5 samples were not available for discordant analysis.

** 3 discordant specimens (artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Negative, ELVIS Positive) reported were analyzed by alternative PCR followed by bi-directional sequencing and the result was that all were negative for HSV-2, agreeing with the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx result.

HSV-1ELVIS
POSNEGTotal
artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx KitPOS4519*64
NEG3**8588
TOTAL48104152
95% CI
Sensitivity – 93.8% (45/48)83.2% – 97.9%
Specificity – 81.7% (85/104)73.2% - 88.0%
Positive Predictive Value – 70.3%58.2% - 80.1%
Negative Predictive Value – 96.6%90.5% - 98.8%
Prevalence – 32.0%25.0% - 39.0%

Table 14: HSV-1 Results for Oral Samples (N=152)

  • 19 discordant specimens (artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Positive, ELVIS Negative) reported were analyzed by alternative PCR followed by bi-directional sequencing and the result was that 13 out of 19 were positive for HSV-1, agreeing with the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx result. **2 discordant specimens (artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Negative, ELVIS Positive) reported were analyzed by alternative PCR followed by bi-directional sequencing and the result was that 2 out of 2 were negative for HSV-1, agreeing with the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx result. The remaining 1 specimen was unavailable for discordant analysis testing.

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Table 15: HSV-2 Results for Oral Samples (N=152)
HSV-2ELVIS
POSNEGTotal
artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx KitPOS000
NEG0152152
TOTAL0152152
95% CI
Sensitivity – N/AN/A
Specificity – 100.0% (152/152)97.5% – 100.0%
Positive Predictive Value – N/AN/A
Negative Predictive Value – 100.0%97.5% – 100.0%
Prevalence – 0.0%0.0% – 2.0%

Table 15: HSV-2 Results for Oral Samples (N-152)

Table 16: HSV-1 Mucocutaneous Samples (N=281)

HSV-1ELVIS
POSNEGTotal
artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx KitPOS622385
NEG4192196
TOTAL66215281
95% CI
Sensitivity – 93.9% (62/66)85.4% – 97.6%
Specificity – 89.3% (192/215)84.5% – 92.8%
Positive Predictive Value – 72.9%62.7% – 81.2%
Negative Predictive Value – 98.0%94.9% – 99.2%
Prevalence – 23.0%19.0% – 29.0%
Table 17: HSV-2 Mucocutaneous Samples (N=320)
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HSV-2ELVIS
POSNEGTotal
POS371653
artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx KitNEG2265267
TOTAL39281320
95% CI
Sensitivity – 94.9% (37/39)83.1% – 98.6%
Specificity – 94.3% (265/281)91.0% – 96.5%
Positive Predictive Value – 69.8%56.5% – 80.5%
Negative Predictive Value – 99.3%97.3% – 99.8%
Prevalence – 12.0%9.0% – 16.0%

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HSV-2 Oral Retrospective Sample Study and Contrived Sample Study:

A retrospective study was conducted using oral samples for HSV2 detection. A total of 38 oral retrospective specimens were tested with the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx assay and ELVIS HSV ID and D3 Typing Test System. There were no HSV-2 positive specimens detected in 38 oral specimens.

A contrived specimen study was performed to provide additional performance data for detection of HSV-2 in oral samples. A panel of seventy (70) individual samples consisting of 15 HSV-1/2 negative oral samples, 10 HSV-1 positive oral samples and 45 HSV-1/2 negative oral samples spiked with HSV-2 at a concentration from 3X LoD to 1000X LoD and tested with the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit. The HSV-1 positive oral samples and HSV-1/2 negative oral samples obtained from the method comparison study were used to make the panel. All samples were randomized and blinded to the operator prior to testing. HSV-2 was detected in all 45 contrived samples at all concentrations tested, supporting the claim for detection of HSV-2 in oral samples by the artus HSV-1/2 QS-RGQ MDx Kit.

§ 866.3305 Herpes simplex virus serological assays.

(a)
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.(b)
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).