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The device description and performance studies focus on the biological components and their performance as quality controls for a nucleic acid test, with no mention of AI or ML.
No
This device is a control panel used to monitor the performance of in vitro diagnostic tests, not to treat a condition or disease in a patient.
No
This device is described as a control panel intended for use as external quality controls to monitor the performance of an in vitro laboratory nucleic acid testing procedure, not to diagnose a condition itself.
No
The device description clearly states that the device is a "Control Panel" comprising "cultured and inactivated Clostridioides (Clostridium) difficile" and "Clostridium sordellii" in the form of "swabs". This indicates a physical, biological product, not a software-only device.
Yes, this device is an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- Intended Use: The intended use explicitly states it is for "in vitro laboratory nucleic acid testing procedures". This is a key characteristic of IVDs, which are used to examine specimens taken from the human body.
- Device Description: The description details the composition of the controls (cultured and inactivated microorganisms) and how they are used to "monitor DNA extraction, amplification and detection" of another IVD assay (the Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi assay). This function of monitoring the performance of an IVD assay is itself an IVD function.
- Intended User / Care Setting: The intended user is an "in vitro laboratory", which aligns with the typical setting for using IVDs.
- Performance Studies: The document describes performance studies conducted to evaluate the device's precision and reproducibility in a laboratory setting, which is standard practice for IVDs.
- Predicate Device: The mention of a predicate device (K182472; Cepheid Xpert® GBS LB Control Panel) which is also a control panel for an IVD assay, further supports its classification as an IVD.
Therefore, based on the provided information, the Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel clearly fits the definition and characteristics of an In Vitro Diagnostic device.
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Intended Use / Indications for Use
The Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel is intended for use as external assayed positive and negative quality controls to monitor the performance of in vitro laboratory nucleic acid testing procedures for the qualitative detection of Clostridioides (Clostridium) difficile performed with the Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi assay on the GeneXpert® Dx System. The controls comprise cultured and inactivated Clostridioides (Clostridium) difficile 027-NAP1-B1 as the positive control and Clostridium sordellii as the negative control.
The Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel is not intended to replace manufacturer controls provided with the device.
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Device Description
The Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel to monitor DNA extraction, amplification and detection of the Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi assay. The Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel contains cultured microorqanisms inactivated by heat treatments. Each Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel consists of 6 individually packaged positive control swabs and 6 individually wrapped negative control swabs. Each positive control swab contains cultured and inactivated Clostridioides difficile at a target level that is designed to provide reproducible performance above the limit of detection of the Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi assay. The positive control swab is expected to produce positive results for each of the genes targeted by the Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi assay: toxin B (tcdB), binary toxin (CDT) and the variant requlator gene, tcdC. Each negative control swab contains Clostridium sordelli. Each swab is individually wrapped with a desiccant in a heat-sealed foil pouch.
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Summary of Performance Studies
A precision and reproducibility study was conducted to determine device performance. Three different testing locations were used. Six different operators (2 at each facility) and 3 different lots of the Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel were tested over five days. Each operator performed a minimum of 3 tests (1 per lot) on 5 different days. All testing was performed on a GeneXpert® Dx System using the Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi assay.
Positive Analyte Agreement:
Site 1: 30/30 (100%)
Site 2: 31/31 (100%) - One ERROR response was observed; a new control was retested and the expected results were obtained.
Site 3: 30/30 (100%)
Overall: 91/91 (100%)
Negative Analyte Agreement:
Site 1: 30/30 (100%)
Site 2: 31/31 (100%) - Two ERROR responses were observed; a new control was retested and the expected results were obtained.
Site 3: 30/30 (100%)
Overall: 91/91 (100%)
Mean Ct (%CV) for Positive Control:
| Site | tcdB | Binary Toxin | tcdC | SPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29.5 (2.6) | 29.0 (2.5) | 28.8 (2.5) | 32.7 (2.1) |
| 2 | 29.7 (2.2) | 29.2 (2.1) | 29.1 (2.1) | 32.3 (1.6) |
| 3 | 29.3 (1.5) | 28.7 (1.6) | 28.6 (1.6) | 32.5 (2.0) |
| All Sites | 29.5 (2.2) | 28.9 (2.2) | 28.8 (2.2) | 32.5 (2.0) |
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§ 866.3920 Assayed quality control material for clinical microbiology assays.
(a)
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.(b)
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.”
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April 19, 2019
Microbiologics, Inc. Tina Sobania Director of Corporate Quality 200 Cooper Avenue North St. Cloud, Minnesota 56303
Re: K190463
Trade/Device Name: Cepheid Xpert C. difficile/Epi Control Panel Regulation Number: 21 CFR 866.3920 Regulation Name: Assayed Quality Control Material For Clinical Microbiology Assays Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PMN Dated: February 25, 2019 Received: February 26, 2019
Dear Tina Sobania:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and 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) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm.
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Sincerely,
for
Uwe Scherf, M.Sc., Ph.D. Director Division of Microbiology Devices Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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510(k) Summary
510(k) Number: K190463
Date: March 25, 2019
Applicant Information:
| Applicant: | Microbiologics, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Address: | 200 Cooper Avenue North |
| St. Cloud, MN 56303 | |
| Primary Contact: | Tina Sobania, Director of Corporate Quality |
| Phone: | 320-229-7050 |
| Email: | tsobania@microbiologics.com |
Device:
| Device Trade Name: | Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel |
|---|---|
| Common Name: | Assayed quality control material for clinical microbiology assays |
| Classification: | Class II |
| Regulation: | 21 CFR 866.3920 |
| Panel: | 83-Microbiology |
| Product Code: | PMN |
Predicate Device:
Cepheid Xpert® GBS LB Control Panel
Device Description:
The Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel to monitor DNA extraction, amplification and detection of the Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi assay. The Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel contains cultured microorqanisms inactivated by heat treatments. Each Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel consists of 6 individually packaged positive control swabs and 6 individually wrapped negative control swabs. Each positive control swab contains cultured and inactivated Clostridioides difficile at a target level that is designed to provide reproducible performance above the limit of detection of the Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi assay. The positive control swab is expected to produce positive results for each of the genes targeted by the Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi assay: toxin B (tcdB), binary toxin (CDT) and the variant requlator gene, tcdC. Each negative control swab contains Clostridium sordelli. Each swab is individually wrapped with a desiccant in a heat-sealed foil pouch.
Device Intended Use:
The Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel is intended for use as external assayed positive and negative quality controls to monitor the performance of in vitro laboratory nucleic acid testing procedures for the qualitative detection of Clostridioides (Clostridium) difficile performed with the Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi assay on the GeneXpert® Dx System. The controls comprise cultured and inactivated Clostridioides (Clostridium) difficile 027-NAP1-B1 as the positive control and Clostridium sordellii as the negative control.
The Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel is not intended to replace manufacturer controls provided with the device.
Substantial Equivalence:
| Characteristic | Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel | Cepheid Xpert® GBS LB Control Panel (K182472) |
|---|---|---|
| Intended Use | The Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel is intended for use as external | The Cepheid Xpert® GBS LB Control Panel is intended for use as external assayed positive and negative quality |
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| | assayed positive and negative quality
controls to monitor the performance of in
vitro laboratory nucleic acid testing
procedures for the qualitative detection of
Clostridioides (Clostridium) difficile
performed with the Cepheid Xpert® C.
difficile/Epi assay on the GeneXpert® Dx
System. The controls comprise cultured
and inactivated Clostridioides (Clostridium)
difficile 027-NAP1-B1 as the positive
control and Clostridium sordellii as the
negative control.
The Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control
Panel is not intended to replace
manufacturer controls provided with the
device. | control materials to monitor the
performance of in vitro laboratory
nucleic acid testing procedures for the
qualitative detection of Group B
Streptococcus (GBS) performed with
the Cepheid Xpert® GBS LB Assay on
the GeneXpert® Instrument System. The
controls comprise cultured and
inactivated Streptococcus agalactiae as
the positive control and Lactobacillus
acidophilus as the negative control.
The Cepheid Xpert® GBS LB Control
Panel is not intended to replace
manufacturer controls provided with the
device. |
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| Physical Format | Lyophilized swab | Lyophilized swab |
| Composition | Inactivated microorganisms | Inactivated microorganisms |
| Analytes | Clostridioides difficile (tcdB, binary toxin,
tcdC)
Clostridium sordellii | Streptococcus agalactiae
Lactobacillus acidophilus |
| Test System | Cepheid GeneXpert® System | Cepheid GeneXpert® System |
| Directions for Use | Process like patient sample | Process like patient sample |
| Assay Steps | Extraction, amplification, and detection | Extraction, amplification, detection |
| Monitored | | |
Summary of Performance Data:
A precision and reproducibility study was conducted to determine device performance. Three different testing locations were used. Six different operators (2 at each facility) and 3 different lots of the Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi Control Panel were tested over five days. Each operator performed a minimum of 3 tests (1 per lot) on 5 different days. All testing was performed on a GeneXpert® Dx System using the Cepheid Xpert® C. difficile/Epi assay.
| Positive
| Analyte | Agreement (%) by Test Site/GeneXpert® System | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 1 | Site 21 | Site 3 | Overall | |
| Clostridioides difficile | ||||
| (tcdB/binary toxin/tcdC) | 30/30 | |||
| (100) | 31/31 | |||
| (100) | 30/30 | |||
| (100) | 91/91 | |||
| (100) |
1 One ERROR response was observed; a new control was retested and the expected results were obtained.
| Negative
| Analyte | Agreement (%) by Test Site/GeneXpert® System | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 1 | Site 21 | Site 3 | Overall | |
| Clostridium sordellii | 30/30 | |||
| (100) | 31/31 | |||
| (100) | 30/30 | |||
| (100) | 91/91 | |||
| (100) |
1 Two ERROR responses were observed; a new control was retested and the expected results were obtained.
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| Site | Mean Ct (%CV) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tcdB | Binary Toxin | tcdC | SPC 1 | |
| 1 | 29.5 (2.6) | 29.0 (2.5) | 28.8 (2.5) | 32.7 (2.1) |
| 2 | 29.7 (2.2) | 29.2 (2.1) | 29.1 (2.1) | 32.3 (1.6) |
| 3 | 29.3 (1.5) | 28.7 (1.6) | 28.6 (1.6) | 32.5 (2.0) |
| All Sites | 29.5 (2.2) | 28.9 (2.2) | 28.8 (2.2) | 32.5 (2.0) |
%CV: Percent Coefficient of Variation; SPC: Sample Processing Control
%CV: Percent Coefficient of Variation; SPC: Sample Processing Control
¹ The values shown for the SPC are only for testing performed with Negative Controls
Conclusion
The submitted information in this premarket notification is complete and supports a substantial equivalence decision.