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The Aptima Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) assay is an in vitro qualitative nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT) for the detection of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) from Chlamydia trachomatis to aid in the diagnosis of chlamydia urogenital disease using the Panther System. The assay may be used to test the following specimens from symptomatic individuals: patient-collected vaginal swab specimens1 (in a clinical setting); and female and male urine specimens. 1 Patient-collected vaginal swab specimens are an option for screening women when a pelvic exam is not otherwise indicated. The Aptima Multitest Swab Specimen Collection Kit has not been evaluated for home use.

The Aptima Chlamydia trachomatis assay (Aptima CT assay) is a target amplification nucleic acid probe test for in vitro qualitative detection of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) from Chlamydia trachomatis (CT). The Aptima CT assay combines the technologies of target capture, transcription-mediated amplification (TMA), and hybridization protection assay (HPA). Specimens are collected and transferred into their respective specimen transport tubes. The transport solution in these tubes releases the rRNA target and protects it from degradation during storage. When the Aptima CT assay is performed in the laboratory, the target rRNA molecule is isolated from the specimens by use of a capture oligomer via target capture that utilizes magnetic microparticles. The capture oligomer contains a sequence complementary to a specific region of the target molecule as well as a string of deoxyadenosine residues. During the hybridization step, the sequence specific region of the capture oligomer binds to a specific region of the target molecule. The capture oligomer:target complex is then captured out of solution by decreasing the temperature of the reaction to room temperature reduction allows hybridization to occur between the deoxyadenosine region on the capture oligomer and the polydeoxythymidine molecules that are covalently attached to the magnetic particles. The micro particles, including the captured target molecule bound to them, are pulled to the side of the reaction vessel using magnets and the supernatant is aspirated. The particles are washed to remove residual specimen matrix that may contain amplification reaction inhibitors. After the target capture steps are completed, the specimens are ready for amplification. Target amplification assays are based on the ability of complementary oligonucleotide primers to specifically anneal and allow enzymatic amplification of the target nucleic acid strands. The Hologic TMA reaction replicates a specific region of the 16S rRNA from CT via DNA intermediates. A unique set of primers is used for the target molecule. Detection of the rRNA amplification product sequences (amplicon) is achieved using nucleic acid hybridization. A single-stranded chemiluminescent DNA probe, which is complementary to a region of the target amplicon, is labeled with an acridinium ester molecule. The labeled DNA probe combines with amplicon to form stable RNA:DNA hybrids. The Selection Reagent differentiates hybridized from unhybridized probe, eliminating the generation of signal from unhybridized probe. During the detection step, light emitted from the labeled RNA:DNA hybrids is measured as photon signals in a luminometer and are reported as Relative Light Units (RLU). The device reagents are identical to the Aptima CT assay reagents for use on the Tigris DTS® system but are intended for use on the Panther system with different specimen type indications. The Panther and Tigris DTS systems use the same principles of operation.

The BD Probe Tec Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) Q* Amplified DNA Assay, when tested with either the BD Viper™ System in Extracted Mode or the BD Viper™ LT System, uses Strand Displacement Amplification technology for the direct, qualitative detection of Chlamydia trachomatis DNA in clinician-collected female endocervical and male urethral swab specimens, patient-collected vaginal swab specimens (in a clinical setting), and male and female urine specimens (both UPT and Neat). The assay is also intended for use with gynecological specimens collected in BD SurePath™ Preservative Fluid or PreservCyt™ Solution using an aliquot that is removed prior to processing for either the BD SurePath or ThinPrep™ Pap test. The assay is indicated for use with asymptomatic and symptomatic individuals to aid in the diagnosis of chlamydial urogenital disease.

The BD ProbeTec CTO Assay is based on the simultaneous amplification and detection of target DNA using amplification primers and a fluorescently-labeled detector probe The reagents for strand displacement amplification (SDA) are dried in two separate disposable microwells: the Priming Microwell contains the amplification primers, fluorescently-labeled detector probe, nucleotides and other reagents necessary for amplification, while the Amplification Microwell contains the two enzymes (a DNA polymerase and a restriction endonuclease) that are required for SDA. In alignment with the FDA Guidance Document, "Assay Migration Studies for In Vitro Diagnostic Devices, Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff", April 25, 2013 the BD ProbeTec CTQ Assay is being migrated from the existing BD Viper System operating in extracted mode (Viper XTR) to the new BD Viper LT System. The BD Viper LT System is a table-top instrument that is designed to be fully contained on a standard laboratory bench-top. The system performs automated extraction of nucleic acids from multiple specimen types in addition to amplification and detection of target nucleic acid sequences when utilized with legally marketed in vitro diagnostic assays.

The cobas® CT/NG Test is an in vitro nucleic acid amplification test that utilizes Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and nucleic acid hybridization for the qualitative detection of Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) and/or Neisseria gonormoeae (NG) DNA to aid in the diagnosis of chlamydial and gonococcal disease. The test may be used with vaginal swab specimens self-collected in a clinical setting and male urine from both symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals. Specimens to be tested should be collected in cobas® PCR Media. Ancillary Collection Kits The cobas® PCR Female Swab Sample Kit is used to collect and transport self-collected vaginal swab specimens in a clinical setting. The cobas® PCR Media serves as a nucleic acid stabilizing transport and storage medium for gynecological specimens. Use this collection kit only with the cobas CT/NG Test. NOTE: This collection kit should not be used for collection of alternative gynecological specimens. The cobas® PCR Urine Sample Kit is used to collect and transport male urine specimens. The cobas® PCR Media serves as a nucleic acid stabilizing transport and storage medium for urine specimens. Use this collection kit only with the cobas® CT/NG Test. NOTE: This collection kit should not be used for collection of female urine specimens.

The Roche Molecular Systems (RMS) cobas® CT/NG Test consists of five reagent kits: - cobas® 4800 System Sample Preparation Kit . - cobas® 4800 CT/NG Amplification/Detection Kit . - cobas® 4800 CT/NG Controls Kit . - . cobas 4800 System Wash Buffer Kit - . cobas® 4800 System Control Diluent Kit Sample Collection Kits to be used for the cobas® CT/NG Test are: - . cobas® PCR Female Swab Sample Kit - cobas® PCR Urine Sample Kit . The cobas® CT/NG Test for Chlamvdia trachomatis (CT) and Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG) is based on two major processes: (1) automated sample preparation to obtain nucleic acids. including CT and NG DNA; (2) simultaneous PCR amplification of target DNA sequences using both CT and NG specific complementary primer pairs and real-time detection of cleaved fluorescent-labeled CT and NG specific oligonucleotide detection probes. Internal control, containing CT and NG DNA, is added to all samples during automated sample preparation and is amplified and detected simultaneously with each sample to monitor the entire process. The cobas 4800 System utilizes the cobas x 480 Instrument for automated sample preparation, and the automated cobas z 480 Analyzer for automated amplification and detection. The cobas 4800 system software integrates the sample preparation with nucleic acid amplification and detection to generate test results.

The BD ProbeTecT™ Neisseria gonorrhoeae (GC) Q* Amplified DNA Assay, when tested with the BD Viper™ System in Extracted Mode, uses Strand Displacement Amplification technology for the direct, qualitative detection of Neisseria gonorrhoeae DNA in clinician-collected female endocervical and male urethral swab specimens, patient-collected vaginal swab specimens (in a clinical setting), and male and female urine specimens (both UPT and Neat). The assay is also intended for use with gynecological specimens collected in BD SurePath™ Preservative Fluid using an aliquot that is removed prior to processing for the BD SurePath™ Pap test. The assay is indicated for use with asymptomatic and symptomatic individuals to aid in the diagnosis of gonococcal urogenital disease.

The BD ProbeTec GC O* Amplified DNA Assay is based on the simultaneous amplification and detection of target DNA using amplification primers and a fluorescently-labeled detector probe. The reagents for SDA are dried in two separate disposable microwells: the Priming Microwell contains the amplification primers, fluorescently-labeled detector probe, nucleotides and other reagents necessary for amplification, while the Amplification Microwell contains the two enzymes (a DNA polymerase and a restriction endonuclease) that are required for SDA. The BD Viper™ System pipettes a portion of the purified DNA solution from each Extraction Tube into a Priming Microwell to rehydrate the contents. After a brief incubation, the reaction mixture is transferred to a corresponding, pre-warmed Amplification Microwell which is sealed to prevent contamination and then incubated in one of the two thermally-controlled fluorescent readers. The presence or absence of N. gonorrhoeae DNA is determined by calculating the peak fluorescence (Maximum Relative Fluorescent Units (MaxRFU)) over the course of the amplification process and by comparing this measurement to a predetermined threshold value. In addition to the fluorescent probe used to detect amplified N. gonorrhoeae target DNA, a second labeled oligonucleotide is incorporated in each reaction. The Extraction Control (EC) oligonucleotide is labeled with a different dye than that used for detection of the N. gonorrhoeae -specific target and is used to confirm the validity of the extraction process. The EC is dried in the Extraction Tubes and is rehydrated upon addition of the specimen and extraction reagents. At the end of the extraction process, the EC fluorescence is monitored by the BD Viper System and an automated algorithm is applied to both the EC and N. gonorrhoeae -specific signals to report results as positive, negative, or EC failure.

The BD ProbeTec™ Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) Q* Amplified DNA Assay, when tested with the BD Viper™ System in Extracted Mode, uses Strand Displacement Amplification technology for the direct, qualitative detection of Chlamydia trachomatis DNA in clinician-collected female endocervical and male urethral swab specimens, patient-collected vaginal swab specimens (in a clinical setting), and male and female urine specimens (both UPT and Neat). The assay is also intended for use with gynecological specimens collected in PreservCyt® Solution using an aliquot that is removed prior to processing for additional gynecological testing. The assay is indicated for use with asymptomatic and symptomatic individuals to aid in the diagnosis of chlamydial urogenital disease. The BD Viper System, when used with the BD ProbeTec amplified nucleic assay(s), is intended for the in vitro detection of targeted organisms from specimens as identified in the assay-specific reagent package insert(s).

The BD ProbeTec CT Q* Amplified DNA Assay is based on the simultaneous amplification and detection of target DNA using amplification primers and a fluorescently-labeled detector probe (8, 9). The reagents for SDA are dried in two separate disposable microwells: the Priming Microwell contains the amplification primers, fluorescently-labeled detector probe, nucleotides and other reagents necessary for amplification, while the Amplification Microwell contains the two enzymes (a DNA polymerase and a restriction endonuclease) that are required for SDA. The BD Viper™ System pipettes a portion of the purified DNA solution from each Extraction Tube into a Priming Microwell to rehydrate the contents. After a brief incubation, the reaction mixture is transferred to a corresponding, pre-warmed Amplification Microwell which is sealed to prevent contamination and then incubated in one of the two thermally-controlled fluorescent readers. The presence or absence of C. trachomatis DNA is determined by calculating the peak fluorescence (Maximum Relative Fluorescent Units (MaxRFU)) over the course of the amplification process and by comparing this measurement to a predetermined threshold value. In addition to the fluorescent probe used to detect amplified C. trachomatis target DNA, a second labeled oligonucleotide is incorporated in each reaction. The Extraction Control (EC) oligonucleotide is labeled with a different dye than that used for detection of the C. trachomatisspecific target and is used to confirm the validity of the extraction process. The EC is dried in the Extraction Tubes and is rehydrated upon addition of the specimen and extraction reagents. At the end of the extraction process, the EC fluorescence is monitored by the BD Viper System and an automated algorithm is applied to both the EC and C. trachomatis-specific signals to report results as positive, negative, or EC failure.

The BD ProbeTec Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) Q* Amplified DNA Assay, when tested with the BD Viper™ System in Extracted Mode, uses Strand Displacement Amplification (SDA) technology for the direct, qualitative detection of Chlamydia trachomatis DNA in cliniciancollected female endocervical and male urethral swabs, patient-collected vaginal swab specimens (in a clinical setting), and female and male urine specimens. The assay is indicated for use with asymptomatic and symptomatic individuals to aid in the diagnosis of chlamydial urogenital disease.

The BD ProbeTec CT Q Amplified DNA Assay is based on the simultaneous amplification and detection of target DNA using amplification primers and a fluorescently-labeled detector probe. The reagents for SDA are dried in two separate disposable microwells: the Priming Microwell contains the amplification primers, fluorescently-labeled detector probe, nucleotides and other reagents necessary for amplification, while the Amplification Microwell contains the two enzymes (a DNA polymerase and a restriction endonuclease) that are required for SDA. The BD Viper™ System pipettes a portion of the purified DNA solution from each Extraction Tube into a Priming Microwell to rehydrate the contents. After a brief incubation, the reaction mixture is transferred to a corresponding, pre-warmed Amplification Microwell which is sealed to prevent contamination and then incubated in one of the two thermallycontrolled fluorescent readers. The presence or absence of C. trachomatis DNA is determined by calculating the peak fluorescence (Maximum Relative Fluorescent Units (MaxRFU)) over the course of the amplification process and by comparing this measurement to a predetermined threshold value. In addition to the fluorescent probe used to detect amplified C. trachomatis target DNA, a second labeled oligonucleotide is incorporated in each reaction. The Extraction Control (EC) oligonucleotide is labeled with a different dye than that used for detection of the C. trachomatis-specific target and is used to confirm the validity of the extraction process. The EC is dried in the Extraction Tubes and is rehydrated upon addition of the specimen and extraction reagents. At the end of the extraction process, the EC fluorescence is monitored by the BD Viper System and an automated algorithm is applied to both the EC and C. trachomatis-specific signals to report results as positive, negative, or EC failure.

The Abbott RealTime CT/NG assay is an in vitro polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assay for the direct, qualitative detection of the plasmid DNA of Chlamydia trachomatis and the genomic DNA of Neisseria gonorrhoeae. The assay may be used to test the following specimens from symptomatic individuals: clinician-collected vaginal swab and male urethral swab specimens; patient-collected vaginal swab specimens; and female and male urine specimens. The assay may be used to test the following specimens from asymptomatic individuals: male and female urine. The Abbott multi-Collect Specimen Collection Kit is intended for the collection and transportation of malc and female swab and urine specimens for the detection of Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrheae per instructions provided. Self-collected vaginal swab specimens are an option for screening women when a pelvic exam is not otherwise indicated. The Abbott multi-Collect Specimen Collection Kit is not intended for home use.

Abbott RealTime CT/NG consists of two reagent kits: - . Abbott RealTime CT/NG Amplification Reagent Kit (List No. 8L07-90) - Abbott RealTime CT/NG Control Kit (List No. 8L07-80) . The Abbott RealTime CT/NG assay uses PCR technology with homogenous real-time fluorescence detection on the m2000 System. The Abbott m2000 System consists of the Abbott m2000sp and Abbott m2000rt instruments. The Abbott m2000 System integrates sample preparation with nucleic acid amplification and detection to generate assay rcsults. The Abbott m2000sp is used for processing samples and the Abbott m2000rt is used for amplification and detection. The Abbott multi-Collect Specimen Collection Kit can be used to collect either a swab or a urine specimen. Each Abbott multi -Collect Specimen Collection Kit (List No. 9K12) contains: - One Transport Tube containing 1.2 mL Specimen Transport Buffer . - . One Individually Packaged Sterile Specimen Collection Swab (Part No. CD650) - . One disposable transfer pipette. The Specimen Transport Buffer consists of guanidine thiocyanate, a chaotropic salt, in Tris buffer and is used to stabilize DNA until sample preparation. The individually packaged sterile Specimen Collection Swab is used for swab sample collection and placed directly into the Transport Tube. The transfer pipette is used to add approximately 3 mL of urine to the Transport Tube. The Abbott multi -Collect Specimen Collection Kit is for single use only.

The AMPLICOR CT/NG test for Chlamydia trachomatis is a qualitative in vitro test for the detection of C. trachomatis DNA in urine from symptomatic or asymptomatic males, in endocervical swab specimens from symptomatic or asymptomatic females, and in urethral swab specimens from symptomatic males as evidence infection with C. trachomatis. C. trachomatis DNA is detected by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) amplification of target DNA and by hybridization capture of amplified target using the AMPLICOR analyzer. Roche Scripts for AMPLICOR CT/NG Test: The Roche Scripts for AMPLICOR CT/NG Test are intended to provide software scripts to direct the automated Tecan Genesis RSP 150 Workstation to process swab samples or control material for analysis using either of the following 510(k)-cleared assay test systems: - AMPLICOR® CT/NG test for Chlamydia trachomatis - AMPLICOR® CT/NG test for Neisseria gonorrhoeae Sample and control preparation can either be accomplished manually or automated using the optional Roche Scripts for AMPLICOR CT/NG Test accessory to direct the Tecan Genesis RSP 150 workstation. Urine specimens are not indicated for use with the automated sample preparation option.

The AMPLICOR CT/NG test for Chlamydia trachomatis is a qualitative in vitro test for the detection of C. trachomatis DNA in urine from symptomatic or asymptomatic males, in endocervical swab specimens from symptomatic or asymptomatic females, and in urethral swab specimens from symptomatic males as evidence infection with C. trachomatis. C. trachomatis DNA is detected by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) amplification of target DNA and by hybridization capture of amplified target using the AMPLICOR analyzer. The Roche Scripts for AMPLICOR CT/NG Test accessory consists of a compact disc (CDs) containing scripts to direct the automated Tecan Genesis RSP 150 workstation to process swab samples or control material for analysis.

The GEN-PROBE APTIMA® Assay for Chlamydia trachomatis is a target amplification nucleic acid probe test that utilizes target capture for the in vitro qualitative detection of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) from Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) to aid in the diagnosis of chlamydial urogenital disease using the TIGRIS® DTS® Automated Analyzer or semiautomated instrumentation as specified. The assay may be used to test the following specimens from symptomatic individuals: clinician-collected endocervical, vaginal and male urethral swab specimens and female and male urine specimens. The assay may be used to test the following specimens from asymptomatic individuals: clinician-collected endocervical, vaginal and male urethral swab specimens, patient-collected vaginal swab specimens, and female and male urine specimens. The assay is also intended for use with the testing of gynecological specimens, from both symptomatic and asymptomatic patients collected in the PreservCyt® Solution and processed with the Cytyc ThinPrep® 2000 System.

Clearance of this premarket notification extends the clinical performance claims of the commercially available GEN-PROBE®APTIMA® Assay for Chlamydia trachomatis with the testing of gynecological specimens collected in the PreservCyt® Solution and processed with the Cytyc ThinPrep® 2000 System, for use on the TIGRIS® DTS® System. The ancillary kit for this application is commercially available as the GEN-PROBE APTIMA Specimen Transfer Kit. The components of the APTIMA Specimen Transfer Kit include: (1) a transport tube containing transport media with a penetrable cap and (2) specific instructions for ruse regarding decontamination and specimen processing procedures. The APTIMA Transfer Kit may only be used in conjunction with the APTIMA Assays.

The APTIMA Assay for Chlamydia trachomatis is a target amplification nucleix acid probe test that utilizes target capture for the in vitro qualitative detection of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) from Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) in clinician-collected endocervical, vaginal and male urethral swab specimens, patient-collected vaginal swab specimens1, and female and male urine specimens. The assay may be used to test specimens from symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals to aid in the diagnosis of chlamydial urogenital disease using the TIGRIS DTS Automated Analyzer or semi-automated instrumentation as specified. 1 Patient-collected vaginal swab specimens are an option for screening women when a pelvic exam is not otherwise indicated. The vaginal swab specimen collection kit is not for home use.

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