Ortho Syphilis-G Antibody ELISA Test
by Ortho Diagnostic Systems, Inc. 510(k)
Active
510(k) K883939
Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK883939 | Date22 Dec 1988 | StatusActive |
Coverage
- Active
- Expiring
- Withdrawn
- Listed
- Not covered
United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Recalls
No FDA recalls on record, checked 22 Oct 2026.
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- LIP
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 866.3830
- Advisory Committee
- Microbiology
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 26 Sep 2026
The Ortho Syphilis-G Antibody ELISA Test is an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay designed to detect antibodies against Treponema pallidum. This test is used to aid in the diagnosis of syphilis by detecting specific antibodies in a patient's blood sample, indicating exposure to the bacterium. It serves as a valuable tool in both screening and diagnostic processes for this sexually transmitted infection.
The test is manufactured by Ortho Diagnostic Systems, Inc. and is a Class II device cleared by the FDA under 510(k) K883939. It is supplied as a laboratory test kit and is intended for professional use in clinical laboratory settings. The device is not described as single-use or reusable, and no specific information regarding sterility, MRI safety, or storage conditions is provided in the data.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 26 Sep 2026
What is the purpose of the Ortho Syphilis-G Antibody ELISA Test?
The Ortho Syphilis-G Antibody ELISA Test is designed to detect antibodies against Treponema pallidum in a patient's blood sample. It serves as a valuable tool in both screening and diagnostic processes for syphilis, indicating exposure to the bacterium that causes this sexually transmitted infection.
How is the Ortho Syphilis-G Antibody ELISA Test supplied and what is its intended use?
The test is supplied as a laboratory test kit intended for professional use in clinical laboratory settings. It is manufactured by Ortho Diagnostic Systems, Inc. and is not described as single-use or reusable in the provided information.
What is the regulatory status of the Ortho Syphilis-G Antibody ELISA Test?
The Ortho Syphilis-G Antibody ELISA Test is a Class II device cleared by the FDA under 510(k) K883939. It is substantially equivalent to other devices in its product code category LIP, which relates to laboratory immunology products.
What does the Ortho Syphilis-G Antibody ELISA Test detect and how does it aid in diagnosis?
This test detects specific antibodies against Treponema pallidum in a patient's blood sample. By identifying these antibodies, the test helps clinicians determine if a patient has been exposed to the syphilis bacterium, supporting both screening and diagnostic decisions for this sexually transmitted infection.