Sopheia/MP Digitoxin EIA Kit
by Diagnostic Products Corp. 510(k)
Active
510(k) K842578
Overview
The Sopheia/MP Digitoxin EIA Kit is an enzyme immunoassay (EIA) device designed for the quantitative measurement of digitoxin in biological samples. As classified under the nomenclature for toxicology assays, it facilitates the detection and analysis of cardiac glycoside toxicity, aiding clinical toxicology evaluations.
This kit is supplied as a single-use diagnostic reagent intended for use in clinical laboratory settings. It is regulated under FDA 510(k) clearance (K842578) and falls under product code LFM, designated for toxicology devices. No information regarding sterility, MRI safety, or reusable components is provided in the specifications.
Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK842578 | Date12 Aug 1984 | StatusActive |
Coverage
- Active
- Expiring
- Withdrawn
- Listed
- Not known
- Not covered
United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Recalls
No FDA recalls on record, checked 6 Oct 2026.
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- LFM
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 862.3300
- Advisory Committee
- Clinical Toxicology
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
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Questions
What clinical area is the Sopheia/MP Digitoxin EIA Kit primarily used for, and why is this important for laboratories?
The Sopheia/MP Digitoxin EIA Kit is designed for clinical toxicology evaluations, specifically to measure digitoxin levels in biological samples. This is critical for assessing cardiac glycoside toxicity, helping clinicians monitor patients who may have ingested or been prescribed digitoxin—commonly used to treat heart conditions like atrial fibrillation or heart failure. Since digitoxin toxicity can lead to serious complications like arrhythmias or renal issues, accurate measurement supports informed treatment decisions.
Is this kit intended for single-use or repeated testing, and how does that affect workflow in a clinical lab?
The kit is explicitly labeled as a single-use diagnostic reagent, meaning each kit is intended for one testing cycle only. This design ensures consistency and reliability in results, as reuse could introduce contamination or variability. For labs, this means each test requires a fresh kit, which may impact inventory management and workflow planning, particularly in high-volume settings where multiple digitoxin measurements are needed.
What regulatory pathway does the Sopheia/MP Digitoxin EIA Kit follow, and what does that mean for its use in a lab?
The kit follows the FDA 510(k) clearance pathway, with a decision code of *SESE* (Substantially Equivalent) under the traditional review process. This classification means the device was determined to be comparable to a legally marketed predicate device in terms of technology and safety. For labs, this indicates the kit has undergone FDA review for its intended use in toxicology assays, providing confidence in its compliance with U.S. regulatory standards for diagnostic accuracy and performance.
Are there multiple versions or sizes of this kit, and if so, how might that affect testing flexibility?
The data includes multiple FEI numbers (e.g., 3012963943, 3010825766), which typically correspond to different lot or variant identifiers in FDA records. While these don’t explicitly describe