Product code PGH— Microbiology

SIMPLEXA HSV 1&2 DIRECT

Classification name
Hsv-1 And Hsv-2 Cns Nucleic-Acid Based Panel
Device class
Class 2
Regulation
21 CFR 866.3307
Advisory panel
Microbiology
Total cleared
3
First cleared
Most recent

FDA classification definition

“Intended for the qualitative detection and differentiation of HSV-1 and HSV-2 in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from patients with signs and symptoms of Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) central nervous system (CNS) infection. This test is an aid in the diagnosis of HSV-1 and HSV-2 CNS infections in conjunction with other clinical and laboratory findings. Negative results do not preclude HSV-1 or HSV-2 infection and should not be used as the sole basis for treatment or other patient management decisions.”

— U.S. Food and Drug Administration, device classification record for product code PGH under 21 CFR 866.3307, via openFDA

Market context for product code PGH

FDA has cleared 3 devices under product code PGH between 2014 and 2025, filed by 2 applicant companies. No FDA device recalls reference this product code. Class II devices are moderate-risk and subject to general and special controls; most reach market through 510(k) clearance by demonstrating substantial equivalence to a predicate device.

Clearances per year

Top applicants under product code PGH

Recent clearances under product code PGH

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