Atellica Im Anti-Hepatitis B Surface Antigen 2 AHBS2 Assay
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics
FDA Clearance Information
The Atellica IM Anti-Hepatitis B Surface Antigen 2 Assay, manufactured by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, was cleared by the FDA on April 27, 2021, under PMA P100039. It is classified as a Class 2 device.
What It Is
FDA-Cleared Indications
- Detection of hepatitis B surface antigen in human blood samples using the Atellica IM Analyzer.
- Use as an in vitro diagnostic assay in clinical laboratory testing for hepatitis B surface antigen.
Clinical Applications
- Laboratory testing of blood samples for hepatitis B surface antigen.
- Hepatitis B screening performed according to the assay’s laboratory labeling and institutional protocols.
- Testing ordered when hepatitis B infection is being evaluated.
Practical Considerations
- This is a laboratory assay, not an implantable or therapeutic device, and it is not used during an interventional procedure.
- The assay is intended for use with the Siemens Atellica IM Analyzer platform and compatible laboratory supplies.
- Specimen collection, handling, storage, calibration, quality control and result interpretation should follow the current manufacturer’s instructions.
- Results should be interpreted with clinical findings and other hepatitis B tests; a reactive or nonreactive result alone does not establish the complete clinical status of infection.
- The assay has no MRI-safety classification because it is an in vitro diagnostic test rather than a device placed in or on the patient.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Atellica IM Anti-Hepatitis B Surface Antigen 2 Assay used for?
It is used to detect hepatitis B surface antigens in blood samples, aiding in the diagnosis and monitoring of hepatitis B infections.
What specialties typically use this device?
This assay is typically used by laboratory professionals in clinical pathology and infectious disease specialties.
What are the FDA-cleared indications?
The assay is cleared for detecting hepatitis B surface antigens in patients, which helps identify active hepatitis B infections.