K042357 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the IDI-MRSA ASSAY. Classified as System, Nucleic Acid Amplification Test, Dna, Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus, Direct Specimen (product code NQX), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Infectio Diagnostic (I.D.I.), Inc. (Hydes, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on October 22, 2004 after a review of 52 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the Microbiology FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 866.1640 - the FDA microbiology device framework. As a Special 510(k), this submission covers a manufacturer modification to an existing cleared device rather than a new device introduction.
Device pattern: Iterative device modification. Low regulatory complexity profile. This Special 510(k) clearance confirms that the manufacturer's modifications remained within the established regulatory envelope of the original cleared device.