Cleared Special

K250324 - QIAstat-Dx GI Panel 2 Mini B (FDA 510(k) Clearance)

Class II Microbiology device cleared through the Special 510(k) pathway - typically does not require clinical trials.

K250324 · QIAGEN GmbH · Microbiology device
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Feb 2025
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K250324 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the QIAstat-Dx GI Panel 2 Mini B. Classified as Gastrointestinal Pathogen Panel Multiplex Nucleic Acid-based Assay System (product code PCH), Class II - Special Controls.

Submitted by QIAGEN GmbH (Hilden, DE). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on February 28, 2025 after a review of 23 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.

This device falls under the Microbiology FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 866.3990 - 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.

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Submission Details

510(k) Number K250324 FDA.gov
FDA Decision Cleared Substantially Equivalent - Traditional 510(k) (SESE)
Date Received February 05, 2025
Decision Date February 28, 2025
Days to Decision 23 days
Submission Type Special
Review Panel Microbiology (MI)
Summary Summary PDF
Third-party Review No - reviewed directly by FDA
Combination Product No
PCCP Authorized No
Regulatory Context
Review time vs. panel average
79d faster than avg
Panel avg: 102d · This submission: 23d
Pathway characteristics
Modification to existing cleared device.

Device Classification

Product Code PCH Gastrointestinal Pathogen Panel Multiplex Nucleic Acid-based Assay System
Device Class Class 2 - Special Controls
CFR Regulation 21 CFR 866.3990
Definition A Gastrointestinal Pathogen Panel Multiplex Nucleic Acid Assay Is A Qualitative In Vitro Diagnostic Device Intended To Simultaneously Detect And Identify Multiple Gastrointestinal Microbial Nucleic Acids Extracted From Human Stool Specimens. The Detection And Identification Of A Specific Gastrointestinal Microbial Nucleic Acid From Individuals Exhibiting Signs And/or Symptoms Of Gastrointestinal Infection Aids In The Diagnosis Of Gastrointestinal Infection When Used In Conjunction With Clinical Evaluation And Other Laboratory Findings.
What this classification means

Class II devices require demonstration of substantial equivalence to a legally marketed predicate device. This pathway does not require clinical trials - it relies on engineering equivalence and performance data. Most Microbiology devices follow this clearance model.

Regulatory Consultant

STAT-Dx Life, S.L. (A QIAGEN Company)
Sonia Pablo

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