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FDA PMA

Immunohistochemistry assay, antibody, programmed death-ligand 1

PMA Number: P160002 · 2016-12-21

Decision Date2016-12-21
PMA NumberP160002
Product CodePLS
Device ClassClass 3
Medical SpecialtyU
Advisory CommitteePA

Device Summary

Immunohistochemistry assay, antibody, programmed death-ligand 1 is a medical device manufactured by Ventana Medical Systems, Inc.. It received FDA Premarket Approval (PMA) on 2016-12-21 under PMA number P160002. The device is classified under FDA product code PLS. It was reviewed by the PA advisory panel. This device is classified as Class III by the FDA. Class III devices subject to the most stringent regulatory controls. These devices generally require premarket approval (PMA) because they support or sustain human life, are of substantial importance in preventing impairment of human health, or present a potential unreasonable risk of illness or injury. PMA is the most stringent type of device marketing application required by the FDA. The device falls under the medical specialty of U. Unlike 510(k) clearance, which demonstrates substantial equivalence to a predicate device, PMA requires the manufacturer to submit clinical trial data demonstrating the safety and effectiveness of the device. PMA is generally required for Class III devices that support or sustain human life, are of substantial importance in preventing impairment of human health, or present a potential unreasonable risk of illness or injury.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Immunohistochemistry assay, antibody, programmed death-ligand 1?

Immunohistochemistry assay, antibody, programmed death-ligand 1 is a medical device that received FDA Premarket Approval (PMA) on 2016-12-21. It is manufactured by Ventana Medical Systems, Inc.. The PMA number is P160002.

When did Immunohistochemistry assay, antibody, programmed death-ligand 1 receive FDA PMA approval?

Immunohistochemistry assay, antibody, programmed death-ligand 1 received FDA PMA approval on 2016-12-21, under approval number P160002.

What company makes Immunohistochemistry assay, antibody, programmed death-ligand 1?

Immunohistochemistry assay, antibody, programmed death-ligand 1 is manufactured by Ventana Medical Systems, Inc..

What is the difference between PMA and 510(k)?

PMA (Premarket Approval) is the FDA process for evaluating Class III medical devices. Unlike 510(k) clearance, which demonstrates substantial equivalence to a predicate device, PMA requires the manufacturer to provide clinical data proving safety and effectiveness. PMA is the most stringent type of device marketing application required by the FDA.

What is the FDA product code for Immunohistochemistry assay, antibody, programmed death-ligand 1?

The FDA product code for Immunohistochemistry assay, antibody, programmed death-ligand 1 is PLS.

What FDA device class is Immunohistochemistry assay, antibody, programmed death-ligand 1?

Immunohistochemistry assay, antibody, programmed death-ligand 1 is classified as Class III by the FDA.

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