FDAFinal Rule
Medical Devices; Immunology and Microbiology Devices; Classification of the Anti-Phospholipase A2 Receptor Immunological Test System
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Summary
The FDA has officially classified a new blood test that detects antibodies against a protein called anti-phospholipase A2 receptor, which helps doctors diagnose a kidney disease called membranous nephropathy. This classification allows the test to be legally sold and used in medical labs, making it easier for patients to get accurate diagnoses for this serious kidney condition.
Key Points
- 1The FDA classified a new immunological blood test designed to detect anti-phospholipase A2 receptor antibodies, which are a marker for a specific type of kidney disease
- 2This classification allows manufacturers to legally produce and sell the test to hospitals and diagnostic laboratories across the United States
- 3Patients with suspected membranous nephropathy (an autoimmune kidney disease) can now access this test to help their doctors make faster and more accurate diagnoses
- 4The test helps distinguish between different types of kidney disease, which is important because treatment depends on the correct diagnosis
- 5This regulation applies to medical device manufacturers and clinical laboratories that perform immunological testing
Key Dates
Published
August 21, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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