FDA product code PQZ: Gbs Culture Media, Selective And Differential

PQZ is the FDA product code for gbs culture media, selective and differential. It is a Class I device, regulated under 21 CFR 866.2360 and reviewed by the Microbiology panel. FDA has cleared 4 510(k) submissions under PQZ, from 2 different applicants. The average 510(k) review took 88 days (median 88). FDA has posted 3 recalls for PQZ devices, 1 initiated in the last five years.

Definition

Culture Medium for GBS Detection

Classification

FieldValue
Device nameGbs Culture Media, Selective And Differential
Device classClass I
Regulation21 CFR 866.2360
Review panelMI — Microbiology
Medical specialtyMicrobiology
Premarket route510(k)
Third-party 510(k) review eligibleYes

510(k) clearances per year for PQZ

YearClearancesAvg. review days
2017387
2018190

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Top PQZ applicants

ApplicantClearancesLatest
Hardy Diagnostics32018-03-22
bioMerieux, Inc.12017-01-27

Most recent PQZ clearances

510(k)ApplicantDeviceDecision dateReview days
K173903Hardy DiagnosticsGranada Medium2018-03-2290
K170586Hardy DiagnosticsStrep B Carrot Broth One-Step2017-05-2283
K170481Hardy DiagnosticsStrep B Carrot Broth Kit2017-05-1689
K163042bioMerieux, Inc.chromID Strepto B agar2017-01-2788

Recalls for PQZ devices

3 product recalls in 3 recall events; 1 initiated in the last five years and 1 still open. Most recent: 2022-11-09.

YearRecalls
20202
20221

Frequently asked questions

What is FDA product code PQZ?

PQZ is the FDA product code for gbs culture media, selective and differential. It is a Class I device, regulated under 21 CFR 866.2360 and reviewed by the Microbiology panel.

What device class is PQZ?

Class I, regulation 21 CFR 866.2360. Typical premarket route: 510(k).

How long does a 510(k) take for product code PQZ?

Across 4 cleared submissions the average was 88 days from receipt to decision (median 88).

Which companies have the most PQZ clearances?

Hardy Diagnostics (3); bioMerieux, Inc. (1).

Have PQZ devices been recalled?

Yes: 3 product recalls across 3 recall events; the most recent began 2022-11-09.

Next steps

Source: openFDA device classification, 510(k), PMA, De Novo and recall data (public domain). Review days run from FDA receipt to decision. Not regulatory advice.

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