ElecsysCYFRA211 1
ElecsysCYFRA211 1
ElecsysCYFRA211 1
cobas e 411
11820966119 11820966500 100 cobas e 601
cobas e 602
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System information
For cobas e 411 analyzer: test number 370 Test principle
For cobas e 601 and cobas e 602 analyzers: Application Code Sandwich principle. Total duration of assay: 18 minutes.
Number 063 ▪ 1st incubation: 20 µL of sample, a biotinylated monoclonal
Please note cytokeratin 19‑specific antibody, and a monoclonal
cytokeratin 19‑specific antibody labeled with a ruthenium complexa) form
The measured CYFRA 21‑1 value of a patient’s sample can vary a sandwich complex.
depending on the testing procedure used. The laboratory finding must ▪ 2nd incubation: After addition of streptavidin-coated microparticles, the
therefore always contain a statement on the CYFRA 21‑1 assay method complex becomes bound to the solid phase via interaction of biotin and
used. CYFRA 21‑1 values determined on patient samples by different streptavidin.
testing procedures cannot be directly compared with one another and ▪ The reaction mixture is aspirated into the measuring cell where the
could be the cause of erroneous medical interpretations. If there is a microparticles are magnetically captured onto the surface of the
change in the CYFRA 21‑1 assay procedure used while monitoring electrode. Unbound substances are then removed with
ProCell/ProCell M. Application of a voltage to the electrode then induces
therapy, then the CYFRA 21‑1 values obtained upon changing over to the chemiluminescent emission which is measured by a photomultiplier.
new procedure must be confirmed by parallel measurements with both
methods. ▪ Results are determined via a calibration curve which is instrument-
specifically generated by 2‑point calibration and a master curve provided
Intended use via the reagent barcode or e‑barcode.
Immunoassay for the in vitro quantitative determination of fragments of a) Tris(2,2'-bipyridyl)ruthenium(II)-complex (Ru(bpy) )
cytokeratin 19 in human serum and plasma. Reagents - working solutions
The reagent rackpack is labeled as CYFRA.
The assay is to be used as an aid in monitoring disease progression
during the course of disease and treatment in lung cancer patients. Serial M Streptavidin-coated microparticles (transparent cap), 1 bottle, 6.5 mL:
testing for patient CYFRA 21-1 assay values should be used in
conjunction with other clinical methods used for monitoring lung cancer. Streptavidin-coated microparticles 0.72 mg/mL; preservative.
R1 Anti-cytokeratin 19‑Ab~biotin (gray cap), 1 bottle, 10 mL:
The electrochemiluminescence immunoassay “ECLIA” is intended for use
on Elecsys and cobas e immunoassay analyzers. Biotinylated monoclonal anti‑cytokeratin 19 antibody (KS 19.1;
mouse) 1.5 mg/L, phosphate buffer 100 mmol/L, pH 7.2; preservative.
Note: Please note that the catalogue number appearing on the package R2 Anti-cytokeratin 19‑Ab~Ru(bpy) (black cap), 1 bottle, 10 mL:
insert retains only the first 8 digits of the licensed 11-digit Catalogue Monoclonal anti‑cytokeratin 19 antibody (BM 19.21; mouse) labeled
Number: 11820966122 for the Elecsys CYFRA 21-1 assay. The last 3
digits -122 have been replaced by -119 for logistic purposes with ruthenium complex 2 mg/L; phosphate buffer 100 mmol/L,
pH 7.2; preservative.
Summary Precautions and warnings
Cytokeratins are structural proteins forming the subunits of epithelial For in vitro diagnostic use.
intermediary filaments. Twenty different cytokeratins have so far been Exercise the normal precautions required for handling all laboratory
identified, CYFRA 21‑1 which is a fragment of cytokeratin 19, being the reagents.
most prominent one. Intact cytokeratin polypeptides are poorly soluble, but Disposal of all waste material should be in accordance with local guidelines.
soluble fragments like CYFRA 21‑1, are frequently released into the blood Safety data sheet available for professional user on request.
of cancer patients and can be detected in serum.1 Although being
expressed in different organs, its major occurrence is in the lung. This kit contains components classified as follows in accordance with the
CYFRA 21‑1 can be considered as the biomarker of choice for non-small Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008:
cell lung cancer (primarily for squamous cell and large cell carcinoma 2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one hydrochloride
subtypes).2,3,4,5,6 In adenocarcinoma of the lung, a combination of
CYFRA 21‑1 and Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) has been found to be EUH 208 May produce an allergic reaction.
the most useful.7,8 Product safety labeling follows EU GHS guidance.
The main indication for CYFRA 21‑1 is monitoring the course of NSCLC.9 Avoid foam formation in all reagents and sample types (specimens,
Successful therapy is accompanied by a rapid decrease of serum levels to calibrators and controls).
the normal range.9,10
Increased CYFRA 21‑1 levels have also been described in non-malignant Reagent handling
diseases (i.e. pneumonia, sepsis)11,12,13 and renal dysfunction.14 Therefore The reagents in the kit have been assembled into a ready‑for‑use unit that
evaluation of renal function (i.e. by measuring serum creatinine levels) cannot be separated.
should be considered in cases of high CYFRA 21‑1 levels that are not All information required for correct operation is read in from the respective
consistent with the diagnostic and clinical characteristics of the patient. reagent barcodes.
With the use of two specific monoclonal antibodies (KS 19.1 and Storage and stability
BM 19.21), the Elecsys CYFRA 21‑1 assay measures a fragment of
cytokeratin 19 having a molecular weight of approximately 30000 Da.15 Store at 2‑8 °C.
Do not freeze.
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