510(k) · Cleared
ClearedFilmArray Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) Panel for use with FilmArray Torch
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Biofire Diagnostics, LLC · PLO Meningitis/Encephalitis Pathogen Multiplex Nucleic Acid Detection System
Cleared on Mar 17, 2016 as substantially equivalent to DEN150013 (Biofire Diagnostics, LLC, 2015) after a 27-day review. Its family tree reaches back 1 generation to 2015. 2 later devices descend from it.
- Decided
- Mar 17, 2016
- Review
- 27 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- PLO
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 1
Its longest line of descent runs back 1 generation to DEN150013 (2015). 2 later devices descend from it, 2 citing it directly.
- Root · 1 generation backDEN150013 FilmArray Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) PanelBiofire Diagnostics, LLC · 2015
- This deviceK160462 FilmArray Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) Panel for use with FilmArray…Biofire Diagnostics, LLC · 2016
- Descendant · cites it directly · 0 of its ownK242256 QIAstat-Dx Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) PanelQIAGEN GmbH · 2024
- Descendant · cites it directly · 0 of its ownK190219 Simplexa VZV Direct, Simplexa VZV Positive Control PackDiasorin Molecular, LLC · 2019 · Recalled
Most influential descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −1 | DEN150013 | FilmArray Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) Panel | Biofire Diagnostics, LLC | 2015 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K160462 | FilmArray Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) Panel for use with FilmArray Torch | Biofire Diagnostics, LLC | 2016 | — |
| +1 | K242256 | QIAstat-Dx Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) Panel | QIAGEN GmbH | 2024 | — |
| +1 | K190219 | Simplexa VZV Direct, Simplexa VZV Positive Control Pack | Diasorin Molecular, LLC | 2019 | 1 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA summary (predicates and indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
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Top candidate predicates for a new PLO device
- #1 K242256 QIAstat-Dx Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) Panelscore 8.6 · 2 generations · no Class I recall
What was it cleared against? (1)
Devices the submitter claimed this one is substantially equivalent to (*), and reference devices cited for a specific test or feature (†), as written in the FDA summary.
| Type | Number | Device | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | DEN150013 | FilmArray Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) PanelSummary page 5…s/Encephalitis (ME) Panel Classification Name: 21 CFR 866.3970 – Device to detect and identify microbial pathogen nucleic acids in cerebrospinal fluid. Predicate Device: DEN150013 – FilmArray Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) Panel Intended Use: The FilmArray Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) Panel is a qualitative m… | 2015 |
What descends from it? (2)
2 later devices cite it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- Its one ancestor has no recall.
- Of its descendants, K242256 (QIAGEN GmbH, 2024) has gone furthest, with 0 descendants of its own.
How does its category compare?
All PLO devicesPLO Meningitis/Encephalitis Pathogen Multiplex Nucleic Acid Detection System: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2016, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · PLO
1in 2024
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · PLO
Too few PLO 510(k)s in any year since 2007 to give a median.
Recalls per year · PLO
1in 2018
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · PLO
4in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code PLO, not matched to any one device; reports are not rates.
View these four charts as a table
| Year | Decisions | Median 510(k) review, days | Recalls (Class I) | MAUDE reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 1 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 1 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | — | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 | — | 1 | 3 |
| 2019 | 1 | — | 0 | 3 |
| 2020 | 0 | — | 0 | 2 |
| 2021 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | — | 0 | 4 |
| 2025 | 0 | — | 0 | 4 |
| 2026 | 0 | — | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The FilmArray Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) Panel is a qualitative multiplexed nucleic acid-based in vitro diagnostic test intended for use with FilmArray, FilmArray 2.0, and FilmArray Torch systems. The FilmArray ME Panel is capable of simultaneous detection and identification of multiple bacterial, viral, and yeast nucleic acids directly from cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) specimens obtained via lumbar puncture from individuals with signs and/or symptoms of…
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The FilmArray Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) Panel is a qualitative multiplexed nucleic acid-based in vitro diagnostic test intended for use with FilmArray, FilmArray 2.0, and FilmArray Torch systems. The FilmArray ME Panel is capable of simultaneous detection and identification of multiple bacterial, viral, and yeast nucleic acids directly from cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) specimens obtained via lumbar puncture from individuals with signs and/or symptoms of meningitis and/or encephalitis. The following organisms are identified using the FilmArray ME Panel:
Bacteria:
• Escherichia coli K1
• Haemophilus influenzae
• Listeria monocytogenes
• Neisseria meningitidis (encapsulated)
• Streptococcus agalactiae
• Streptococcus pneumoniae
Viruses:
• Cytomegalovirus
• Enterovirus
• Herpes simplex virus 1
• Herpes simplex virus 2
• Human herpesvirus 6
• Human parechovirus
• Varicella zoster virus
Yeast:
• Cryptococcus neoformans/gattii
The FilmArray ME Panel is indicated as an aid in the diagnosis of specific agents of meningitis and/or encephalitis and results are meant to be used in conjunction with other clinical, epidemiological, and laboratory data. Results from the FilmArray ME Panel are not intended to be used as the sole basis for diagnosis, treatment, or other patient management decisions. Positive results do not rule out co-infection with organisms not included in the FilmArray ME Panel. The agent detected may not be the definite cause of the disease. Negative results do not preclude central nervous system (CNS) infection. Not all agents of CNS infection are detected by this test and sensitivity in clinical use may differ from that described in the package insert.
The FilmArray ME Panel is not intended for testing of specimens collected from indwelling CNS medical devices.
The FilmArray ME Panel is intended to be used in conjunction with standard of care culture for organism recovery, serotyping, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K160462 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K160462: FilmArray Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) Panel for use with FilmArray Torch.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K160462
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Record history
- FDA decision record loaded May 2, 2026
- Summary read Oct 13, 2026 (extraction version 9eaa42aa01ed)
- Lineage and recalls computed Nov 3, 2026
- Page last updated Nov 3, 2026