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Class II Recall

Atellica CH ¿2-Microglobulin (B2M) -M) Assay for in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of ¿2-microgl

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Atellica CH ¿2-Microglobulin (B2M) -M) Assay for in vitro diagnostic use in the by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.. Reason: ¿2 Microglobulin (B2M) Reagent Lot 211446 Bias with Quality Control and Patient Sample Results. Positive bias on patient samples of up to +20.9% at a .

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0440-2022

Action Date

2022-01-05

Status

Terminated

Category

device

Product Description

Atellica CH ¿2-Microglobulin (B2M) -M) Assay for in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of ¿2-microglobulin in human serum and plasma Siemens Material Number (SMN): 11097635

Lot/Code Info: Lot Number: 211446 UDI: 00630414595566

Quantity Affected: US: 46 units OUS: 794 units

Reason for Recall

¿2 Microglobulin (B2M) Reagent Lot 211446 Bias with Quality Control and Patient Sample Results. Positive bias on patient samples of up to +20.9% at a B2M concentration of approximately 1.5 mg/L and a negative bias on patient samples of up to -10.5% at a B2M concentration of approximately 15 mg/L

Distribution

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution in the states of CA, CO, MA, MD, MS, NC, NE, NH, OH, VA, WI and the countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, France, Germany, Greece, India, Iran, Israel, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Morocco, Oman, P.R. China, Pakistan, Philippines, Portugal, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, Uruguay.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2021-12-01

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 90 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. has 166 FDA actions in our database, including 142 recalls and 24 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. have FDA actions?

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. has 166 FDA actions in our database, including 142 recalls and 24 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0440-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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