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Class II Recall

Magnesium Flex reagent cartridge, 360 tests, Catalog Number: K3057; Siemens Material Number (SMN): 10445158;

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Magnesium Flex reagent cartridge, 360 tests, Catalog Number: K3057; Siemens Mate by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.. Reason: Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is recalling two lots of their Dimension Vista¿ Total Magnesium (MG) Flex Reagent Cartridges (lots 24057BB and 24064BC).

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0767-2025

Action Date

2025-01-01

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Magnesium Flex reagent cartridge, 360 tests, Catalog Number: K3057; Siemens Material Number (SMN): 10445158;

Lot/Code Info: Siemens Material Number (SMN): 10445158; Catalog Number: K3057; UDI-DI: 00842768015694; Lot numbers: 24057BB, 24064BC.

Quantity Affected: 13,115 units (11,520 US, 1,595 ROW)

Reason for Recall

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is recalling two lots of their Dimension Vista¿ Total Magnesium (MG) Flex Reagent Cartridges (lots 24057BB and 24064BC) due to the potential for falsely low measurements of magnesium in plasma. Because the error is intermittent, existing quality control procedures may not recognize that a patients results are incorrect, and the results may be reported out

Distribution

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Slovenia, Spain.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2024-11-12

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 119 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-0767-2025" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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