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Class II Recall

Randox Liquid Urine Control Level 2- intended for in vitro diagnostic use, in the quality control of Amylase, Calcium, C

Randox Laboratories Ltd.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Randox Liquid Urine Control Level 2- intended for in vitro diagnostic use, in th by Randox Laboratories Ltd.. Reason: (1) There is vial to vial variation resulting in some vials recovering positive for hCG, which should be negative and (2) high and outside range for c.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-2446-2023

Action Date

2023-08-30

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Randox Liquid Urine Control Level 2- intended for in vitro diagnostic use, in the quality control of Amylase, Calcium, Chloride, Cortisol, Creatinine, Glucose, hCG pregnancy, Magnesium, Microalbumin, Osmolality, pH, Phosphate Inorganic, Potassium, Protein Total, Sodium, Specific Gravity, Urea and Uric Acid (Urate) on clinical chemistry systems Catalog Number: UC5074

Lot/Code Info: GTIN: 05055273207569 Batch/Lot Number: 1209UC Expiry Date: 28 Mar 24

Quantity Affected: 39 units

Reason for Recall

(1) There is vial to vial variation resulting in some vials recovering positive for hCG, which should be negative and (2) high and outside range for cortisol. (3) There has been a transcription error for Creatinine in the Instructions For Use (IFU). The target and ranges for Creatinine for the Roche Creatinine Plus method have been listed incorrectly. These failures cause a delay in patient results for the above mentioned analytes.

Distribution

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution in the states of AR, FL, GA, OH, VA including PR and WW distribution.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-06-21

Company

Randox Laboratories Ltd.

Crumlin (North), N/A

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 152 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Randox Laboratories Ltd. has 39 FDA actions in our database, including 37 recalls and 2 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 (Randox Laboratories Ltd.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Randox Laboratories Ltd. have FDA actions?

Randox Laboratories Ltd. has 39 FDA actions in our database, including 37 recalls and 2 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-2446-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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