ADVIA Chemistry Iron_2 (IRON_2) Reagents, Material Numbers 10377510 (6 x 350 tests) and 10341118 (7 x 145 tests)
Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for ADVIA Chemistry Iron_2 (IRON_2) Reagents, Material Numbers 10377510 (6 x 350 tes by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.. Reason: There is a potential for a positive bias on Quality Control (QC) and patient sample results when using some IRON_2 reagent wedge pairs. When the issue.
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-2666-2023
Action Date
2023-10-11
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
ADVIA Chemistry Iron_2 (IRON_2) Reagents, Material Numbers 10377510 (6 x 350 tests) and 10341118 (7 x 145 tests)
Lot/Code Info: (6 x 350 tests) UDI-DI: 00630414561974; (7 x 145 tests) UDI-DI: 00630414513157; Lot Numbers: 612584 625096 612579 625091 635826 635821
Quantity Affected: 4966 reagents
Reason for Recall
There is a potential for a positive bias on Quality Control (QC) and patient sample results when using some IRON_2 reagent wedge pairs. When the issue occurs, the observed bias will vary wedge to wedge.
Distribution
US Nationwide. Global Distribution
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2023-08-08
Company
Tarrytown, NY
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 142 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-2666-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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