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Class II Recall

Dimension Vista¿ Total Bilirubin (TBIL) Flex Reagent Cartridge; Siemens Material Number (SMN): 10445146;

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Dimension Vista¿ Total Bilirubin (TBIL) Flex Reagent Cartridge; Siemens Material by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.. Reason: During manufacturing, the last three tests from the 160 test flex of lot 23206BA (wells 8 or 10) were processed on the Dimension Vista platform. There.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-3065-2024

Action Date

2024-09-18

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Dimension Vista¿ Total Bilirubin (TBIL) Flex Reagent Cartridge; Siemens Material Number (SMN): 10445146;

Lot/Code Info: Siemens Material Number (SMN): 10445146; UDI-DI: 00842768015717; Lot Number: 23206BA;

Quantity Affected: 5,371 units (4,394 US, 977 OUS)

Reason for Recall

During manufacturing, the last three tests from the 160 test flex of lot 23206BA (wells 8 or 10) were processed on the Dimension Vista platform. There was an issue with the filling line which led to some wells to underfill in lot 23206BA. Calibrator, quality control (QC) and patient results could have been impacted.

Distribution

Domestic: Nationwide Distribution. International: Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Qatar, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2024-07-30

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 257 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-3065-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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