Atellica CH Microalbumin_2 (¿ALB_2)-For in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative measurement of microalbumin in human
Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for Atellica CH Microalbumin_2 (¿ALB_2)-For in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitat by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.. Reason: Atellica CH Microalbumin_2 (¿ALB_2) and the ADVIA Chemistry Microalbumin_2 (¿ALB_2) are not meeting the High-Dose Hook Effect claim/Prozone Effect cla.
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-3169-2024
Action Date
2024-09-25
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
Atellica CH Microalbumin_2 (¿ALB_2)-For in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative measurement of microalbumin in human urine on ADVIA Chemistry systems/ Atellica CH and Atellica CI Analyzers
Lot/Code Info: UDI-DI: 00630414596310 Lot Numbers: 232033, 232128, 232137, 232146, 232147, 242149, 242150, 242365
Quantity Affected: 18483 units
Reason for Recall
Atellica CH Microalbumin_2 (¿ALB_2) and the ADVIA Chemistry Microalbumin_2 (¿ALB_2) are not meeting the High-Dose Hook Effect claim/Prozone Effect claim as stated in the Instructions for Use (IFU) on the Atellica CH, Atellica CI Analyzers, ADVIA 1800 Chemistry Systems, ADVIA 2400 Chemistry Systems, and ADVIA Chemistry XPT Systems, may result in erroneously depressed microalbumin patient results.
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bosnia Herzeg, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Croatia, Cura¿ao, St. Eus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hong¿Kong, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Latvia, Lithuania, Malaysia, Maldives, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New¿Zealand, Norway, Oman, P.R.¿China, Pakistan, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Republic¿Korea, Romania, Russian¿Fed., Saudi¿Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South¿Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, U.A.E, United¿Kingdom, Uruguay, Vietnam, Zaire. ¿¿¿¿¿¿
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2024-08-15
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 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-3169-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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