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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Atellica IM 1600 Analyzer, SMN 11066000

Reported: October 27, 2021 Initiated: September 28, 2021 #Z-0125-2022

Product Description

Atellica IM 1600 Analyzer, SMN 11066000

Reason for Recall

Ancillary reagent packs used on Atellica IM 1300 and Atellica IM 1600 analyzers may overflow when pierced while on an analyzer located at an altitude of greater than 350m (1148ft) above sea level. As a result, customers at these altitudes may observe an increased number of Reagent Volume Check Errors.

Details

Units Affected
1733
Distribution
Domestic distribution to AZ CA CO GA ID KS MO MT NC NE NM NV OH OK OR PA TN TX UT VA WA WI WY. Foreign distribution worldwide.
Location
East Walpole, MA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Atellica IM 1600 Analyzer, SMN 11066000. Recalled by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. Units affected: 1733.
Why was this product recalled?
Ancillary reagent packs used on Atellica IM 1300 and Atellica IM 1600 analyzers may overflow when pierced while on an analyzer located at an altitude of greater than 350m (1148ft) above sea level. As a result, customers at these altitudes may observe an increased number of Reagent Volume Check Errors.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 27, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0125-2022.