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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

IMMULITE 2000 Systems HCG [200 Tests, material number 10381206, catalog number L2KCG] and [600 Tests, material number 10381194, catalog number L2KCG6]

Reported: May 4, 2022 Initiated: February 22, 2022 #Z-1015-2022

Product Description

IMMULITE 2000 Systems HCG [200 Tests, material number 10381206, catalog number L2KCG] and [600 Tests, material number 10381194, catalog number L2KCG6]

Reason for Recall

Potential for falsely elevated hCG results due to sample carryover in serum and urine patient samples, as well as quality control samples and adjustors.

Details

Units Affected
10,755 boxes (533 US, 10,222 OUS)
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution in the states of AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, HI, ID, IN, MN, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TX, VA, WI, WY and OUS: 81 countries.
Location
Tarrytown, NY

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
IMMULITE 2000 Systems HCG [200 Tests, material number 10381206, catalog number L2KCG] and [600 Tests, material number 10381194, catalog number L2KCG6]. Recalled by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.. Units affected: 10,755 boxes (533 US, 10,222 OUS).
Why was this product recalled?
Potential for falsely elevated hCG results due to sample carryover in serum and urine patient samples, as well as quality control samples and adjustors.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 4, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1015-2022.