PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Low Class III Terminated

The Enzyme II Calibrator is an in vitro diagnostic product for the Alanine Aminotransferase (ALTI) on the Dimension¿ clinical chemistry system. For prescription use only.

Reported: February 22, 2017 Initiated: May 5, 2016 #Z-1217-2017

Product Description

The Enzyme II Calibrator is an in vitro diagnostic product for the Alanine Aminotransferase (ALTI) on the Dimension¿ clinical chemistry system. For prescription use only.

Reason for Recall

Complaints of positive shift of patient and QC results when the ALTI assay is calibrated with the Dimension Enzyme II calibrator. Internal investigation has confirmed that patient samples and QC material demonstrate a shift of up to 10% in comparison to results obtained using earlier calibrator lots.

Details

Units Affected
24,940.00
Distribution
Distributed throughout the United States
Location
Newark, DE

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Enzyme II Calibrator is an in vitro diagnostic product for the Alanine Aminotransferase (ALTI) on the Dimension¿ clinical chemistry system. For prescription use only.. Recalled by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.. Units affected: 24,940.00.
Why was this product recalled?
Complaints of positive shift of patient and QC results when the ALTI assay is calibrated with the Dimension Enzyme II calibrator. Internal investigation has confirmed that patient samples and QC material demonstrate a shift of up to 10% in comparison to results obtained using earlier calibrator lots.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 22, 2017. Severity: Low. Recall number: Z-1217-2017.