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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

ADVIA Centaur Cortisol 50T (Material Number 10994924), ADVIA Centaur Cortisol 250T (Material Number 10994926), and ADVIA Centaur Cortisol REF 250T (Material Number 10994927). In vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of cortisol in human serum, plasma (EDTA and lithium heparin), and urine.

Reported: May 10, 2023 Initiated: March 16, 2023 #Z-1505-2023

Product Description

ADVIA Centaur Cortisol 50T (Material Number 10994924), ADVIA Centaur Cortisol 250T (Material Number 10994926), and ADVIA Centaur Cortisol REF 250T (Material Number 10994927). In vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of cortisol in human serum, plasma (EDTA and lithium heparin), and urine.

Reason for Recall

There is a negative bias with urine patient samples and urine cortisol Quality Control (QC) results intermittently out of range low.

Details

Units Affected
18,961 kits
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide.
Location
Tarrytown, NY

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
ADVIA Centaur Cortisol 50T (Material Number 10994924), ADVIA Centaur Cortisol 250T (Material Number 10994926), and ADVIA Centaur Cortisol REF 250T (Material Number 10994927). In vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of cortisol in human serum, plasma (EDTA and lithium heparin), and urine.. Recalled by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.. Units affected: 18,961 kits.
Why was this product recalled?
There is a negative bias with urine patient samples and urine cortisol Quality Control (QC) results intermittently out of range low.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 10, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1505-2023.