PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Dimension Gentamicin Flex reagent cartridge, DM GENT, gentamicin enzyme immunoassay, Lot numbers affected are EB8115, BB8159, and FB8275.

Reported: June 20, 2018 Initiated: April 19, 2018 #Z-2181-2018

Product Description

Dimension Gentamicin Flex reagent cartridge, DM GENT, gentamicin enzyme immunoassay, Lot numbers affected are EB8115, BB8159, and FB8275.

Reason for Recall

The affected lots may exhibit inaccuracy for Quality Control and patient samples at the low end of the Analytical Measurement Range. The bias is due to the calibration curve not showing separation between the Level 1 and Level 2 calibrators.

Details

Units Affected
7543
Distribution
Nationwide distribution. Foreign distribution to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Bahamas, Canada, Germany, India, Japan, Myanmar, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, and South Africa.
Location
Newark, DE

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Dimension Gentamicin Flex reagent cartridge, DM GENT, gentamicin enzyme immunoassay, Lot numbers affected are EB8115, BB8159, and FB8275.. Recalled by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.. Units affected: 7543.
Why was this product recalled?
The affected lots may exhibit inaccuracy for Quality Control and patient samples at the low end of the Analytical Measurement Range. The bias is due to the calibration curve not showing separation between the Level 1 and Level 2 calibrators.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 20, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2181-2018.