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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

ADVIA Chemistry Iron_2 (IRON_2) Reagents, Material Numbers 10377510 (6 x 350 tests) and 10341118 (7 x 145 tests)

Reported: October 11, 2023 Initiated: August 8, 2023 #Z-2666-2023

Product Description

ADVIA Chemistry Iron_2 (IRON_2) Reagents, Material Numbers 10377510 (6 x 350 tests) and 10341118 (7 x 145 tests)

Reason for Recall

There is a potential for a positive bias on Quality Control (QC) and patient sample results when using some IRON_2 reagent wedge pairs. When the issue occurs, the observed bias will vary wedge to wedge.

Details

Units Affected
4966 reagents
Distribution
US Nationwide. Global Distribution
Location
Tarrytown, NY

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
ADVIA Chemistry Iron_2 (IRON_2) Reagents, Material Numbers 10377510 (6 x 350 tests) and 10341118 (7 x 145 tests). Recalled by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.. Units affected: 4966 reagents.
Why was this product recalled?
There is a potential for a positive bias on Quality Control (QC) and patient sample results when using some IRON_2 reagent wedge pairs. When the issue occurs, the observed bias will vary wedge to wedge.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 11, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2666-2023.