Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2692-2014 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Horiba Instruments, Inc dba Horiba Medical |
| Report date | Oct 1, 2014 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 11, 2014 |
| Quantity | 359 units |
| Location | Irvine, CA, United States |
Official product description
ABX PENTRA Magnesium RTU Reagent, Part No. A11A01646 Product Usage: ABX PENTRA Magnesium RTU reagent with associated calibrators and controls are for quantitative in vitro diagnostic determination of magnesium in human serum and plasma based on a photometric test using xylidyl blue. Magnesium measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of hypomagnesemnia (abnormally low plasma levels of magnesium) and hypermagnesemnia (abnormally high plasma levels of magnesium).
Why the product was recalled
Horiba Medical is recalling the ABX PENTRA Magnesium RTU Reagent because the on-board stability claims has been updated. Horiba has updated the ABX PENTRA Magnesium RTU package inserts by removing the 7-day on-board stability claim and replacing it with a 1-day on-board stability claim.
Distribution information
US Nationwide Distribution.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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