Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1913-2019 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. |
| Report date | Jul 10, 2019 |
| Recall initiation date | May 3, 2019 |
| Quantity | 3,386 |
| Location | Newark, DE, United States |
Official product description
ADVIA Chemistry Creatine Kinase (CK_L) reagent, Product Code 10729780, UDI Number: 00630414008943 - Product Usage: The ADVIA Chemistry Creatine Kinase (CK_L) assay is for in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of creatine kinase activity in human plasma (lithium heparin) or serum on ADVIA Chemistry XPT systems. The assay can be used to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of myocardial infarction and muscle diseases, such as Duchenne progressive muscular dystrophy.
Why the product was recalled
A steady upward trend in blank (u) absorbance was observed
Distribution information
Worldwide 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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