Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1171-2016 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Sekisui Diagnostics P.E.I. Inc. |
| Report date | Mar 23, 2016 |
| Recall initiation date | Jan 22, 2016 |
| Quantity | 14,407 kits. |
| Location | Charlottetown, Canada |
Official product description
Sekure Chemistry Sekisui Diagnostics Acetaminophen L3K Assay, In-vitro Diagnostic Catalog Number: 506-10: R1: 1 x 10ml, R2: 2 x 10ml Catalog Number: 506-30: R1: 3 x 10ml, R2: 6 x 10ml In-Vitro quantitative measurement of Acetaminophen in serum and plasma used m the diagnosis and treatment of acetaminophen overdose toxicity.
Why the product was recalled
Crystal formation in the Color Reagent (R2) when left on board automated analyzers causing samples to under recover
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US Distribution to the states of : AZ, CA, FL, IA, ID, IL, MA, , MN, MT and ND., and to the countries of Canada, France and Hong Kong.
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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