Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-3043-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class III |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics |
| Report date | Sep 19, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Jul 11, 2018 |
| Quantity | 128196 |
| Location | Rochester, NY, United States |
Official product description
VITROS Chemistry Products Cl- Slides, Product Code 844 5207 Product Usage: For in vitro diagnostic use only. VITROS Chemistry Products Cl- Slides quantitatively measure chloride (Cl-) concentration in serum and plasma using VITROS 250/350/5,1 FS and 4600 Chemistry Systems and the VITROS 5600 Integrated System.
Why the product was recalled
The slides do not meet the maximum allowable interference (MAI) claims for triglyceride interference when using serum samples. Triglyceride interference on the Cl- Slide was observed around a triglyceride concentration 600mg/dL, however the current triglyceride interference claim states interference should not occur below 800mg/dL of triglyceride.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and in the countries of: Australia, Belgium, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Columbia, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, The Netherlands, and United Kingdom.
How to read the classification
FDA Class III generally covers situations in which use of or exposure to the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences. The classification displayed here is taken from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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