Medical Device Recall: Z-0016-2013

FDA Recalls dataset · Firm: Beckman Coulter Inc. · Status: Terminated

Recall Action Class: N/A Date Initiated: 2012-01-20 Recall record compiled from public FDA source records.

Recall Parameters & Description

Normalized public record details for FDA recall code Z-0016-2013.

Recall Res Number
Z-0016-2013
Recalling Firm / Manufacturer
FEI Number
2050012
Recall Status
Terminated
Recall Classification
N/A
Date Initiated
2012-01-20
Date Posted
2012-10-05
Date Terminated
2012-10-05
Product Code
CIB
Event Number
63140
Product Quantity
216 units total (6 units in the US)
Product Description Active Renin IRMA Kit, Part Number DSL25100 Product Usage: The Renin IRMA; DSL25100 immunoradiometric assay kit provides materials for the quantitative measurement of Renin in plasma. This assay is intended for in vitro diagnostic use.

Reason for Recall The recall was initiated because Beckman Coulter has confirmed that the Active Renin IRMA Test Kit may exhibit a decrease in stability of the coated tubes. As a result, quality control and patient sample results may be falsely elevated by up to 72%.

Action Details Beckman Coulter sent an Urgent Production Correction letter dated January 10, 2012 to all their customers who purchased the Manual Immunoassay Active Renin IRMA Test Kit. The letter provides the customers with an explanation of the problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to discontinue use and discard all remaining affected inventory. Customers were asked to complete and return the enclosed Response Form with in 10 days. Customers with questions contact Customer Service Support at http://www.beckmancoulter.com/customersupport/support or call (800) 854-3633.

Distribution Pattern Worldwide Distribution - US Natiowide including the state of: OH, CT, CA and the state of Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Columbia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Kuwait, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, and United Kingdom.

Code Information / Serial Numbers Lot # 110919D, 111017C, 111017D, 111114C, 111212C.

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