[Recalled] Factor VIII Chromogenic Assay, REF/Catalog No. B4238-40, Siemens Material Number (SMN) 10445729, IVD. --- CLASSIFICATION NAME: Test, Qualitative and Quantitative Factor Deficiency — Factor VIII Chromogenic Assay Lot 44637 is sho
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | Factor VIII Chromogenic Assay, REF/Catalog No. B4238-40, Siemens Material Number (SMN) 10445729, IVD. --- CLASSIFICATION NAME: Test, Qualitative and Quantitative Factor Deficiency |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-0468-2016 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 19 November 2015 |
| EAN / barcode | 10445729 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: Factor VIII Chromogenic Assay Lot 44637 is showing an increased occurrence of irregular curves when used for measurement on Sysmex CA-1500, CA-7000, CS-2000i, CS-2100i, CS-5100 Systems. This could lead, under certain circumstances, to an erroneously increased result with a Factor VIII Chromogenic Assay.
This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.
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