Z-2136-2020 Class II Terminated

Recalled by Beckman Coulter Inc. — Brea, CA

FDA device recall Z-2136-2020 was initiated by Beckman Coulter Inc. on January 29, 2020 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: Electrolyte reference reagent, used for clinical laboratory testing to determine CO2 in human serum or plasma for diagnosis and treatment of potentially serious disorders associated with changes in th… The recall status is terminated (terminated April 28, 2021). Affected quantity: 2738 vials.

Recall Details

Product Type
Devices
Report Date
June 3, 2020
Initiation Date
January 29, 2020
Termination Date
April 28, 2021
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
2738 vials

Product Description

ISE Electrolyte Reference (2 X 2L) Reagent, REF A28937, UDI: 15099590202491 - Product Usage: are intended for the quantitative determination of carbon dioxide in human serum or plasma.

Reason for Recall

Electrolyte reference reagent, used for clinical laboratory testing to determine CO2 in human serum or plasma for diagnosis and treatment of potentially serious disorders associated with changes in the body acid-base balance, has a low pH and may cause CO2 calibration failures, high CO2 quality control recoveries, and false high patient results which can lead to delay in treatment.

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, WV and the countries of CANADA, JAPAN, LEBANON, SAUDI ARABIA, TAIWAN.

Code Information

Lot Number: M909206