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Synchron Systems Synchron Calibrator Multi Calibrator Diskettes, Part Number 442600. The SYNCHRON MULTI-CALIBRATOR, used in conjunction with SYNCHRON reagents, is intended for use on SYNCHRON Systems for the calibration of Albumin, Blood Urea Nitrogen (Urea), Calcium, Cholesterol, Glucose, Inorganic Phosphorus, Lactate,Magnesium, Total Protein, Triglycerides, and Uric Acid.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: December 15, 2011 Beckman Coulter Other Medical Devices Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot M002642
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Beckman Coulter Inc.
Reason for Recall:
The recall was initiated because Beckman Coulter has confirmed a mislabeling error, some Synchron Systems Multi Calibrator Diskettes (REF 442600, lot M002642G) may actually be Thyroxine (T4) Reagent Calibrator Diskettes.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Synchron Systems Synchron Calibrator Multi Calibrator Diskettes, Part Number 442600. The SYNCHRON MULTI-CALIBRATOR, used in conjunction with SYNCHRON reagents, is intended for use on SYNCHRON Systems for the calibration of Albumin, Blood Urea Nitrogen (Urea), Calcium, Cholesterol, Glucose, Inorganic Phosphorus, Lactate,Magnesium, Total Protein, Triglycerides, and Uric Acid.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot M002642

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0110-2013

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