ADVIA Chemistry Hemoglobin A1c_3, A1c_3M Reagent kits. Used on the ADVIA 1200, 1650, 1800, 2400, and XPT Chemistry Systems. For in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of Hemoglobin A1c, a diabetes marker, in whole blood on the ADVIA Chemistry systems.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: 10379673 (160 tests kit), 10485591 (800 tests kit) Lot 230 (SMN 10485591 and 10379673) and lot 231(SMN 10485591)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- 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:
- Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Reagent in these lots may demonstrate an increased occurrence of high %HbA1c bias, a positive bias averaging 0.6% HbA1c units, ranging from -0.1% to 1.1% HbA1c units. The maximum bias was observed at higher %HbA1c concentrations. QC samples may exhibit a similar bias.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
ADVIA Chemistry Hemoglobin A1c_3, A1c_3M Reagent kits. Used on the ADVIA 1200, 1650, 1800, 2400, and XPT Chemistry Systems. For in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of Hemoglobin A1c, a diabetes marker, in whole blood on the ADVIA Chemistry systems.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
10379673 (160 tests kit), 10485591 (800 tests kit) Lot 230 (SMN 10485591 and 10379673) and lot 231(SMN 10485591)
Distribution:
Distributed in: AZ, NY, CA, IN, LA, MN, OH, MI, NM, GA
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0340-2016
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